New ZealandSuspected drownings: Shock after two water incidents in just a few hoursOne investigation is underway, while search for 18-year-old man continues.23 Dec 01:30 AM
New ZealandTwo emergency water incidents in one day: Search resumes for missing swimmerIt was the second emergency water incident in the area yesterday.22 Dec 06:27 PM
New ZealandMajor search for missing swimmer suspended for the night'A search and rescue operation is currently under way.'22 Dec 06:42 AM
TravelMSC reveal New Zealand's most dangerous summer hikesA hike at the bottom of the Tararua Range has been called NZ's most dangerous.20 Dec 04:07 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandHawke's Bay beach patrols increase over summer, mass exodus expectedHawke's Bay beaches are great for swimming in calm weather, but can be risky when rough18 Dec 09:50 PM
New ZealandMissing hunter winched to safety from Kaweka RangeThe man huddled under a survival blanket for more than 48 hours, police said.22 Nov 03:15 AM
TravelClimber accused of 'faking hypothermia' for airlift off mountainA doctor is facing three federal charges after misleading search and rescue teams.16 Nov 09:32 PM
New ZealandMissing family found safe after fishing tripThe four children are between the ages of 7 and 11.13 Nov 05:28 PM
New ZealandPolice rescue pair after boat sinks off WellingtonThe boaties were well-prepared, which made all the difference, police say.12 Nov 09:58 PM
New ZealandNZ's highest ever rescue on Aoraki Mt CookThe November 4 rescue on Aoraki Mt Cook made it New Zealand’s highest ever rescue. Video / SuppliedWatch11 Nov 02:06 AM
New ZealandRecord-breaking rescue of climber on Mt Cook summitIt was the highest rescue in New Zealand's history.11 Nov 01:42 AM
New ZealandSearch for missing swimmer suspendedPolice have now been suspended a search for a missing swimmer.31 Oct 06:45 AM
TravelMissing hiker ignored calls from rescuers' unknown numberIf you're alone and lost in the wopwops, you could at least pick up.28 Oct 11:31 PM
New ZealandOff-duty officer helps Eagle crew save fisherman swept off rocks near Bethells BeachPolice have revealed details of a brave water rescued involving Eagle crew, off-duty cop.15 Oct 08:31 PM
New ZealandLucky escape: Fisherman saved after being swept off the rocksLucky escape for a man who was fishing on the rocks and swept off into two-metre waves.08 Oct 04:13 AM
New ZealandTales of survival: Man recounts 75 hours lost at seaRob Hewitt didn't know of the huge efforts to search for him - until he got home.01 Oct 02:14 AM
New Zealand'17 days of hell': Relief, tears 'and now a lot of questions to answer' after missing dad, kids reappearPuzzling questions on how Thomas Phillips and his children survived so long in the bush.30 Sep 04:30 PM
New Zealand'17 days of hell': 'A lot of questions to answer' after missing dad, kids reappearPuzzling questions on how Thomas Phillips and his children survived in the bush.30 Sep 03:51 PM
New ZealandFamily relief, joy: Missing women found after a day and a half in the bushMikayla Taiapo and Ngahuia (Huia) Flavell have been found after 24 hours in dense bush.26 Sep 03:47 AM
New ZealandPolice suspend search for missing father and three childrenThe search for the missing father and three children has been ongoing for 12 days.24 Sep 06:07 AM
New ZealandMissing family: Mum 'just wants Tom, Jayda, Maverick and Ember home'"We all just want Tom, Jayda, Maverick and Ember home."20 Sep 01:31 AM
New ZealandSearch base stood down but hunt continues for missing familyThomas Phillips and his three young children were last seen on September 11.19 Sep 01:33 AM
New ZealandMissing family: Police urge safety for citizen searchers, ask for photosPolice resumed their search today, a week since the Waikato family was last seen.17 Sep 10:17 PM
New Zealand'Still no sign': Missing family's search now focuses on coastlineSearchers are focusing on the Marokopa coastline in the mission to find the four missing.16 Sep 07:42 PM
New ZealandMissing father, three kids: Search ramps up as weather improvesCalmer conditions should allow the search to ramp up today.15 Sep 07:55 PM
New ZealandMissing father and three kids: Family remains 'hopeful' they're out camping'We are hopeful that Tom has taken the children camping,' the family said.15 Sep 06:51 PM
New ZealandFocus: Search continues for father & three children missingUncle Paul Thomas remains hopeful as the search continues for Thomas Philips and his three children. Video / Belinda FeekWatch15 Sep 03:39 AM
New ZealandMissing father and three kids: Police release image of abandoned vehiclePolice are trying to work out the family's movements prior to the ute being on the beach.15 Sep 02:10 AM
New ZealandMissing family: 'This is out of character', police appeal for sightingsTheir vehicle was found in the surf at Kiritehere Beach on Sunday.14 Sep 03:42 AM
New ZealandFather and 3 kids missing since Saturday, vehicle found at beachPolice have released the names of father and his three children missing near Kawhia.14 Sep 12:03 AM
New ZealandTramper to be rescued from Tararua Ranges after three-day ordealThe man walked into the bush on Sunday but severe weather trapped him there.13 Sep 07:45 PM
New ZealandTroubled tramper to spend second night in Tararua Forest ParkThe man had only planned for a day hike.13 Sep 07:52 AM
VideoFisherman rescued from 8m cliff at RaglanA fisherman was safely rescued after getting swept off rocks at Raglan. Video / Auckland Rescue Helicopter TrustWatch06 Sep 08:44 AM
New ZealandFisherman rescued from 8m cliff after getting swept off rocks at RaglanThe man had been swept off rocks while fishing but was eventually rescued.05 Sep 10:42 PM
