WorldKiwi captain grilled by Italian police, divers recover more bodies from superyachtThe body of tech boss Mike Lynch is reportedly among those recovered.21 Aug 06:57 PM
New ZealandRevealed: Kiwi captain of sunk superyacht 'well respected' sailorCutfield broke his silence to Italian media earlier, saying they 'didn’t see it coming'.20 Aug 11:10 PM
New ZealandKiwi lawyer's employer speaks out after tragic yacht sinkingAyla Ronald was among the 15 survivors of the Bayesian, which sank in rough seas.20 Aug 07:02 PM
World‘Forever chemicals’ found in Sydney drinking waterPossible cancer-causing chemicals at levels that exceed overseas standards.20 Aug 01:05 AM
New ZealandDangers of inner harbour swimming raised as bylaw passedThe danger of swimming in the inner harbour and how to enforce prohibiting it was raised.14 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandWastewater discharging into Wellington bay after pipe breaksEastbourne residents are being asked to reduce their use of toilets and showers.11 Aug 03:06 AM
New ZealandLifeguards aren't babysitters: Coroner's warning after pool tragedyPool staff had acted appropriately and Ranger’s death could have been prevented.09 Aug 12:11 AM
New ZealandBrassed: Town discovers surprise contamination sourceResidents in the town should know by Friday if they can resume using the tap water.07 Aug 08:53 PM
New Zealand'Not acceptable:' Someone dies at Wellington's waterfront every 1.7 yearsBut, the city council still has to finalise funding for waterfront safety improvements.06 Aug 06:00 PM
New ZealandWinter swimmers warned of 'cold water shock' as mid-year drowning toll revealed'Taking on one large breath of water is enough to prove fatal.'03 Aug 08:00 PM
New ZealandWorld Drowning Prevention DayWater Safety NZ chief executive Daniel Gerrard says 'the power is in prevention'. Video / Water Safety New ZealandWatch03 Aug 06:00 PM
New Zealand'Genuine Kiwi bloke': Police name man who died on fishing trip near WhakaariHis funeral will be held in Rotorua on Friday.31 Jul 03:42 AM
New ZealandWinter water safety warning as Northland's drowning deaths climbFour drownings in Northland already double 2023 total for same time of year.29 Jul 02:00 AM
New ZealandWhangārei swimmers raising funds for Coastguard in Big SwimThe group are swimming 466km in a bid to raise more than $6000.26 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandPolice 'incredibly frustrated' after hoax mayday call in NorthlandEmergency services spent three hours searching for the vessel.25 Jul 06:00 AM
New ZealandBody found in search off Whakaari/White Island, believed to be man who went overboardPolice earlier said the missing person was one of four on the vessel.25 Jul 03:36 AM
New ZealandPerson overboard may have been missing since midnight, search under way near Whakaari/White IslandFlight radar shows a rescue helicopter traversing the area.24 Jul 07:25 PM
New ZealandWatch: Large whale capsizes boat in US, two people launched overboard"It’s kind of a miracle that I’m alive," one of the men aboard the boat said.24 Jul 09:52 AM
New Zealand'Metres from sea': Dover Samuels calls island pool fence rule too bureaucraticKaumātua Dover Samuels says the Motukawaiti Island pool is right next to the sea.19 Jul 04:00 AM
PremiumPremiumConstructionKing's counsel barrister v Auckland Council over Point Wells seawall: who won?Issues from the case have wider implications: Auckland has a vast 3200km of coastline.01 Jul 03:00 AM
New ZealandInterislander ferry Aratere docks at Picton Harbour after groundingThe stricken Aratere ferry has docked at Picton Harbour tonight after running aground on Friday night. Video / NZ HeraldWatch23 Jun 06:57 AM
New Zealand'A mum's worst nightmare': Tributes for Kiwi surfer missing off Australian beachThe father of three hasn't been seen since Friday.12 Jun 09:04 AM
New ZealandOne person dies after coming off jet ski on remote stretch of Northland's west coastEmergency services were unable to revive the person after they came off a jet ski.09 Jun 02:12 AM
New ZealandAudit raised issues at council pool weeks before preschooler's near-drowningDoctor who helped saved boy's life has raised 'serious concerns' about pool safety.03 Jun 05:00 PM
LifestyleIs hard water bad for you? Here's what the experts sayThough hard water may affect your skin and hair, it's not necessarily bad in all aspects.21 May 01:23 AM
New ZealandFunding to help eradicate remaining predators of native speciesPokaiwhenua Catchment Group helps households to trap pests in their backyards.19 May 11:23 PM
PremiumPremiumConstruction300-berth marina planned for Hobbs Bay, Gulf HarbourBerths are planned to be 14m to 25m with 10 superyacht berths at the new facility.16 May 02:00 AM
New ZealandPolice allege man who ran into harbour was evading arrestThe man has since been taken to hospital in a serious condition.16 May 12:17 AM
New Zealand'Heroes': Dad praises pair who saved his son from drowning at public poolWitnesses said boy was pulled from water by a member of the public - not lifeguards.11 May 11:15 PM
New Zealand'Serious concerns': Doctor who saved boy's life fears for safety at popular poolPreschooler was pulled blue from the water by a member of the public - not lifeguards.10 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandNew swimming lessons will meet deaf community need, instructor saysThe move is in a bid to increase diversity and offer more options to the community.09 May 11:00 PM
New ZealandReview under way after preschooler rescued from Auckland poolEmergency services were called to the scene at just past 4pm on Saturday.06 May 09:22 PM
New ZealandWeather hampers search efforts for missing fishermanOne man's body was located on Friday. The other remains missing.05 May 10:48 PM
New Zealand'Devastating': One body recovered in search for missing Whangārei fishermenOperation continues on Friday to find men, who recently moved to New Zealand from India.03 May 02:47 AM
