New Zealand'Savage on my soul': Dad loses two boys in drowning - his heartbreaking messageA lifelong boatie, Chris Wakelin has never returned to the sea since his sons drowned.08 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandNZ's shocking summer continues: Child dies after incident at waterfall beauty spotAs of this evening, there have been 28 water-related deaths across NZ.05 Jan 07:11 AM
TravelOutrageous heating bill for sky-high pool leaves Londoners fumingOccupants complain they were charged the sky high fees for "basically heating the sky".04 Jan 08:06 PM
New Zealand'Absolute alarm bells': Worst Summer for drownings so far since 2015There have been 22 drownings across the country for the period.03 Jan 10:15 PM
New Zealand'They just got dragged right out': Palmerston North local describes near miss in river where four drownedPolice and the council are now urging people not to swim at Ahimate Reserve.02 Jan 09:21 PM
New ZealandShark bites girl: 'Something's got me'A holidaying family's Christmas swim had the makings of a horror movie.31 Dec 09:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOlympicsDame Sophie! Swimming great NZ's youngest ever Dame'Awarded for services to swimming' is only a part of the story.30 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandLisa Carrington, Sophie Pascoe among new dames and knightsMore than 180 New Zealanders recognised in New Year honours.30 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandFocus: New Year Honours - Dame Sophie PascoeNewly appointed Dame Sophie Pascoe opens up to NZME's Jason Pine about how she found out about her new title and what's ahead for the Paralympic champion. Video / NZ Herald / PhotosportWatch30 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionChris RattueChris Rattue: The Mo'unga-Barrett debate is overThe top five columns of the year from Chris Rattue.27 Dec 01:00 AM
TravelBeat the Heat: NZ's best local swimming spotsCool off this summer at one of New Zealand's best swimming holes.26 Dec 01:00 AM
New Zealand'We kept each other alive': Dad's message after boat trip with son nearly ends in tragedyFive-year-old was minutes from death as dad struggled to keep both above water.25 Dec 04:00 PM
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
PremiumPremiumTravelPacific paradise: Luxe it up on one of these dreamy South Pacific islandsFlop and drop or get up and active, a holiday in the South Pacific never disappoints.14 Dec 08:00 PM
PremiumPremiumTravelSea the world: 25 of the best ocean cruise holidays for 2022/2023There's never been a better time to book your next ocean adventure.13 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandCouncillor asks why pools' Covid safety rules are so strictCouncillor raises questions about Covid-19 safety measures at Whanganui swimming pools.12 Nov 04:00 AM
New ZealandPool rage: Swimmer attacked lifeguard, held head under waterHe submerged her head under water for seven seconds, using his weight to press her down.29 Oct 06:37 PM
CrimeNews snippets from NorthlandA $20,000 Lotto win in North; school's pool equipment stolen and destroyed.07 Oct 04:00 PM
SportOlympic gold medallist who stormed US Capitol faces 27 months in prisonThe five-time Olympic swimming medalist pleaded guilty to a felony charge.30 Sep 05:55 PM
TravelSurfs up but boats are out; travel rules for level 3Need a refresher on travel under level 3? We have you covered.20 Sep 12:48 AM
SportSophie Pascoe placed fifth in 100m butterflySophie Pascoe falls just short of her 20th Paralympic Games medal. Video / TVNZWatch02 Sep 06:45 PM
SportSophie Pascoe in tears after bronze medalA tearful Sophie Pascoe said it 'wasn't good enough' just to win bronze in the women's 100m backstroke. Video / TVNZWatch30 Aug 06:07 PM
ParalympicsMore medals for NZ? Sophie Pascoe qualifies for another finalSophie Pascoe has qualified third fastest for tonight's S9 100m backstroke final.30 Aug 05:25 AM
PremiumPremiumSport'Things need to change': Kiwi Olympic swimming coach's Wellington ultimatumClareburt and coach prepared to leave behind family and friends if things don't change.25 Aug 08:45 PM
PremiumPremiumOlympicsAndrew Alderson: Eight things that saved the Games in the first eight daysSeeing the Games through the eyes of children rekindles why sport can be fun.31 Jul 12:50 AM
Olympics'Upset' on the cards? Lewis Clareburt impresses to make 200m IM finalKiwi swimmer Lewis Clareburt will have another opportunity at an Olympic medal.29 Jul 04:00 AM
OlympicsAnother medal chance? Clareburt storms into semis with NZ recordLewis Clareburt produced a spectacular freestyle leg to power into the 200IM semifinals.28 Jul 12:20 PM
Olympics'The world on her shoulders': Aussie's golden girl breaks downAfter claiming her second gold medal she finally let her guard down.28 Jul 03:00 AM
Olympics'F*** yeah!': Aussie star's golden TV blooperSwimming superstar Kaylee McKeown had some choice words to celebrate her gold.27 Jul 02:46 AM
OlympicsKiwi teen swimmer's 200m freestyle run endsErika Fairweather bows out of 200m freestyle but now knows she can match it with the best.27 Jul 01:40 AM
LifestyleTogs, togs, undies: Critic sparks firestorm over divers' 'skimpy briefs'Controversial media personality sparks outrage after sharing Olympic uniform rant.26 Jul 09:46 PM
Olympics'Not my best': Exceptional Kiwi schoolgirl struggles in 400m finalDunedin schoolgirl Erika Fairweather finished eighth in the Olympic 400m final.26 Jul 02:22 AM
OlympicsLewis Clareburt: 'It was easy to pinpoint where it went wrong'Lewis Clareburt could see everyone passing him in the final 50m of his Olympics quest.25 Jul 08:00 PM
SportErika Fairweather through to 400m freestyle finalErika Fairweather looked stunned when she realised her time. Video / Sky SportWatch25 Jul 05:17 PM
