New ZealandHigh nitrate levels trigger health warning for South Canterbury residentsDo-not-drink notice issued in Waimate as nitrate levels breach safe limits.02 Dec 05:59 AM
New ZealandSwimmer in serious condition after two rescued at notorious beachPiha lifeguards spotted the pair struggling in the water and leapt into action.02 Dec 04:10 AM
New ZealandIs your beach 'safe' to swim? What you need to knowThe top 5 cleanest and dirtiest Auckland beaches revealed.02 Dec 03:40 AM
World27 dead after Nigerian boat accidentIt's the latest in a series of mass drownings on the country’s busy waterways.30 Nov 02:32 AM
New ZealandSprinkler ban in Napier: Usage soars to some of highest in countryWater use in the city is 'out-stripping supply.'29 Nov 02:39 AM
New ZealandExplained: Everything you need to know about arsenic and drinking waterDrinking water testing has turned up slightly higher arsenic levels. Here's what to know.28 Nov 06:51 PM
New ZealandAuckland water testing reveals updated arsenic levels as more councils report elevated readingsAuthorities have urged residents not to be alarmed.28 Nov 05:42 AM
New ZealandArsenic in the water: Senior Govt minister keeping watch, results due this afternoonThe Prime Minister confirmed he had been briefed on the situation.28 Nov 12:30 AM
New ZealandSteve Taylor on the increased levels of arsenic reported in the Waikato RiverWater Services Authority head of operations Steve Taylor speaks about the reports of increased levels of arsenic in the Waikato River which feeds into water supplies.Watch27 Nov 09:04 PM
New ZealandUrgent testing under way after elevated levels of arsenic found in Akl's water supplyArsenic is a substance found in rock that can be deadly if consumed in large amounts.27 Nov 05:58 PM
New ZealandWatercare staff attend urgent meetings after bosses blindsided by reformsDozens of Watercare staff are impacted by the mayor's proposals.20 Nov 04:00 PM
TravelDon't take a dip at these contaminated Auckland beachesSpots in Central Auckland and Piha pose a high risk of illness to swimmers this summer.19 Nov 05:30 PM
New ZealandDo a mean Manu! City hosts first qualifying event for world champsTauranga's bombing competition has been named an official qualifying event for 2025.18 Nov 07:54 PM
New ZealandCouncillors opt for higher fees at Kiwa Pools, citing public preferenceKiwa Pools to raise entry fee as 53% prefer higher charges over lower rates.14 Nov 03:45 AM
New Zealand'If it's yellow, let it mellow': Advice as water restrictions arrive in Hawke's BayCouncils have imposed restrictions to help conserve water due to dry weather.10 Nov 11:54 PM
New ZealandScattering ashes at 'precious taonga' strictly prohibited, iwi sayThe iwi were made aware of an incident at Acacia Bay recently.10 Nov 07:00 PM
New Zealand'Scandalous': Former TV host questions $29m Rotorua lake sewerage scheme claimsThe council apologised for inaccurate information and explained its analysis.10 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandNorsewood residents warned to boil all drinking waterAny water used from the Norsewood public supply should be boiled said council.06 Nov 01:33 AM
New ZealandTiny Northland plant at big risk of extinction judged a NZ favouriteA tiny and very rare Northland lake plant, Trithuria inconspicua, has been voted ‘New Zeal05 Nov 02:00 AM
New ZealandThree hurt in water-related incidentTwo of the injured were taken to hospital.26 Oct 01:20 AM
New ZealandDeath of rare frogs linked to Brynderwyns roading workNative frogs were endangered by concrete used in the upgrade, a report says.22 Oct 04:00 PM
PoliticsWatch: 'Must do better' – Mayor says tough decisions ahead after Government appoints observerThe Government is to appoint a Crown observer to Wellington City Council.22 Oct 05:12 AM
LifestyleAussie mum nearly died after drinking ‘too much’ waterTold to drink more water, the woman was “slowly drowning herself” with excessive habit.21 Oct 09:15 PM
New ZealandHomeowners warned over potential flooding hot spotsMore than $9 million has been budgeted for stormwater improvement in Whangamatā.21 Oct 03:11 AM
WorldPolice probe deaths of mother and two children in Sydney waterwayRescuers were seen combing the area on jetskis and in boats.19 Oct 04:37 AM
New ZealandBurst water main in central WellingtonA water main has burst in central Wellington, flooding State Highway 1 with muddy water. Video / Mark MitchellWatch17 Oct 02:58 AM
New ZealandTaupō man spends five years building boat from scratchTaupō man Mark Dumble has spent the past five years building this 4m clinker boat from scratch and recently launched it at Two Mile Bay, Lake Taupō. Video / Dan HutchinsonWatch16 Oct 04:00 AM
New ZealandMayor Mahé Drysdale votes no on fluoridationThe Olympic rowing champion says he wants more safety assurances.15 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandFuture management of 'two waters' in Waipā still being reviewedWaipa District Council's Dawn Inglis said the CCO is about “how we manage debt"14 Oct 08:40 PM
New ZealandGisborne's water usage doubles; council gives tips for conservation'The demand experienced was unusual so early in spring,' drinking water manager says.14 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandBoil water notice lifted for Manawatū townPotentially unsafe levels of e-coli bacteria were detected on Thursday.12 Oct 02:23 AM
New ZealandCoastguard Tairua/Pāuanui unit storyCoastguard, the New Zealand Sport Fishing Council and local fishing/boating clubs have teamed up to deliver nationwide bar awareness. Video / Coastguard New ZealandWatch09 Oct 11:23 PM
New ZealandCouncil issues boil water notice for Foxton BeachThe council said the water network is likely safe but issued the notice as a precaution.09 Oct 11:08 PM
New ZealandOnehunga residents cannot drink local water for several more years due to traces of banned chemicalAuckland University researchers found drinking water is largely free of banned chemical.08 Oct 03:10 AM
