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
New ZealandStricken boatie winched to safety after vessel capsizes on notorious Manukau barAnother boatie was rescued by a passing jet ski.28 Apr 06:24 AM
New Zealand'Left their exit too late': Fisherman swept to his death likely caught by vicious 'short tide'Laken Watene's body has never been recovered.03 Apr 04:00 PM
New ZealandColleagues join the search for fisherman in the water off Hawke's Bay coastHow a fishing vessel crew member ended up missing remains unclear.02 Apr 12:35 AM
New ZealandFlushed undies cause big stink for Otago councilRepeated blocking of wastewater pump racks up costs for Central Otago District Council.29 Mar 11:27 PM
New ZealandMissing diver found 'cold and tired' after search at coastal Auckland community tonightThe Eagle helicopter and specialist police teams were involved in the search.14 Mar 06:32 AM
PremiumPremiumConstruction'Horror, sadness at level of destruction' as pollution, earthworks mar coastal cyclewayThe site had asbestos, tyres, plastics, metal, brick, crushed concrete and other rubbish.12 Mar 10:00 PM
New ZealandCoastguard on the hunt for crewHave you got what it takes to be a Coastguard volunteer?06 Mar 12:00 AM
New Zealand'Under in 30 seconds': Waiwera pair's 'miracle rescue' from rough seaThe pair, which included an elderly man, were left clinging to their upturned dinghy.04 Mar 06:00 AM
New ZealandKayaker who sank off coast won auction for new one while fighting for survivalArnie Cave spent hours floating in the ocean, watching sunlight disappear.01 Mar 02:41 AM
New ZealandFar North news in brief: Child Cancer appeal, fibre furthered, water restrictions continueNews snippets from the Far North.26 Feb 04:00 PM
