CrimeFishers warned: Prosecution likely for illegal toheroa, excess tuatua this summerTaking prohibited toheroa can mean a $500 fine or a court prosecution.10 Jan 11:00 PM
New Zealand'Had me retching': Christchurch beach closed due to 'ungodly' smell of raw sewageA public health warning has been issued after raw sewage flowed into the busy beach.10 Jan 05:17 AM
New ZealandSummer scorcher: The Bay swim spots to enjoy and those to avoid this weekendMany people in the region will be looking for the perfect place to cool off this weekend. 09 Jan 01:00 AM
New ZealandSwims, gelato and hot tempers in the carpark: How the Bay's faring in the heat08 Jan 02:47 AM
AucklandHow safe is your swim spot this summer?Waiheke's Ōnetangi is a good bet, but Judges Bay still has a black 'do not swim' warning.24 Dec 04:00 PM
LifestyleThe camping checklist: What not to forget when you go on a family holidayFrom torches to Turkish towels: how to pack for a stress-free camping holiday. 13 Dec 09:00 PM
New ZealandGreat white likely behind shark fin sighting at Whangārei Heads beachThe shark was spotted on Sunday afternoon at Whangārei Heads by a beachgoer. 10 Dec 10:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Summer traditions can steady us in an unsettled worldOPINION: Summer getaways offer stressed Kiwis rare time to slow down and reconnect.10 Dec 04:00 PM
Auckland'Not survivable': Coroner warns of deadly risk after man's death in dune collapseYoung dad Kane Watson was buried while he was digging in the sand at Muriwai Beach.10 Dec 04:00 PM
AucklandThree teens saved in after-hours rescue at Auckland west coast beachThe three swimmers had been celebrating an 18th birthday before getting caught in a rip.08 Dec 05:25 AM
New Zealand'It almost looked like a stingray': Parent plucks children from shallows after shark spotted at Auckland beachAbout 20 to 30 people scrambled from the water as shouts of 'Shark!' spread.07 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandShark spotted circling off Te Arai Beach in North AucklandFamilies were left scrambling after a shark was spotted metres from shore off of a Northern Auckland beach. Video / Rosh KumararathnaWatch07 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandMan banned from taking seafood for 3 years after misusing his customary rights Jonathan Moon issued permits for collecting seafood outside of his area for 10 years.28 Nov 09:00 PM
New ZealandMan dies at Mount Maunganui beachA man has died after being pulled from the water.26 Nov 07:24 AM
SportOnce rivals, Beach Ferns set to stun the worldShaunna Polley and Olivia Macdonald are the first Kiwi women at the worlds in 24 years.12 Nov 02:47 AM
New ZealandEmergency at Kohimarama beach after man pulled from waterSunbathers formed a privacy screen around the scene using beach towels and sarongs as emergency responders work to revive a patient. Video / NZ HeraldWatch07 Nov 10:48 PM
New Zealand'The best I’ve ever experienced': Ocean glows blue at Stanmore BayLocals said the neon-blue plankton lit up the bay from end to end.07 Nov 08:39 PM
New ZealandIncredible Stanmore Bay bioluminescenceMatthew Davison captured the "most incredible bioluminescence display I've ever witnessed" at Stanmore Bay on November 7. Video / SuppliedWatch07 Nov 07:48 PM
New ZealandNaked 65yo cyclist arrested on busy Auckland waterfront roadLocals said a naked cyclist had been spotted in the area for the past few days.05 Nov 05:32 AM
WorldDutch player with sex conviction denied Australian visa for volleyball worldsVan de Velde was 19 when convicted of sex with an underaged girl in 2016.28 Oct 12:09 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandWaimārama Beach: New gate to be installed as vehicle ban saga drags onThe gate won't be locked or enforced, but is aimed at discouraging vehicles on the beach.15 Oct 05:00 PM
WorldWatch: Helicopter in California crashes after spiralling out of controlDebris from the crash scattered across a beach carpark. 12 Oct 06:37 AM
New ZealandTwo rescued from Whangaparāoa cliff after dropping itemThe item the pair were trying to grab at Tindalls Beach has been revealed as headphones.08 Oct 03:26 AM
Travel newsLuxury holiday packages on sale now for 2026 getawaysYour next best journeys start with one these deals.29 Sep 05:41 PM
New Zealand'Got smoked by the shark': Young fisherman loses huge snapper while surfcastingThe culprit shark was likely up to 3m long, possibly a white pointer.29 Sep 02:00 AM
New ZealandPolice focus on coastline as search continues for missing Christchurch teenThe 17yo's mother says she is desperate for information on her son's whereabouts. 27 Sep 09:07 PM
WorldOne dead in fatal Sydney shark attack; multiple beaches closedBeaches from Manly to Narrabeen are closed following the incident.06 Sep 03:29 AM
