New ZealandWatch: Man saved after trying to help windsurfer trapped in 'washing machine' conditionsThe Police Eagle helicopter and ambulance crews were sent to the scene.30 Dec 05:58 AM
New ZealandMan saved from rocks at Fishermans Cove, WhangaparāoaA witness said the man was trapped on the rocks for at least an hour. Video / Riki WaughWatch30 Dec 04:45 AM
New ZealandDramatic rescue after sandbar flips fishing boatAll four wore lifejackets and Darren Teague carried two emergency beacons.27 Dec 01:21 AM
New ZealandThree fishermen rescued after boat sinks in Manukau Harbour The men were found about 2km from Puketutu Island just after midnight.27 Dec 12:11 AM
New ZealandNZ Herald Headlines | Saturday, December 27, 2025NZ Herald Headlines | Saturday, December 27, 2025. The US bombs Islamic State terrorists in Nigeria, the NZ summer drowning toll now stands at one. Retail waits for a surge.Watch26 Dec 06:46 PM
New ZealandHead lifeguard in Christmas Day double rescueAn Ōpunakē surf lifeguard is credited with being part of two Christmas Day rescues. 26 Dec 01:55 AM
New Zealand5-year-old rescued, one still missing after Christmas Day jet ski incident at Port WaikatoA rāhui has been placed over Port Waikato and surrounding areas.25 Dec 11:26 PM
New ZealandHow to stay safe on Waikato River float with flows near extreme riskFlows above 140 cumecs on the river make the float trip more dangerous.25 Dec 11:00 PM
New ZealandThe Three Rs: Avoiding the most dangerous thing at the beachChaz Gibbons Campbell urges swimmers to always choose lifeguarded beaches.25 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandAll Black Tupou Vaa'i backs water safety campaign after brother's drowningTupou Vaa’i was just seven when he watched his brother Tevita drown. Video / Water Safety New ZealandWatch24 Dec 02:47 AM
New ZealandBoy left swimming for life as rescue helicopter call delayedPolice initially stood down the chopper crew minutes after it launched.24 Dec 12:43 AM
New ZealandCoastguard's lifejacket warning after good Samaritan act nearly costs boatie everythingFive people ended up in Lake Rotoiti without lifejackets after a tow went wrong.23 Dec 01:00 AM
New ZealandBody found on beach in search for missing rock fisher near Thames Local iwi have placed a rāhui on the coastline while the death is investigated.22 Dec 09:24 PM
New Zealand'Things can change in a heartbeat': Police warning after Taupō boat fire rescueThe man survived after swimming for over an hour in Lake Taupō with no lifejacket.22 Dec 07:20 PM
New ZealandSix rescued after boat capsizes on Lake Dunstan, sparking safety warningCoastguard issues reminder about how to stay safe on the water this summer.20 Dec 01:00 AM
New ZealandSkippers face summer safety checks on Waikato watersSkippers face fines of up to $200 for each safety rule breached on the water.17 Dec 10:38 PM
New ZealandHawke’s Bay lifejacket libraries: Where to borrow free gear this summerThe free libraries let anyone borrow a correctly fitted lifejacket for the day.17 Dec 10:36 PM
WellingtonDiver dies after being pulled from water at Titahi BayNgāti Toa has placed a rāhui from Pipinui Point to Kōmanga Rau Tawhiti.15 Dec 11:05 PM
AucklandAuckland beach drownings: Four rescues, two dead in 90 minutes spark safety pleaTwo men died at Kariaotahi and Lake Wainamu within 90 minutes on Monday.11 Dec 06:21 PM
New ZealandTwo people dead in separate water incidentsReporter Katie Oliver talks to lifeguard Harry Mellor at Muriwai Beach about recent tragic water incidents.Watch09 Dec 08:46 PM
New ZealandMan dies after getting caught in rip at Auckland beachA rāhui has been put in place at Karioitahi Beach by local iwi.09 Dec 03:14 AM
New Zealand'It almost looked like a stingray': Parent plucks children from shallows after shark spotted at Auckland beachAbout 20 to 30 people scrambled from the water as shouts of 'Shark!' spread.07 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandShark spotted circling off Te Arai Beach in North AucklandFamilies were left scrambling after a shark was spotted metres from shore off of a Northern Auckland beach. Video / Rosh KumararathnaWatch07 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandInside the new Sharks exhibition at the Auckland War Memorial MuseumTake a look inside the new Sharks exhibition at the Auckland War Memorial Museum. Video / NZ HeraldWatch05 Dec 09:18 PM
New ZealandCall to ban public from killer coast line after fishermen drown at notorious pointMore than 20 people have drowned at Papanui Point, prompting calls for the spot to close.02 Dec 07:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandHow 'bystander effect' may explain why no one saved drowning childFour people were near the fountain where the 4-year-old lay face down in the water.30 Nov 08:21 PM
New ZealandOrca pod safely leave Napier’s Pandora Pond after estuary stranding scareProject Jonah urges public caution after rare stranding scare in Napier. Video / Herald NowWatch30 Nov 06:58 PM
New ZealandHidden rips trigger early start for Tauranga lifeguard patrolsThe patrols will start early after a drowning at Mount Maunganui.30 Nov 06:45 PM
New ZealandSurface flooding in Onehunga, AucklandHeavy rain has hit Auckland amid thunderstorm warnings on November 30, 2025. Video / NZ HeraldWatch30 Nov 04:26 AM
New ZealandOrca pod trapped in Napier pond as locals urged to stay clear of waterVisitors to Pandora Pond were urged to avoid the water until the orcas could exit the area.Watch29 Nov 10:15 PM
EntertainmentGiant waterslides open in Rotorua for the first timeTwo “Mega Slides” are opening at Adventure Playground in Ngongotahā. Videos / Adventure Playground, Waterworld WaterparksWatch27 Nov 11:24 PM
New Zealand'Miracle': Mum grateful after son’s dramatic late night Piha Beach rescue “I’m so grateful. He wouldn’t have lasted much longer.”27 Nov 06:52 AM
New ZealandHypothermic surfer plucked to safety after drifting 1.5km off West Auckland beachThe surfer drifted out to sea after becoming caught in a large rip north of Lion Rock.26 Nov 10:45 PM
New Zealand'It got me': Diver surfaced coughing and struggling to breathe before drowningAaron Matthews' friend was on the shore fishing but couldn't save the 43-year-old.26 Nov 04:00 PM
