New ZealandMen who died at separate waterfalls in South Auckland namedA police spokesman said sympathies were with both families at this difficult time.21 Jan 09:42 PM
New ZealandDolphins delight families in Bay of IslandsDolphins cause a spectacle for holiday makers in the Bay of Islands.19 Jan 07:07 AM
SportWanaka woman becomes first to swim length of the lakeShe is believed to be the first person to complete a solo swim of the length of the lake.19 Jan 12:19 AM
New ZealandLife in the slow laneSplash Planet is one of HB's most popular attractions. Made with funding from NZ On Air.17 Jan 10:00 PM
New ZealandSlip, slop and slap - but still getting sunburntMore people have shared their sunburnt stories despite actively using sunscreen.17 Jan 04:20 AM
New ZealandYounger brother's big swim for chopper service"I tumbled backward, pin-balling down the rock."15 Jan 02:51 AM
New ZealandReminder for water users on 'potentially lethal' craftCrafts such as jetskis are becoming cheaper and more accessible to the public.14 Jan 02:13 AM
New ZealandLocal Focus: Legendary lifeguard's career spans 40 yearsThis 61 year old lifeguard has no plans of stopping. Made with funding from NZ On Air.11 Jan 04:30 PM
New ZealandSafety warning after near-drowning at ParemataTwo incidents in the water yesterday have prompted a warning from the harbourmaster.10 Jan 03:21 AM
New ZealandWoman found dead on Mangawhai beach farewelledThe woman who died at Mangawhai over Christmas has been named.09 Jan 07:30 PM
New ZealandLove's lost ring to rejoin its ownerOwner of lost ring found at a Waiheke Island beach has come forward08 Jan 11:49 PM
New Zealand68 people - mostly men - drowned in 2018In 2018, 24 fewer people died from preventable drowning than year before.08 Jan 09:13 PM
New ZealandSchoolgirl, 15, swims length of Lake RotoitiGeorgia Bavington left Okere Falls at 6.45am and made it to Korokitewao Bay by 11.15am.04 Jan 08:00 PM
New ZealandSight, mobility go but dad's grit remainsWe speak with Kiwis who have been on the edge of death and are now paying it forward.01 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandAttacked by stingray: 'Steve Irwin came to mind'Jamie Cunningham stood on stingray while boogie-boarding.31 Dec 11:58 PM
New ZealandShellfish collector saved from drowning by fishermen and swimmerMan saved from drowning by fishermen and passer-by31 Dec 06:03 PM
New Zealand'Brave as hell': Teenager missing off Whatipu Beach namedThe teenager missing at sea after getting caught in a rip at Whatipu Beach has been named30 Dec 09:36 PM
New ZealandStruggling swimmer plucked from surfRescuers remind people to swim between the flags.30 Dec 02:36 AM
New ZealandCoastguard plane joins search for missing swimmerThe 16-year-old disappeared from Whatipu yesterday while swimming with his family30 Dec 12:11 AM
New Zealand'He told her to go': Teen lets would-be rescuer swim to safety as he is swept awayA teenage boy saved the woman trying to rescue him from drowning by letting her go.29 Dec 06:15 PM
New ZealandBeaches across Auckland marked as no-swim zonesAt least 12 beaches across Auckland are ones to avoid today.26 Dec 07:05 PM
New ZealandAuckland's cleanest beaches to soak up the sun - without risking a tummy bugPopular beaches with good water quality include Piha, Cheltenham, Omaha and Onetangi.24 Dec 10:00 PM
New ZealandFocus: Auckland's best beaches to soak up the sunNick Vigar, the Safeswim Programme Manager at Cheltenham Beach, presents Auckland's best beaches to soak up the sun. Video / Doug SherringWatch24 Dec 09:58 PM
TravelLocal Focus: Mark Sandoval's top spots to hit this summerPāpāmoa tips from travel blogger, Mark Sandoval. Made with funding from NZ On Air.23 Dec 10:30 PM
SportFormer pedigree pool swimmer Amy Renall tames ocean raceThere's no hiding in the water when it comes to the Hawke's Bay Ocean Swim Series.23 Dec 06:00 PM
New ZealandChildren covered in 'mysterious' red spots after swim at Hot Water Beach"I just want to tear my skin off it's so itchy," 11-year-old tells.23 Dec 12:23 AM
New ZealandBody of swimmer recovered from Hawke's Bay waterfallThe swimmer had gone missing yesterday evening after diving into the water.21 Dec 07:06 PM
TravelSwimming with orca: Watch one-in-a-million Coromandel experienceThe swimmer was joined by a pod of what she thought were playful dolphins.10 Dec 10:45 PM
New ZealandBeach warning system abandons orange lights"Swim with caution" option axed in Auckland but still used in all other regions.09 Dec 03:05 AM
EnvironmentRegional council sets summer targets for river swimmabilityHorizons wants 80 per cent of rivers and lakes good enough for summer swimming by 2040.02 Dec 02:00 AM
SportMan abandons attempt to swim PacificA French-American man has given up his attempt to swim across the Pacific Ocean26 Nov 08:43 PM
New ZealandSpike of 'Code Browns' at Oamaru's swimming poolThe manager has disovered that the incident has occurred at the same time every week.21 Nov 08:55 PM
New ZealandSwimmer dies during organised open water eventEmergency services unable to save person who had suspected medical event in water.16 Nov 06:14 AM
New ZealandIn time for summer: Auckland beach finally safe to swim at after two decadesFour beaches in South Auckland have had long-term public health warnings lifted.24 Oct 04:38 AM
