New ZealandOff-duty cop races to rescueThe off-duty police constable was with her partner and their children when she spotted a hand in the air in the ocean frantically waving for help.22 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandHeartbroken family: 'Bring him home'Cory Edgecombe Lilley was swept away while swimming at Raglan on Thursday. His family are still holding out hope of finding him.28 Nov 05:00 AM
New Zealand'I'm thankful everyone's okay'Two heroes jumped into a swollen North Island river to save the life of a woman swept away.07 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandFury at changes to pool lawsThe Government wants to repeal the Swimming Pool Fencing Act of 1987, a comprehensive act that has saved at least 21 children since its introduction.31 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandWeather: Sunshine for Labour DayWith Labour Weekend sun also comes the start of the surf life saving patrol season.25 Oct 04:30 PM
New ZealandHot pool owners must make repairsThe Waikato District Council has failed in its High Court bid to oust the current Waingaro Hot Springs owners after years of repairs to the site went ignored.06 Oct 05:41 AM
WorldChlorine fumes shut down water slidesWater slides at a Melbourne pool have been shut down after 12 people were overcome by strong chlorine fumes.28 Sep 01:49 AM
New ZealandCoastguard has 'busiest day in months'The Coastguard is issuing a reminder to all boaties to carry out maintenance and safety checks after ten different boats called for assistance.19 Sep 06:35 AM
New ZealandDebris found in search for missing boatiesSearchers have found debris today after two friends went missing at sea on Wednesday.19 Sep 02:20 AM
OpinionEditorial: Swimming pools must remain openSomething is obviously awry when a country with one of the worst drowning rates in the developed world is struggling to save the very places where many youngsters learn to swim.04 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandBody found floating in water near WaihekePolice have located a body floating in the water between Waiheke and Motuihe Islands.15 Aug 11:39 PM
New ZealandFishing boat winched to safer watersThe Nelson Marlborough Rescue helicopter was sent to help a fishing boat about 48km off Westport, Westland, yesterday afternoon.08 Aug 08:57 PM
New ZealandMega shark video resurfaces onlineTerrifying footage of a mega shark attacking a tiny boat in New Zealand waters is making fresh waves online.31 Jul 08:33 PM
All BlacksSBW shares cute photoSonny Bill Williams has posted a picture of his daughter on social media last night, sharing her first swim with his 443,000 followers on Twitter.15 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandWoman's body found near river mouthThe body of a female has been recovered from Rangitata beach in the South Island.24 May 01:25 AM
New ZealandPaddleboarder located safe and wellA paddle boarder who was believed to be missing has been located by police and is safe and sound.15 May 11:59 PM
New Zealand13 near-misses at pools last yearDocuments show there were 13 near-misses at Auckland pools recorded last year, most involving children.09 May 05:00 PM
SportSwimming to stop Pasifika drowningsHundreds of swimmers will race in the King of the Bays event on Auckland's North Shore today, but one competitor has a special motivation for taking part.17 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandMissing fishing boat may never be recoveredThe boat of two fishermen missing from Port Waikato since Monday may never be recovered, police say.10 Apr 02:25 AM
New ZealandSearch continues for missing fishermenThe search for two fishermen missing at Port Waikato enters its third day today. The police Eagle helicopter will search the area near the mouth of the river.08 Apr 11:27 PM
New ZealandMissing fishermen: Air search unsuccessfulThe air search today for the two missing fisherman was unsuccessful, police say.07 Apr 11:52 PM
New ZealandFishing mates lost at seaA fisherman missing with a friend after crossing the Port Waikato Bar usually stayed clear of the notoriously dangerous stretch of water.07 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandDrowning victim's actions a 'mystery'Those close to a drowning man who was pulled from Wellington Harbour last week say they are still mystified as to why their friend was in the water.06 Apr 06:36 AM
New Zealand'Drowning isn't seasonal'With the Surf Life Saving New Zealand patrol season officially ending this Easter weekend, and many boaties still out on the water, New Zealanders are being urged not to be complacent about safety.04 Apr 07:48 PM
New ZealandTeenage heroes 'devastated' by deathA teenage hero who helped to rescue a drowning man is devastated she will never get to meet the student she saved.03 Apr 04:00 PM
New ZealandPool manager wins back job after failed drug testThe manager of a council pool in Lower Hutt who was fired after failing a drug test has won the right to go back to work for now.31 Mar 10:55 PM
New ZealandTsunami siren testing for Auckland beachesTsunami sirens will be tested at midday on Sunday at north and west Auckland beaches.26 Mar 09:30 PM
New ZealandMan's body found in Waikato RiverA man's body was discovered face down in shallow water alongside the Waikato River this morning.18 Mar 08:50 PM
New ZealandDiversion likely for doctorA top Auckland doctor charged over a serious boating incident in which a man was left bleeding in the water may escape without a black mark against his name.18 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandDrunk man rescued from Mission BayA man who went for a "drunken dunk" in Mission Bay last night is extremely lucky another man searching for his Go Pro was able to assist in his rescue, police say.13 Mar 01:39 AM
New Zealand'It's every parent's greatest fear'A family's last swim of their summer holiday nearly turned to tragedy when their 5-year-old daughter passed out in the sea.10 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandRescue boat extras a boonA state-of-the-art $2.5 million vessel is set to make a marked difference in the way water rescues are carried out.03 Feb 04:00 PM
