New ZealandBeachgoers ‘mauled by sea lice’ as swimmers covered in rashes'They look like angry chickenpox', said one concerned mum. 08 Jan 11:45 PM
New ZealandWatch: Ocean swimmers bust alleged poachers at marine reserve'You betcha they didn't expect to see us,' swimmer says of boaties caught with '200 fish'.03 Jan 04:00 PM
LifestyleWhat's open on New Year's Day in Auckland?Businesses are free to trade on New Year’s Day but that doesn’t mean they all do.31 Dec 09:14 PM
New ZealandShark sightings force Coromandel beaches to close temporarilyWhiritoa closed intermittently on Friday and Waihī shut for a stretch on Christmas Day.27 Dec 05:36 AM
New ZealandAuckland Mayor Wayne Brown kicks up a stink after waterfront pool declared unsafe for swimmingActual testing of the pool is needed, says the mayor.27 Dec 12:36 AM
New ZealandThe seven Auckland beaches you shouldn't swim at this summer - and all the rest you canWhether you're heading out for a morning dip or a family day at the beach, check Safeswim.26 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessThree top new residences which won 2024 architecture awardsOutstanding designs displayed in Whanganui, Ōtautahi and Wānaka residential buildings.24 Dec 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleThe full-body pool workout that doesn’t involve swimmingNY Times: This water workout offers high-intensity training with less strain.22 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleHow to make swimming your summer workoutNew York Times: A trip to the pool can become serious exercise.22 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleDive into an open-water workoutNY Times: Open-water swimming is an exhilarating alternative to your usual pool routine.22 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleDive into summer: Five water workouts to boost your fitnessNY Times: It's time to hit the beach and the pool. How to exercise while you’re there.22 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Brownie's Pool': Downtown Auckland pool a hit for summerThe new free open-air saltwater pool is already proving popular.22 Dec 05:11 AM
New ZealandNew open-air saltwater pool makes a splash in AucklandA new open-air saltwater pool has opened on Auckland’s waterfront. Video / Alex BurtonWatch22 Dec 02:41 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSimon WilsonSimon Wilson: Yes that’s the mayor swimming in Auckland’s brand new poolOPINION: Love this City, this week with rates, roads, bus-stops and swimming pools. 20 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘They were smashed everywhere’: Teen rescues kids swept into ‘violent’ surfKeira Hayidakis, 18, fought off rough waves and strong currents to save two children.20 Dec 05:00 AM
New Zealand'Tragic weekend': Four water deaths in 24 hours across NZThe rise in deaths is a worry, Water Safety chief executive says.15 Dec 05:36 AM
New ZealandSearch resumes for bridge-jumper missing in Waikato RiverExtensive searches failed to locate the man, who jumped from Pukete Bridge.14 Dec 09:50 PM
New ZealandWould be dead today: 11yo owes his life to off-duty lifeguards in dramatic rescueLifeguards were cooking on the barbie when they had to rush to save a mum and three sons.07 Dec 06:00 AM
New Zealand‘Mass rescue’ at Port Waikato beach after kids caught in ripOne is taken out of the water semi-conscious after three kids and an adult hit trouble.06 Dec 07:44 AM
New Zealand'My heart just broke': Witness' grief comes 'flooding back' after swimming hole tragedy'You just feel so wholeheartedly for these people that are going through this tragedy ...'05 Dec 04:03 PM
New ZealandYoung swim stars named: Athletes set for global stageMuchirahondo breaks Danyon Loader's 400m IM NZ record by over 4 seconds, smashing titles.03 Dec 11:30 PM
New Zealand'Mōrere is finally reawakened': Beloved hot springs to reopen after two years of closuresThe Mōrere Hot Springs will be open in time for Christmas. 02 Dec 03:45 AM
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 ZealandWoman 'frozen' after man's nude approach at Hawke’s Bay beach'I turned my head and there are just genitals, that I didn't want to see, nor ask to see.'28 Nov 11:00 PM
OpinionWhy is it so hard to find a good pair of togs?OPINION: Things have changed a lot in the decade since I last bought a pair of togs.25 Nov 03:00 AM
TravelDon't take a dip at these contaminated Auckland beachesSpots in Central Auckland and Piha pose a high risk of illness to swimmers this summer.19 Nov 05:30 PM
New ZealandCouncillors opt for higher fees at Kiwa Pools, citing public preferenceKiwa Pools to raise entry fee as 53% prefer higher charges over lower rates.14 Nov 03:45 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Really sad': Couple's last-ditch attempt to save beloved pool with $38k of their own money failsA Hastings couple offered almost $40k to save the pool. The council said thanks, but no.10 Nov 05:00 PM
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 Zealand'Adrenaline hit': Emilia Finer braves freezing temps for ice swimming gloryThe Northland ice swimmer will compete in next year's World Champs in Italy.07 Nov 09:12 PM
New ZealandWaihirere Domain revamp: Pool removal and new facilities aheadNew Waihirere Domain plan includes improved facilities; pool removal set for months.05 Nov 03:14 AM
LifestylePop a manu and you could win a world title, cash, and bragging rightsQualifiers in new cities and larger prizes will make for more competition this year.05 Nov 01:00 AM
New ZealandSearch for 83-year-old swimmer now in its second weekA rāhui is in place over part of Whāngarei Harbour because of a missing swimmer29 Oct 04:10 AM
New ZealandUpper Whāngarei Harbour out of bounds for fishers while man remains missingA rāhui is in place over part of Whāngarei Harbour in respect of a missing swimmer25 Oct 04:04 AM
