New ZealandWhy that inviting swim could be dangerous: What to watch out for this summerRotorua swimmers warned of hidden hazards and health risks this summer.25 Dec 05:00 PM
New ZealandNZ Herald Headlines | Wednesday December 10, 2025Afternoon Headlines | Reserve Bank Governor asked to cut spending; 36-year-old man charged with murder and assault | Wednesday December 10, 2025Watch10 Dec 04:24 AM
New ZealandToxic algal bloom in Tukituki River leads to health warning'Exposure may cause skin rashes, nausea, stomach cramps, tingling and numbness.'09 Dec 10:49 PM
PremiumNew Zealand'One more time': Man with stage 4 cancer calls on council to grant his last wish to paddle his waka08 Sep 06:00 PM
PremiumChristchurchWhitebait wars: Spots secured weeks before season opened, crackdown on illegal squats07 Sep 02:00 AM
New ZealandTanker crash: 16,000L diesel spill recovery could take 'months''This incident has resulted in significant human and cultural costs.'03 Sep 08:49 PM
New Zealand'Something new': The beauty of Hawke's Bay's bridges, from the airRyan Jennings used drones to capture a different perspective of our roads and rivers.01 Sep 11:26 PM
New ZealandWhitebait season kicks off under sunny skies in Hawke's BayWhitebait season and our meteorological spring both began on Monday.01 Sep 01:10 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandExpressway upgrade will need 600,000 tonnes of aggregate, but there's concerns it won't be local'The feeling in our sector is that there is a lot of gravel build-up in the rivers.'29 Aug 01:37 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandLakeland Queen's booze application uncovers consent glitchThe council is contacting affected businesses to address consenting issues.27 Aug 12:20 AM
New Zealand'Alive or dead?': Wife's agonising wait after husband vanishes while kayakingSearchers found his kayak. That meant 'there's a human body somewhere'.21 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandCouncil defers water agreement with iwi until after electionsThe trust board says the decision shows a double standard on consultation.03 Aug 06:18 AM
AgribusinessKūmara growers ready for new freshwater farm rules, industry leader saysPlans must assess freshwater risks and report to regional councils.21 Jul 11:00 PM
New ZealandBritish ship that went aground 160-years-ago washes up at Canterbury rivermouthBuilt in 1826, the Thames was once a trading ship that sailed the globe.10 Jul 09:00 PM
New ZealandTasman farm 'looks more like a riverbed' after floodingThe stopbank-bursting Motueka River flattened 50 hectares of Dion McGaveston's farm.10 Jul 03:00 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionCraig Mcilroy: Balancing flood resilience with community recreationOPINION: The project plans to expand flood storage to 550 million litres.06 Jul 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Hysterics': Pet dog Shiva swept into drains during flooding found safe 24 hours laterThe pet dog was sucked into the drainage system during the weekend's heavy rain event.01 Jul 04:00 AM
New ZealandDive company who found car with missing man’s body inside reveal steps in removal'If we ever found this one, to definitely get hold of police.'30 Jun 05:00 AM
New Zealand'Substantial' damage: Flood recovery efforts ramp up in Nelson-TasmanResidents are urged to remain cautious after weekend flooding in Nelson-Tasman.29 Jun 04:12 AM
New ZealandDriver gets Jeep stuck in river trying to avoid group who allegedly assaulted himFirefighters had to haul the half-submerged vehicle from a flooded ford. 13 Jun 04:27 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandDoC decides not to reopen popular campsite damaged by cycloneFamilies used to go to Glenfalls every Christmas for a cheap holiday – now they can't.05 Jun 06:00 PM
New ZealandTop-tier: Peter Carty honoured for services to flyfishing'When the world seems to be against you, flyfishing can bring you back to reality.'02 Jun 12:00 AM
New Zealand'Community have their eyes': Police recover stolen pounamuNgāi Tahu members need a permit to collect pounamu from rivers.31 May 06:06 AM
Kahu'Real progress': Whanganui River project thrivesThe project aims to improve the biodiversity, water quality and ecosystem health.18 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Opens the river': 1889 rabbit weir removed for fish passageBuilt to slow a rabbit plague, the weir was removed but a 3D digital version will remain. 30 Apr 06:00 PM
New ZealandHikers rescued after river floods exit in Kaimāī RangePolice urge preparation after two rescues and a death in Kaimāī Range over long weekend.21 Apr 10:38 PM
New ZealandMan missing after falling into river near Wairere Falls, Waikato Fire and Emergency NZ and LandSAR are assisting police in the search.19 Apr 05:26 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionGreg Sayers: Auckland Council's proactive move a win for flood-prone KumeūOPINION: Demands for better river maintenance, local contractors lead to win in Kumeū.13 Apr 05:00 PM
