New Zealand'Extremely lucky': Boaties plucked to safety after rogue wave capsizes boat on notorious barEight people died on the Kaipara Bar when the Francie sank almost 10 years ago.22 Mar 06:04 AM
New ZealandUnidentified young man praised for acts to save people trapped in surf at notorious beach 'The young man deserves a commendation; he risked his life.'16 Mar 05:00 PM
New ZealandThey can swim, but can they survive? The skill gap putting kids at riskInstructors say many kids swim pool lengths but cannot cope in the surf.15 Mar 05:00 PM
New ZealandWhile the skipper was scuba diving, these boaties asked to be rescued as they blew out to sea08 Mar 07:26 AM
New Zealand‘We need to move faster': Calls to ban portable pools after baby drowns on Boxing Day04 Mar 03:00 PM
New ZealandTaupō river float turns rescue as seven pulled from waterFour men got into trouble: three people jumped in to help. 25 Feb 07:52 PM
New ZealandPerson dies after being pulled from water at popular Dunedin beachThe person was unresponsive when rescuers reached them at St Clair Beach. 19 Feb 12:53 AM
New ZealandWaipā mayor updates community following flood destruction across districtAn update from Mayor Mike Pettit and Deputy Mayor Jo Davies-Colley on the flooding impacts in Pirongia and Te Pahu following the severe weather. Video / Waipā District CouncilWatch14 Feb 12:41 AM
New ZealandFlooding causes road closures and a high running Waipa River in ŌtorohangaFlooding overnight caused road closures and a high running Waipa River in Ōtorohanga. Video / NZ HeraldWatch13 Feb 11:33 PM
Herald NOW'Wellington Water was a disastrous organisation': former councillorFormer councillor Fleur Fitzsimons called Wellington Water a deeply problematic organisation. Video / Ryan Bridge TodayWatch11 Feb 06:58 PM
Herald NOWSpectacular shark sighting in Northland | Herald NOWPhotographer Andy Bruce captured a group of bronze whalers cruising along the Mangawhai Bar. Video / Andy BruceWatch11 Feb 06:27 PM
WellingtonPoo map: Where is the sewage in Wellington flowing?A map by Calypso Science tracks where the Moa Point plant sewage is drifting on the coast.10 Feb 03:47 AM
New ZealandWellington sewage failure: "It will be getting into seafood products"Marine Science Professor Andrew Jeffs says the Moa Point failure will be affecting marine life at sea and humans on the shore. Video / Ryan Bridge TodayWatch08 Feb 07:57 PM
New ZealandNZ Herald Headlines | Saturday, February 7, 2026NZ Herald Headlines | Saturday, February 7, 2026. Peter Mandelson is being investigated for his ties with Epstein. A high-ranking Russian general has been shot in Moscow.Watch06 Feb 06:52 PM
New ZealandSummer drowning numbers tracking higher than last yearThirty people have died so far, close to last summer's total of 34.05 Feb 07:35 PM
New ZealandNZ Herald Headlines | Friday, February 6, 2026NZ Herald Headlines | Friday, February 6, 2026. Waitangi Day begins with a dawn service as hecklers interrupt speeches. The US and Russian Military resume 'high level talks'.Watch05 Feb 06:11 PM
New ZealandWhy the Bay's new lifejacket rule has stalledPlus, tips for safe boating this sunny (hopefully) long weekend.04 Feb 11:26 PM
New ZealandWellington officials give update on sewage spillWellington Water CEO, Pat Dougherty and Wellington Mayor, Andrew Little give an update on the sewage spill.Watch03 Feb 11:32 PM
Herald NOWChristchurch's big pong: Why the Bromley wastewater plant is stinking out the cityA nasty odour has infiltrated one of New Zealand’s biggest cities, Jazlyn Whales reports. Video/ Ryan Bridge TodayWatch01 Feb 06:36 PM
Herald NOWInvestigation into Akaroa boat capsizing begins2000 litres of fuel has leaked into the marine reserve after the catamaran grounded just off the Akaroa Heads. Video / Ryan Bridge TodayWatch01 Feb 06:10 PM
SailingNorthland woman makes history as part of first all-female crew to sail around the worldThe Famous Project CIC write themselves into the history books completing the Jules Verne Trophy. Video / worldsailingWatch01 Feb 02:07 AM
New ZealandAkaroa tourist boat capsizes with 41 onboardA tourist boat has capsized off Akaroa this afternoon, prompting the evacuation of dozens of passengers.Watch31 Jan 01:32 AM
New ZealandKelly Slater to headline elite golf club lunch to save surf lifesaving baseOnly 100 guests will attend the once-in-a-lifetime Te Arai Links event.29 Jan 12:00 AM
WorldAre global shark attacks on the rise, and where do most cases occur?After a number of attacks in Australia, we look at the data across the globe.20 Jan 10:00 PM
WorldBoy, 12, fights for life after 'devastating' Sydney Harbour shark attackThe talented football player had been swimming with friends before the attack.20 Jan 05:50 AM
New ZealandSurge in paddleboarders caught without lifejacketsNew paddleboard owners are more unlikely to know the rules, he harbourmaster says.19 Jan 05:00 PM
WorldMan critical after shark attack in Manly, the third at a Sydney beach in two daysAuthorities warn warm water, rain and late swims are driving shark activity.19 Jan 04:58 PM
New ZealandWater emergency at Coromandel beach: Man dies despite rescue effortsEmergency services were called to Hāhei Beach at 3.23pm this afternoon.19 Jan 05:13 AM
