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Kiwi actor Bruce Hopkins poised to do 69 backflips in ‘Brownie’s Pool' - and it’s all for charity
'It’s like being a kid again, you know, it’s just so joyful throwing yourself in the air.'

Policeman makes a splash in Manu World Champs
Constable Vincent Kahui makes a splash in the Z Manu World Champs qualifiers in Auckland.

Simon Wilson: Inside Wayne Brown’s bid for re-election
The big announcement happened on a humid afternoon at the Royal NZ Yacht Squadron

Kiwi to swim Cook Strait to raise money for Ovarian Cancer New Zealand
"If she can go through what she’s gone through then I can swim across that body of water."

Splash Planet pulling the plug early to cover costs
Visitor numbers to the water park are down more than 15,000 on the previous season.

'Centre of town an eyesore': local on Waiwera, land sale attempt
The owners say someone better acquainted with the 'wellness industry' should buy the site.

Ocean Swim back for a milestone 20th year, locals needed to join the fun
Swim races range from 200m to 2.5km, welcoming all ages and abilities.

Watch: Auckland hosts Manu World Champs qualifiers, 7m platform erected in Viaduct
Over 1000 competitors have taken the plunge, with 90 securing their place in the final.

Napier Aquatic Centre dives into final phase of $4m refurbishment
The Ivan Wilson area and splash pad will close from February 10.

New Zealand’s most decorated Paralympian calls time on career
Eleven-time gold medallist, Dame Sophie Pascoe reveals she won't swim competitively again.

Teen who died swimming at Christchurch beach was about to start university
The popular teen drew a crowd of at least 300 at his tangi.

Best Beach 2025: NZ’s top 10 family beaches – how to vote for the winner
The results are in for NZ's top 10 family beaches – vote for your favourite now.

Boy seen struggling in harbour rescued by vehicle ferry skipper
Boysie-James Siosiua was pulled from the harbour after trying to retrieve a basketball.

‘Miserable weather’: Summer visitors turn away from Splash Planet
Splash Planet's visitor numbers are so far more than 12,000 down on last summer.

How La Niña could bring sharks back to NZ shores this summer
Despite recent warnings one man is excited about the promise of more sharks in the region.

‘Really proud’: Mother-daughter showdown at Manu World Champs
Hayden Etuata and Fa’atupuinati Berking to represent Māngere at 2025 Manu Grand Final.

How to avoid common summer injuries at the beach and beyond
Northlanders urged to be mindful as summer injuries soar, costing millions in ACC claims.

Whānau disgusted after sign too small to prevent poo swim
A river had been polluted by sewage from a New Plymouth shopping centre.

Popular Auckland city beach now on sea lice watchlist: Swimmers at Mission Bay, Waiheke Island cautioned
Niwa says this year's warmer waters are proving ideal conditions for sea lice.

‘Girls can bomb too’: Tatiana pushes for change in manu world
Tatiana encourages girls to join manu, aiming for Z Manu World Champs grand final.

Beachgoers ‘mauled by sea lice’ as swimmers covered in rashes
'They look like angry chickenpox', said one concerned mum.