New ZealandWhenuakura Island rescue crowned rescue of the monthWhangamatā Surf Life Saving Club members got props for the rescue of 16 paddlers.16 May 05:47 AM
New ZealandSurf lifesavers get set to take on the worldTwo Whangamatā lifesavers to join the national team at the world championships in Aussie.09 May 09:00 PM
New ZealandGisborne surf athletes named in NZ ‘Fins’ teamsAthletes keen to fire as lifesaving federation bids for Olympic Games inclusion.03 May 02:27 AM
New ZealandWhangamatā SLS Club close to fundraising target for clubroom refreshConstruction works for the new clubrooms got underway after Easter.29 Apr 06:49 AM
New ZealandDanger of closed surf clubhouse sees club offer to pay $1.9m to fix slip'We cannot wait any longer when lives are at risk', Mangawhai surf club tells the council.09 Apr 02:00 AM
Super Rugby'Game-changer': How women coaches are being empoweredHear how coaches transformed after going through the Te Hāpaitanga coaching programme.08 Apr 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Left their exit too late': Fisherman swept to his death likely caught by vicious 'short tide'Laken Watene's body has never been recovered.03 Apr 04:00 PM
New ZealandSmall Coromandel lifeguard service in line for new $5 million facilityThe lifeguard service is located between Whangamata and Waihi.19 Mar 04:14 AM
New ZealandFestival to celebrate 24th anniversary and 60 years of classic Ford MustangThis year celebrates 60 years of the Ford Mustang.26 Feb 06:00 PM
New ZealandRescue of critically injured surfer shows importance of Mangawhai surf clubThe lifeguard's rescue was text-book thanks to fortunate timing and training.25 Feb 05:00 AM
New ZealandSwimmer suffers heart attack off Maraetai Beach - why the symptoms shocked her“Women are more likely to have atypical symptoms, such as just feeling dreadful fatigue."23 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandGolf tournament helps raise money for surf lifesaving rescue gear“It’s a massive event that we’ve put on.”23 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandMangawhai Heads rescue successfulThe rescue of surfer Matthew Scott by Mangawhai Heads Volunteer Lifeguard Service was fortunate to not be hindered by locked gates and containers. Video / Givealittle, Michael Cunningham, Elevated Media, Mangawhai Heads Volunteer Lifeguard ServiceWatch23 Feb 01:20 AM
New ZealandLife savers prepare for the worst by throwing themselves into a ripReliable rip offers the perfect practise for surf lifesavers.21 Feb 05:00 PM
New ZealandAction-packed line-up of Waikato winnersWinners have been chosen in the Waikato Sport & Active Recreation Awards.21 Feb 01:27 AM
New ZealandCommunity hero resuscitates local lifeguard serviceThe club almost closed due to the effects of Covid-19, but Skill brought it back to life.20 Feb 10:53 PM
New ZealandFamily of critically injured surfer thanks rescuers who saved his life after collisionA local says the shallow bar with strong rips is dangerously crowded with beginners.19 Feb 01:57 AM
New ZealandBiggest junior life-saving carnival to descend on Mount MaunganuiThousands of people are expected at Mount Maunganui Beach over the four days.18 Feb 11:18 PM
New ZealandSurfer in critical condition following Mangawhai Heads collisionSurf Life Saving crews were called out after seeing others in the water aiding the victim.18 Feb 07:04 AM
New ZealandWhangamatā lifeguards make a splash on the national stageThe lifeguard team has been recognised in the New Zealand Rescue of the Month Awards.17 Feb 05:45 PM
New Zealand'There is a huge risk to life': Mangawhai surf club temporary set-up takes tollWith a slip closing Mangawhai's surf clubhouse, it takes longer to get to rescues.13 Feb 05:00 AM
New Zealand37yo swimmer went missing in 'heavy and unforgiving' Piha Beach surf'Please - don’t swim alone,' says Surf Lifesaving officer after man goes missing at Piha.12 Feb 06:19 AM
New ZealandWonderful waves, sterling sun makes for IRB success at WaipūThe right amount of waves and sun led to a successful weekend for the IRB champs.11 Feb 01:13 AM
New ZealandSwimmers plucked from Kai Iwi Beach by rescue boat“The information we had to go on was someone had entered the water and not come out.”07 Feb 03:23 AM
New ZealandSea lions invade regional surf lifesaving tent for siesta in DunedinThe pair of sea lions decided they wanted to semi-participate in the carnival proceedings.29 Jan 10:21 PM
New Zealand'Terrible': Huge cost of drowning and water injuries revealed'Understanding and respecting the power of New Zealand’s waters is crucial.'25 Jan 10:32 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'Happened pretty fast': Young lifeguard saves girl caught in ripThe rescue came amid “gnarly sea conditions".24 Jan 03:37 AM
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 ZealandSurf Life Saving NZ appeal for funds as beach crowds hit pre-Covid levelsThe hot weather has led to packed beaches across NZ, but lifeguards are feeling the heat.22 Jan 11:33 PM
New ZealandRaglan drowning: Off-duty surf lifeguard rushes to Manu Bay to try and help manA group of surfers first noticed the man unresponsive in the water just after 9am today.22 Jan 01:47 AM
New ZealandLifeguards issue warning after dislocated limbs and rescues as 'pretty gnarly' surf hitsThe worst ocean conditions are expected to arrive on Monday.21 Jan 03:47 AM
New ZealandNorthland movement inspires rescue equipment on beaches across countryThe move recognises that not everyone swims while lifeguards are available.19 Jan 03:00 AM
