New ZealandBurial service for brothers held todayThe burial service for two brothers who drowned at a popular surf beach north of Gisborne at the weekend will be held today.29 Jan 10:47 PM
New ZealandSurfer finds body at popular beachThe prayers of a grieving family were answered yesterday when a body believed to be that of missing teenager John Wakelin was found in the surf at Wainui Beach.27 Jan 07:24 PM
New Zealand'I screamed, but no one came'As Tamara Cuttriss blacked out and went under the water her last thought was: "This is it. What a waste. I haven't even lived yet."27 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandDrowned boatie's motor too powerfulA novice boatie died in a cold Southland lake after the boat's powerful outboard motor broke free, leaving a hole in the hull.27 Jan 01:40 AM
New ZealandDown the river - on an airbed?Queenstown's harbourmaster isn't impressed after four men he advised to get off their inflatable airbed floated under bungy jumpers - and were fined.26 Jan 10:12 PM
New ZealandDad's tribute to sons who drownedTwo young men who drowned at a popular surf beach north of Gisborne on Saturday were "really neat kids", their father says.26 Jan 08:07 PM
New ZealandDrowning spot needs signsNew signs should be placed around a popular swimming spot after a man drowned trying to save his son, a coroner says.26 Jan 05:53 AM
New ZealandPre-schooler drownings on the riseThe number of pre-schoolers who died in drowning incidents increased by 60 per cent last year, new figures show.18 Jan 03:21 AM
New ZealandSuspected drowning in NorthlandA woman in her 50s has died in a suspected drowning incident in Northland today.17 Jan 12:23 AM
New ZealandGran calls for better water educationThe grandmother of an 11-year-old boy who died after he got caught in a rip says the tragedy highlights the need for more children to be taught water skills.16 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandPerson pulled from water at Northland beachA person got into difficulty and was pulled from the water breathing and conscious at Whananaki North yesterday afternoon.15 Jan 06:36 AM
New ZealandPerson missing at Bethells BeachA male is missing in the water at Bethells Beach on Auckland's West Coast.15 Jan 04:55 AM
New ZealandParents help keep kids swim-safeFree water-skills lessons for Auckland children are being offered with a catch: a parent or caregiver must be in the pool with the child during each of the five sessions.12 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandFamily farewell drowned 'miracle boy'Family and friends have farewelled a 16-year-old boy who was swept out to sea at Ninety Mile Beach on December 27, remembering him as their 'miracle boy'.06 Jan 12:00 AM
New ZealandDrowning toll 'huge disappointment'The holiday drowning toll is a "huge disappointment", Water Safety New Zealand says.05 Jan 12:56 AM
New Zealand'He saved her life and sacrificed his own'Man who died saving his young niece from drowning at a South Taranaki beach yesterday has been named by police.03 Jan 01:37 AM
New ZealandCoast Guard flat out, no matter the weatherThe Hauraki Gulf is at its most alluring - glassy calm and sparkling blue in the sunlight - and thousands of Aucklanders in small boats hover above the fishing reefs.02 Jan 08:18 PM
New ZealandBody of man who walked fully clothed into sea washes ashoreWayne August appeared to be drunk when he walked into the surf at New Brighton beach wearing long pants and a T-shirt.01 Jan 08:44 PM
New Zealand'R.I.P ma bra' - Tears after beach tragedyThe discovery of Jarod Lineses three kilometres north of Hukatere brings to end a five-day vigil by his family after he was dragged out to sea.01 Jan 06:09 PM
New ZealandWarning after 'great white shark' hookedA shark hooked by a fisherman that "tail-walked" before breaking free may well have been a great white, a passing charter skipper says.31 Dec 12:22 PM
New ZealandSurfer sees great white take friendA former South Auckland man has described watching his friend escape from the jaws of a great white shark while surfing in California.30 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand'You don't think about your emotions'Family tells how their holiday sightseeing trip turned into rescue operation after spotting stricken men in the water: "You just think about trying to find the next person."30 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandRain threatens party plansPartygoers will be swapping their sunglasses and sunblock for umbrellas and rain jackets to see in the New Year as the brilliant weather that has brightened the holidays looks set to pass.29 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandBody recovery operation for teen swept out to seaA body recovery operation for a 16-year-old boy who was swept out to sea in Northland on Saturday afternoon is being launched today.29 Dec 02:22 AM
New ZealandWater tragedies: Victims namedPolice have named three people who have died in water-related accidents so far this holiday season.28 Dec 02:24 AM
New ZealandFamily's vigil for missing teenFamily members of a missing teenager were keeping an emotional vigil on a Northland beach last night - the latest incident in a horror start to the holiday season in the water.27 Dec 11:30 PM
New ZealandWoman fighting for her life in Waikato HospitalThe woman, in her 20s, fell down a steep cliff and into the river below, striking her head on the way down.27 Dec 07:00 AM
New ZealandHow to stay safe in waterAs thousands of holidaymakers get set to hit the beach and boaties prepare to launch, warnings are being issued about staying safe.22 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandHow to stay safe during summerThe Auckland Regional Public Health Service (ARPHS) says people should keep in mind a few safety tips to ensure they and their families get through the summer injury-free.19 Dec 01:06 AM
