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
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Life in all places’: Showing Bay's thriving underwater world to a new generationThe 'middle of nowhere' turns into the middle of everywhere - just dip your head under.04 Apr 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumTourismKiwi business buys local arm of boat-share service Skipperi from Finnish parentThe boat-share service was acquired for an undisclosed figure.04 Apr 01:00 AM
New ZealandKaikoura boat tragedy: Skipper speaks after report on whale capsize that claimed five livesFive people were killed in the incident in September 2023. 03 Apr 02:18 AM
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 ZealandMissing Cook Strait jetskier named as search efforts continueAndrew Walker, 68, went missing while jetskiing on February 3.21 Mar 01:15 AM
New Zealand‘Lucky to be alive’: Five rescued after boats sink in Lake RotoitiNone of the five individuals was wearing a lifejacket during the incident.16 Mar 07:35 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 ZealandArgentina mourns as flash floods claim 16 lives, more missingArgentina declared three days of national mourning after flash floods killed at least sixteen people. Video / AFPWatch10 Mar 06:10 AM
New ZealandVessels run aground in Coromandel after channel disappearsWaikato Regional Council said it knew of four vessels that grounded.06 Mar 10:03 PM
New ZealandBystanders rescue struggling swimmer in ‘rough’ Pāpāmoa surf'This could have easily ended in a fatality,' lifeguard warns.03 Mar 01:51 AM
New Zealand‘Bulletproof’: Why more Kiwi men die in the waterWith the lowest number of drownings since 2018, males accounted for most fatalities.02 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandTop businessman pulled face-down from surf ahead of TV appearanceRescuers performed CPR and used a defibrillator before the man was airlifted to hospital.27 Feb 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘Forever in your debt’: Family speak out after man died saving brother on Lake TaupōVincent, 36, died at Acacia Bay while saving his brother’s life in January.25 Feb 09:03 PM
New ZealandLifeguards rescue swimmers caught in rips outside flagged areasA man and a woman were rescued from rips at Midway on Sunday in two separate incidents.10 Feb 10:20 PM
New ZealandRāhui in place following Maketū deathEmergency services were called to the Bay of Plenty beach on Saturday.09 Feb 10:50 PM
New ZealandPolice rescue three men missing overnight in Waikaia River rafting ordealPolice were alerted after the trio didn't arrive at a designated pick-up point.09 Feb 04:13 AM
New ZealandMaketū Beach tragedy: Man washes up dead on the shorelineEmergency services were called to the Bay of Plenty beach just after 4pm.08 Feb 04:24 AM
New ZealandOne dead in water-related incident in TaurangaEmergency services are at the scene.07 Feb 01:08 AM
New Zealand‘Let me just play for five more minutes’: Partner on beach as swimmer swept to death at PihaPartner held on to hope for 'miracle' before body found after swimmer caught in rip.01 Feb 04:24 AM
New Zealand‘Big dreams’: Missing Piha swimmer wanted to buy house with partner; body found on nearby beach'Devastated' family now trying to fly to NZ from India.31 Jan 09:18 PM
New ZealandMaritime NZ to investigate fatal jetski incidentIt comes as Coastguard NZ and the harbourmaster issued safety reminders to water users.28 Jan 11:51 PM
New ZealandBody of missing teenage swimmer found on Christchurch beachThe 19-year-old male went missing about 3pm yesterday.23 Jan 08:36 PM
New Zealand'Selfless and heroic act': Jetskier died saving his brother's lifePolice divers recovered the body of Vincent 'Vinnie' Cornell from Lake Taupō on Monday.21 Jan 01:15 AM
New ZealandWatch: Floating picnic table pulls up to SailGP AucklandA policeman on a jetski intercepted the group of men, took a photograph, and left.19 Jan 09:38 PM
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
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
New ZealandBoy seen struggling in harbour rescued by vehicle ferry skipperBoysie-James Siosiua was pulled from the harbour after trying to retrieve a basketball.17 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandTsunamis: ‘The big one’ is a matter of when, not ifTwo major tsunamis that swamped the east coast have been labelled 'missed opportunities'.14 Jan 08:40 PM
New ZealandHow to avoid common summer injuries at the beach and beyondNorthlanders urged to be mindful as summer injuries soar, costing millions in ACC claims.12 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandMan’s body located after he failed to resurface from Waikato River dipA rahui has now been placed at Arapuni, Bulmers and Jones landings.12 Jan 12:47 AM