New ZealandSkippers save snorkeller's life after heart attackA snorkeller has been called the 'luckiest guy in the world' after his life was saved by two cruise boat skippers.19 Jan 11:15 PM
New ZealandJetski victim and rugby dream farewelledBishop Thompson was buried wearing an All Blacks jersey - a fitting tribute to a teenager who had his heart set on one day making the team.17 Jan 01:25 AM
New ZealandBody of jetskier found - policePolice say they are confident a body found on a lake near Rotorua this morning is that of a missing teenage jetskier.11 Jan 09:57 PM
New ZealandSearch continues for missing jetskier while family prayPolice and Navy divers are continuing searching into the evening for the body of a teenage boy presumed dead after a jetski accident on a lake near Rotorua, while family and friends continue to hold vigil on the shoreline.11 Jan 06:03 AM
New ZealandLegislation not the answer for water safety - Maritime NZEducation not legislation is the answer to improve safety on the water, Maritime NZ safety inspector Jim Lilley says.10 Jan 10:13 PM
New ZealandBoaties should be licensed - harbourmasterThe dangers on the water are the same as on the roads, so boaties should be licensed just like drivers, says the Pauanui-Tairua harbourmaster.10 Jan 12:17 AM
New ZealandTeen dies in jetski terrorA teenage jetskier was killed yesterday when he fell off and was run down by friends. It was one of two horrifying water accidents involving young people in popular holiday spots.08 Jan 04:30 PM
New ZealandMinistry 'avoiding' water risksThe drowning death toll will rise if school swimming lessons aren't made compulsory, the Government has been warned.08 Jan 04:30 PM
New ZealandTeen drowns after pool gameA teenager has died after reportedly competing with friends to see who could hold their breath underwater the longest.06 Jan 02:47 AM
New ZealandHoliday drownings 'inevitable'Play it safe in the water and know your limits this summer, says Water Safety New Zealand.04 Jan 05:53 AM
New ZealandToddler and 4-year-old drown - parents warned to be alertAuthorities are urging parents to stay within arm's reach of their children around water.03 Jan 04:30 PM
New ZealandMum proud of daughter who helped save victim's friendThe mother of a girl who helped to rescue a friend of Raphael Alualu, who drowned after leaping into a swimming hole on Auckland's North Shore, say she is very proud of what her daughter did.03 Dec 02:52 AM