New ZealandSwimmer in serious condition after two rescued at notorious beachPiha lifeguards spotted the pair struggling in the water and leapt into action.02 Dec 04:10 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessDesigner Chris Tate explains why he formulated radical new Piha houseUnorthodox house perched on a V-shaped concrete plinth.30 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandNo rescues yet for surf life saving club as summer patrols underwayTwenty lifeguards trained for summer, and 90 more qualified to assist at Waimārama.29 Nov 05:00 PM
New ZealandYoung lifeguards grind it out in GizzyThe Gizzy Grinder put 55 young surf lifesaving athletes to the test.27 Nov 11:21 PM
New Zealand'Far too dangerous:' Teen's fatal plunge into swollen riverJordan Adams had been drinking with workmates when he jumped into a fast-flowing river.17 Nov 11:34 PM
New ZealandRevealed: LED lights keep great white sharks away from surfersNZ’s 'Shark Man' supports the research but warns it's not foolproof.17 Nov 12:17 AM
New ZealandWoman dies after being pulled from rip at notorious Auckland beachRescuers performed CPR on the victim for almost an hour.12 Nov 08:19 AM
New Zealand'Incredibly lucky': Teen swimmer saved after rip at Auckland beachThe swimmer was “in serious distress” but managed to grab hold of the flotation device.09 Nov 01:38 AM
New ZealandEmergency services exercise turns into dramatic real-life rescueReal-life search and rescue mission called in during exercise.17 Oct 03:01 AM
New ZealandQuality over quantity as Wainui top junior standings at SLSNZ pool rescue champsRecords broken by rising Gisborne clubbies and an old hand at nationals.09 Oct 02:15 AM
New Zealand'I love him even more': Twin responds to brother's surfing injury“Everything we do now is about protecting Matt’s mana” while he undergoes treatment.28 Sep 04:00 PM
New ZealandRising tide of interest in Gisborne Tairāwhiti chart1000 copies available, thanks to efforts of Wainui man.25 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandSurf life saving coaches Gavin and Wilson are recognised nationallyGisborne surf lifeguards Edan Wilson and Jack Gavin have been recognised nationally.23 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandWindows smashed at Waikanae Surf Life Saving ClubVandals used stones to break windows at Waikanae SLSC on Saturday night.23 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandResponse to 'dramatic' paraglider crash praisedA paraglider was airlifted to hospital with serious injuries.17 Sep 01:34 AM
New ZealandPukehina Surf Rescue to auction compact bachProject to fund final phases of new clubhouse.11 Sep 06:00 PM
New ZealandLocal surf clubs win multiple accolades at Surf Life Saving awards'It feels great to know that the hard work we do as a team is being recognised.'30 Aug 05:00 PM
New Zealand'I can float': School missed 'red flag' in drowned student's swimming formA coroner has found closer supervision of Jaden Chhayrann should have taken place.23 Aug 12:22 AM
New Zealand'Truly great Black Fin' Taylor to lead NZ at worlds'He speaks when it’s needed, and when he speaks, it’s always worth listening to.'22 Aug 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Go in fearless': Gisborne clubbies ready to take on the worldMidway duo to make Junior Black Fins debuts at world champs.21 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandMedals for Gizzy clubs at rescue champsMidway clubbie Celia Willoughby notched two NZ age group records.20 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandWorld his oyster: Gisborne's Blair off to US on scholarshipGisborne swimmer and surf lifeguard Angus Blair gets four-year US scholarship.15 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandMangawhai Surf Club signs agreement with council to fix major slipFunds have been found and repair work could begin in October.07 Aug 08:14 PM
New ZealandNew surf lifesaving building gets $1.5m boostWhiritoa Lifeguard Service is planning to build a $5 million clubhouse.07 Aug 03:53 AM
New ZealandSurfer wants parking fees at popular beach used to fund lifeguardsA Hot Water Beach surfer says his club deserves a piece of the paid parking pie.05 Aug 01:11 AM
New ZealandHuman remains found at Paekākāriki Surf ClubPolice have confirmed there have been two separate discoveries of human remains.18 Jun 03:02 AM
New ZealandTop Hawke's Bay Surf Life Savers honouredIncredible achievements across all Surf Life Saving roles were honoured.16 Jun 06:03 PM
New ZealandAwards of Excellence double to Waikanae surf lifesaver Naden'She's blue and gold through and through, and we are very lucky to have her.'14 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandTairāwhiti clears 390,000 tonnes of debris, just 30 per cent - aims for more fundingGisborne clears 390,000t of debris; 25-30 per cent of total from rivers, beaches.06 Jun 05:00 PM
RoyalsFoxton woman's sport and surf service recognisedJoss Urbahn has spent 40-plus years dedicating her time to squash and surf lifesaving.02 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandLifeguard finalists in Awards of Excellence named'You should all be proud of the work you have done.'24 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandNorthland emergency services secure ongoing funding after public speaks upRegional council backs down from proposal to cut support after consultation backlash.24 May 05:00 AM
New ZealandSurf life-savers humbled by cyclone rescue honour: 'A privilege to be able to respond'They rescued about 250 people, navigating IRBs under power lines and around debris.22 May 12:00 AM
New ZealandCoromandel rescue services welcome $63.6m funding boostThe Government is spending more than $60 million over four years.21 May 07:00 PM
