New ZealandMost swimming spots receive water quality tickLatest tests clear nearly all sites across the region for swimming and bathing.16 Jan 03:29 AM
New ZealandFighting Coromandel wildfire affects water supply - water testing done in 48 hoursWater testing is currently under way to determine if contaminants are present.15 Jan 04:09 AM
New ZealandTsunamis: ‘The big one’ is a matter of when, not ifTwo major tsunamis that swamped the east coast have been labelled 'missed opportunities'.14 Jan 08:40 PM
KahuWaka Ama Nationals 2025: First event without legendary paddlerNew teams like Kiwi ki Tai pay tribute to Kiwi Campbell's skills and knowledge.14 Jan 05:34 PM
BusinessHow Kazakhstan’s conservation project revived the Aral SeaSea infamous for ship graveyards gets new infrastructure to stop water flowing out.13 Jan 07:25 PM
New ZealandWarm weather drying out ground could be the reason for old water main burstingWarm weather may have dried out ground, leading to pipe burst.13 Jan 03:15 AM
KahuHow a family found and protected a historic waka on Chatham IslandFamily praised for safeguarding waka; collaboration with iwi and authorities under way.13 Jan 01:45 AM
New ZealandKiwi woman wins 'World's Ugliest Lawn' awardA Canterbury woman wins 'World's Ugliest Lawn' for water conservation.13 Jan 01:33 AM
Kahu‘Really proud’: Mother-daughter showdown at Manu World ChampsHayden Etuata and Fa’atupuinati Berking to represent Māngere at 2025 Manu Grand Final.12 Jan 08:03 PM
New ZealandMajor works under way to repair water main fault beneath Queen StPart of the street is now being ripped up to fix the problem.12 Jan 05:41 PM
New ZealandWatch: Family of orcas delight with 'amazing show'A woman fishing said orcas swimming in formation was the perfect start to the year.12 Jan 12:11 AM
New ZealandMan drowns while swimming in Auckland, body pulled from waterEmergency services were called to the scene about 3.45pm.11 Jan 05:25 AM
New Zealand'Strawberries just disintegrate': Some HB growers are loving the rain, others not so muchSummer had started very well – now a couple are losing thousands of dollars every day.10 Jan 05:00 PM
KahuWhy Akaroa’s wastewater upgrade is crucial for harbour healthNew plant to cut Akaroa harbour sewage discharge from nine times a year to once every four years.08 Jan 05:05 PM
New ZealandFun at the Maraetotara Falls jump spotBenny King sent in a video of him jumping - badly - from the Maraetotara Falls branch. The landing was “a real stinger”, but he had a great time. Video / Benny KingWatch08 Jan 01:59 AM
TravelWhat does freedom mean to us?The idea of freedom is deeply personal. Video / Nick DobbieWatch03 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandGisborne city river and ocean waters clean againOcean, river activities back on after council lifts health warnings02 Jan 11:00 PM
New Zealand'River and alcohol don’t mix': Police issue warning about popular water activityPopular float has a dark and dangerous side.30 Dec 08:00 PM
WorldThree dead as massive waves slam Peru, Ecuador, and ChileNearly 100 ports have been closed because of the rough conditions.30 Dec 04:28 AM
New ZealandBad news for festival-goers: Gisborne beaches closed, thousands expected for RnVHolidaymakers have been warned to steer clear of the water after heavy rainfall.27 Dec 09:33 PM
New ZealandShark sightings force Coromandel beaches to close temporarilyWhiritoa closed intermittently on Friday and Waihī shut for a stretch on Christmas Day.27 Dec 05:36 AM
New ZealandOne seriously injured after Christmas Day water incidentEmergency services, including helicopter, respond to incident at Army Bay, Whangaparāoa.25 Dec 03:38 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandWater-efficient orchards: How tech is helping Hawke’s Bay growers'It is a much more efficient way of getting twice as many apples using a lot less water.'22 Dec 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Absolutely courageous': Schoolboys rescue drowning man at Auckland wharf'I ran to the end of the wharf, dropped my stuff and jumped straight off.'19 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandFluoride-free water option 'waste of time', campaigner saysTauranga City Council is still undecided about providing a fluoride-free water supply.18 Dec 04:05 PM
New Zealand'Beautiful, caring little boy': Funeral set for 'beloved' Miles after park drowningThe 5-year-old died on Saturday night at Lower Hutt's Avalon Park.18 Dec 07:00 AM
New Zealand'Nothing more for ratepayer': Councillor slams water infrastructure planGisborne debates water options: Lower short-term costs vs long-term savings.16 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandBoy playing near pond shortly before tragic death - witnessThe witness said council should change the depth of the pond to make it safer.16 Dec 06:00 AM
New ZealandMount Monster 2024340 competitors took part in the prestigious Race One Surf Craft Mount Monster held at Mount Maunganui on Saturday. Video / Geoff CoxWatch15 Dec 09:19 PM
New ZealandBoy who drowned in Lower Hutt park moved to NZ a few months agoA Givealittle has been started to support the 'grieving family of Miles'.15 Dec 06:05 PM
New Zealand'Tragic weekend': Four water deaths in 24 hours across NZThe rise in deaths is a worry, Water Safety chief executive says.15 Dec 05:36 AM
New ZealandChild dies after water-related incident in Lower HuttPolice said the death would be referred to the Coroner.14 Dec 08:31 AM
New ZealandSpearfishing incident: Man critically injured at popular Auckland dive spot, airlifted to hospitalA winch extraction of the man was required due to access and incoming tide.14 Dec 07:35 AM
New Zealand'Culturally unacceptable': Wairoa fights to ban blood, mortuary waste in waterwaysMayor says new system will be costly but blood, mortuary waste should not go in the river.13 Dec 04:00 PM
