PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Lifeguards prepare for busy summer as surf lifesaving season gets under wayOPINION: Last summer, Northland lifeguards logged 42 rescues and 3956 preventive actions.29 Oct 04:00 PM
Herald NOWSwim safety ahead of Summer: Swimsafety boss says it's "same groups, same mistakes"Already 50 lives lost this year. Gavin Walker says we know where the risk is - so why aren’t we acting?Watch21 Oct 07:21 PM
New ZealandCoroner ‘troubled’ four bystanders didn’t remove girl lying face down in fountainNia Lohchab, 4, accidentally drowned in Tauranga's Memorial Park in 2023.20 Oct 09:06 PM
New Zealand'A grave hazard': Unsupervised toddler drowns in unfenced backyard swimming pool 09 Oct 04:00 PM
New Zealand'It was a huge eye-opener': How boating tragedy drives water safety advocate24 Jul 05:00 PM
New Zealand'I ditched everything': Fisherman swept 100m out to sea strips off to survive29 Jun 03:00 AM
New ZealandClarks Beach tragedy: Boy was allowed to take lifejacket off before capsizingThe boat's skipper later pleaded guilty to two counts of manslaughter. 17 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandThree rescued after boat capsizes off Raglan coastThree men in moderate to minor conditions were extracted by winch. Video / Auckland Rescue Helicopter TrustWatch25 May 08:02 AM
New ZealandCourt orders removal of unauthorised structures in Bay of IslandsA company ignored requests to remove a pontoon and rubber fenders.06 May 03:29 AM
New ZealandMan dead after outrigger found upturned off Hibiscus Coast The outrigger was spotted floating upside down around 7.30am. 07 Apr 10:54 PM
New ZealandThousands of dead eels wash up on Canterbury beachEnvironment Canterbury says the deaths at Birdlings Flat were natural and caused by poorly timed migration. Video / NZ HeraldWatch04 Apr 11:27 PM
WorldReaction to Trump's Tariffs, Russel Brand accused and China watches closely | NZ Herald News UpdateThe world reacts to Donald Trump applying new global tariffs on trade. Russel Brand is accused of rape and sexual assault. China keeps an eye on NZ investigations.Watch04 Apr 07:48 PM
New ZealandSurfers encounter orca off Mount Maunganui beachTwo surfers were treated to a friendly encounter with a pod of orcas off Arataki Beach on Sunday morning. Video / Andy MorrisWatch23 Mar 02:46 AM
New ZealandOne dead after river jetboat incident, police investigatingThe man was in his 20s and died at the scene.21 Mar 09:47 PM
New Zealand‘No time to activate’: Rescue after boat capsizes off Hawke’s BayThe boat overturned 8km off the Hawke's Bay coast, leaving five crew in the water.16 Mar 09:19 PM
New ZealandWatch: Incredible pod of dolphins in Wellington HarbourA huge pod of dolphins has been spotted in Wellington Harbour this weekend Video / Remy Thomassen / Carolyn Cal ScaddanWatch16 Mar 03:58 AM
New ZealandOrcas stun surfers at Sunset Beach, Port WaikatoSurfers at a popular beach in the Waikato had an unforgettable encounter on Saturday when they were joined in the waves by a pod of playful orca whales. Video / SuppliedWatch25 Jan 04:06 AM
New ZealandHow to swim safely at one of NZ’s deadliest beachesPiha is one of NZ’s most beautiful beaches, but also one of the most dangerous. Reporter Madison learns the rules of safe swimming so you and your mates can have an amazing summer.Watch19 Jan 04:00 PM
SailGPSailGP meets Auckland: How did the fans find the event?Find out what the fans thought of the SailGP landing in Auckland over the weekend. Video / NZ HeraldWatch19 Jan 04:00 PM
SailGPPeter Burling reflects on SailGP Auckland legPeter Burling reflects on SailGP Auckland leg. Video / NZ HeraldWatch19 Jan 05:53 AM
SailGPBest seat to watch SailGP: Boys float on Auckland's harbour on picnic tableA group of spectators on a make-shift BBQ table fitted with floats and an outboard motor at the SailGP event 19 January 2025 on the Waitemata Harbour, Auckland Video / Ally FordWatch19 Jan 03:34 AM
New ZealandFisherman surprised by whale shark on jetskiA fisherman was surprised by a whale shark whilst out on the water on his jetski. Video / SuppliedWatch19 Jan 01:16 AM
SailGPSir Russell Coutts speaks to Newstalk ZB on the Auckland SailGPSir Russell Coutts spoke to Newstalk ZB about the Auckland Sail GP and his future plans for the event. Video / NZ HeraldWatch19 Jan 12:47 AM
Kahu‘Girls can bomb too’: Tatiana pushes for change in manu worldTatiana encourages girls to join manu, aiming for Z Manu World Champs grand final.09 Jan 07:24 PM
WorldFruit flies in Auckland as Wellington prepares for major disruption | NZ Herald News UpdateFruit flies have been discovered in Auckland, new water safety figures are released. Dame Tariana Turia tangi continues, trade with Africa is suggested. Video / NZ HeraldWatch04 Jan 07:28 PM
New ZealandA fatal tumble, a heroic act, snorkelling in paradise: Three deaths on Northland’s coastline sparks warningThe deaths on unmanned beaches begs the question, do we need more patrols?01 Jan 05:00 PM
New ZealandNew Year Honours list released and five charged over Liam Payne’s death | NZ Herald News UpdateThe New Year Honours list has been released and a wet end to the year for Rhythm and Vines.Watch30 Dec 06:38 PM
New ZealandBad news for festival-goers: Gisborne beaches closed, thousands expected for RnVHolidaymakers have been warned to steer clear of the water after heavy rainfall.27 Dec 09:33 PM
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
