New ZealandLate-night mayday from missing yacht sparks search and rescue in Bay of PlentySearch and rescue crews are looking for a vessel after two mayday calls last night.05 Jan 06:24 PM
New ZealandHomunga Bay rescue: Coastguard tows boat to safety amid massive chopThere was a "massive amount of chop" making the search for the small boat difficult.02 Jan 05:39 AM
New ZealandCommunity 'gutted' over removal of Whitianga-based rescue helicopter"We've been short-changed. We've been ripped off," chopper trust chairman says.29 Dec 03:15 AM
New ZealandOur grim toll: Drowning deaths reach four in three daysThe water is incredibly inviting and incredibly unforgiving, water safety boss says.28 Dec 03:00 AM
New ZealandWater safety urged after yacht rescue of pair without radioThe pair were sailing along remote South Island coastline without a Marine VHS radio.27 Dec 09:12 PM
New ZealandIt costs a young lifeguard $50 each time she goes on weekend patrolLifeguard knows the dangers all too well after nearly being swept away as a child.27 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandUnfunded lifeguards need your help to save lives this summerIt's costing volunteers lifeguards personally to keep us safe at the beach.27 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandSuspicious White lsland eruption fundraising sites deactivatedTwo suspicious White Island fundraising sites have been deactivated26 Dec 02:21 AM
New ZealandLucky to be alive: Gary Steele's incredible recovery"All I could see was this wheel coming towards me and I thought this is going to hurt."25 Dec 07:11 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandNew Zealand's incredible survival stories of 2019Three of the year's biggest survival stories.24 Dec 10:55 PM
New ZealandPerson dies after beach tragedy at Waipu in NorthlandTragic outcome after swimmer is swept out to sea at Waipu.24 Dec 09:44 PM
New ZealandWhite Island eruption: US family of honeymoon victims say thank youThe families said Matthew and Lauren are progressing well given the severity of injuries.23 Dec 11:56 PM
New ZealandDiver's incredible four-hour ordeal after being swept out to seaA scuba diver swept 3km out to sea has described swallowing so much water he vomited.23 Dec 04:22 AM
New Zealand15th person dies after White Island eruptionPolice confirm the death of Australian Krystal Browitt in the White Island eruption.14 Dec 08:10 AM
New ZealandSwept down a river and out to sea: 'She is a lady with a great will to live'Woman walked out of surf hours later and 10km away. Her son, 6, had walked 2km for help14 Dec 03:59 AM
New ZealandWhite Island rescue: Minute's silence on Monday, PM announcesA minute's silence will be observed at 2.11pm on Monday.14 Dec 01:18 AM
New ZealandAmazing rescue: Mum swept down river while son, 6, walks 2km for helpBoy, 6, found walking on highway at 2am. Mum found hours later on beach near river mouth.13 Dec 10:36 PM
New ZealandWhite Island guide was a hero who had previously saved lives"I'm indebted to the lad after what he did that day," father says.13 Dec 09:10 PM
OpinionJack TameJack Tame: Criticising White Island rescue efforts misplacedComment: Risking lives to save living people is one thing, but to collect bodies?13 Dec 08:59 PM
PremiumPremiumKahuA land of unrest - our explosive neighboursVolcanoes shape our past, present and will likely shape our future, say experts.13 Dec 08:51 PM
New ZealandPR experts assess police response to White Island eruptionSmall mistakes from police created doubt when people needed certainty, PR expert says.13 Dec 12:30 AM
New ZealandWhite Island: Toll climbs as two more patients die in hospitalEight dead and a further nine are still missing, presumed dead.11 Dec 06:07 PM
OpinionVera AlvesWhite Island eruption and the danger of armchair volcanologistsNot now, Karen.10 Dec 08:29 PM
New ZealandHero pilot's mercy dash: 'We took care of our own business'The pilot has revealed the "horrific" scenes he found in the aftermath of the eruption.10 Dec 06:46 PM
New ZealandWatch: Rescue chopper footage reveals eruption devastationWestpac Rescue Helicopter footage shows an island coated in ash.09 Dec 06:03 PM
New ZealandA survivor's tale: Victims 'likely to be injured by debris and hot rocks'Volcanic eruption survivor recalls 2007 ordeal: "It was a horrific situation to be in."09 Dec 03:31 PM
New ZealandLost in NZ, he texted Texas for help - and a search party came to his rescueHe ate his last rations - a tortilla, Nutella and cheese - while awaiting rescue.04 Dec 11:04 PM
New ZealandUS tramper rescued after being swept away in swollen riverThe man alerted Texan authorities to his plight who then contacted NZ rescuers.04 Dec 08:07 PM
New Zealand'It was beautiful': The moment missing dog was rescued from steep bushZack was missing for weeks - but this shaggy dog story had a heartwarming ending.26 Nov 12:28 AM
New ZealandBad weather hampers search for fisherman swept off rocksThe search will continue around Ninepin Rock at Whatipu Beach today.17 Nov 06:23 PM
New ZealandPolice urge trampers to be safe after two rescuesThe police have taken the time to caution trampers ahead of any journeys this summer.16 Nov 01:12 AM
New ZealandStricken kayaker stranded overnight on island after being swept awayKayaker stranded on small island for entire night after being swept away.12 Nov 04:22 AM
New ZealandSearch continues off Great Barrier Island for missing kayakerPolice received a report about 8.55pm that a kayaker had not returned when due.11 Nov 07:35 PM
New ZealandBody found on Mt Pirongia in hunt for missing Waikato manA man's body has been found on the summit of Mt Pirongia.10 Nov 01:50 AM
