New Zealand'Like seeing a UFO': Boaties wowed by close encounter with whale sharkSeven boaties were coming back from the Alderman Islands when they came across the beast.26 Feb 05:03 PM
VideoIncredible footage of Coromandel whale shark encounterStunning footage has been captured of a group of people swimming with a whale shark in the Coromandel. Video / Tom Bromhead, Andy Mora, Catie MoraWatch26 Feb 05:18 AM
New ZealandHundreds of dead fish found floating in the sea around AucklandFisherman finds hundreds of dead snapper floating in the sea, washing up on the beach in Auckland on February 23, 2024. Video / Andrew BarkerWatch23 Feb 02:55 AM
New ZealandBeachfront property at risk of eroding into the sea sells at auctionA buyer has bought the Haumoana property which boast spectacular views - with a catch.09 Feb 01:08 AM
New ZealandWhangamatā Beach eroded by 15 metres after Cyclone GabrielleMatarangi Beach in the Coromandel lost 10 metres08 Feb 09:22 PM
New ZealandSouthland community state of emergency declared, threats to life and homesHeavy rain and sea swell has caused increased erosion at Bluecliffs.08 Feb 01:16 AM
New ZealandEast Coast lost 10 metres of shoreline from Cyclone GabrielleEffects of Cyclone Gabrielle leave East Coast with highest erosion levels in decades.07 Feb 01:28 AM
New ZealandNew Auckland tsunami evacuation maps show lower risk than thoughtAuckland Emergency Management says the new maps are also easier to understand.01 Feb 06:17 AM
EntertainmentInside the grisly birth of Jaws: ‘It’s a novel about a fish, who cares?’Peter Benchley made a career-saving move by writing Jaws. He lived to regret it.30 Jan 01:00 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinion2024 a make-or-break year for Hauraki GulfOPINION: Nearby gulls wouldn't even eat the snapper fillet.28 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandMahia shark warning issued after mass ‘whale’, dolphin strandingSeveral shark species feed on whales and dolphins, including their carcasses.26 Jan 03:29 AM
New ZealandLuxon announces Cabinet reshuffle, Seymour made Associate Justice Minister responsible for Treaty billThe Prime Minister says the reshuffle “further clarifies" ministers’ responsibilities.26 Jan 02:28 AM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Why it's time to ban cars from Muriwai BeachA blanket ban was once considered - before Super City amalgamation.24 Jan 03:59 PM
New Zealand'Be vigilant': Hawke's Bay mother's warning after bluebottle stings childThe Hawke's Bay coast is seeing a resurgence of the stinging creature.23 Jan 05:11 AM
New ZealandWatch: Mass stranding - desperate attempt to save whales at Hawke’s Bay beachLocals flocked to a beach in Mahia to try to save the stranded pilot whales.21 Jan 03:00 AM
New ZealandTogs, togs, $1100 fine: The Napier bylaw that stopped people in bathing suits crossing the roadOPINION: Napier had a prudish past - especially when it came to public bathing.19 Jan 05:00 PM
New ZealandFishermen get two-for-one surprise when kingfish spits out kahawaiMurray Wootton and Joe Edlington's videos have gone viral online.19 Jan 07:07 AM
New ZealandKiwiRail charged after Interislander ferry loses power in Cook StraitThe Kaitaki lost power and came close to running aground in January last year.17 Jan 10:40 PM
KahuRōpū of 127 paddles from Ngāpuwaiwaha Marae to WhanganuiTe Awa Tupua whānau joined the final leg home.17 Jan 06:56 PM
New Zealand‘There were thousands’: Bluebottle jellyfish swamp Whanganui beach'Flush it off with water or a hose, or even in the sea.'15 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandWatch: Frantic mum-to-be protects swimmers as shark stalks holiday hotspot'You know when someone pregnant runs the distance of a beach it’s time to get out.'15 Jan 12:57 AM
New ZealandShark tales: Why sharks come close to shore and what causes them to attackSharks, like humans, want to spend their summer days relaxing in the sun.14 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandHow sinking land is raising Wellington's sea level rise riskScientists have reconstructed nearly two centuries of sea level rise in Wellington region.13 Jan 11:20 PM
KahuBiosensor to protect kaimoana for future generationsA tool that can detect damaging seafood toxins is expected to change aquaculture.10 Jan 05:32 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Uplifting survival tale also highlights water safety basicsOPINION: Our editorial on the critical issues raised by Will Fransen's survival story.08 Jan 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Strange bond': Two men's near-identical ordeals surviving alone in the oceanRob Hewitt has reflected on his own ordeal of floating alone at sea for 72 hours.04 Jan 04:00 PM
New Zealand'I just kept staying alive': Man's 24-hour ordeal after falling overboard without life jacketWill Fransen spent nearly 24 hours drifting in the ocean without even a life jacket.04 Jan 12:58 AM
New ZealandOrca spotted swimming on its side is not sick, expert saysOrca have been spotted hunting stingrays at popular coastal sites across Northland.03 Jan 11:39 PM
New Zealand'Glad to see you': First words of man rescued after almost 24 hours in the seaThe man used the reflection of the sun on his watch to catch his rescuers' attention.03 Jan 10:53 PM
New ZealandMan dies while snorkelling at Auckland's Matakatia BayEmergency services were called to the bay around 6.40pm but the man could not be revived.01 Jan 08:28 AM
WorldJapan issues tsunami warnings after series of strong earthquakesTorrents of water could reach as high as 5m, Japanese public broadcaster NHK TV warns.01 Jan 08:13 AM
New ZealandSearch under way for diver missing in Manuka Bay for hoursThe person was one of two people diving at the bay in Canterbury, police say.01 Jan 07:56 AM
New ZealandWatch: Large crowd 'freaking out' over orca pod surfacing at Northland beachAbout 1000 holiday makers were in awe as the pod hunted stingray metres from the beach.01 Jan 07:34 AM
KahuManuhiri intensifies fight against marine pestManuhiri steps up caulerpa push for summer.28 Dec 08:06 PM
