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'Dangerous conditions': MetService warns Easter weekend beachgoers
Dozens of beaches across Auckland and Northland are marked 'unsuitable for swimming'.
'Resorted' to drone: Body corporate wins case against Paraparaumu unit owner
'Drone wash was not as effective as a manual wash would have been' - tribunal decision.
Surfers encounter orca off Mount Maunganui beach
Two surfers were treated to a friendly encounter with a pod of orcas off Arataki Beach on Sunday morning. Video / Andy Morris
I went adults-only resort hopping in Fiji - here’s what stood out
These resorts take their 'no children' policy seriously.
Dog joining your beach walk? What you need to know
How to protect wildlife from your dog (and keep them safe too).
Stay like a celebrity in Fiji at this adults-only resort
If you Google, 'where the celebrities stay in Fiji', Tokoriki Island Resort comes up.
Before and after footage of Gold Coast beach reveals damage from ex-cyclone Alfred
Before and after footage of Pal beach on thte Gold Coast beach reveals the damage caused by ex-cyclone Alfred. Video / Supplied
‘What an adventure’: Woman sets sailing world record around Northland
Fiona Heenan has set a world record for the longest distance sailed by a woman in a dinghy
Top businessman pulled face-down from surf ahead of TV appearance
Rescuers performed CPR and used a defibrillator before the man was airlifted to hospital.
Court again rejects ministry's management plan for Northland's cray fishery
The judge found the revised proposal did not address an urgent marine crisis.
Man’s body found on Horowhenua beach, police make plea for information
The man was last seen between midnight and 2am on Thursday morning.
Best things to do in Bali beyond sun, sea and cocktails
From a day of silence to gong massage and soul purification.
'Centre of town an eyesore': local on Waiwera, land sale attempt
The owners say someone better acquainted with the 'wellness industry' should buy the site.
‘People should know better’: Conservationists fume as sea lions harassed for social content
There have been instances of sand, rocks and apples thrown at the animals.
Rāhui in place following Maketū death
Emergency services were called to the Bay of Plenty beach on Saturday.
Maketū Beach tragedy: Man washes up dead on the shoreline
Emergency services were called to the Bay of Plenty beach just after 4pm.
Best Beach: NZ’s favourite beaches of 2025 revealed – and Ōhope isn’t one of them
The winners of Best Beach 2025 have been revealed – did your favourite triumph?
House of Travel CEO David Coombes' favourite spots in the city
Every week we ask a well-known Aucklander for their favourite spots in the city.
‘Private speedway’: Vehicles impounded, fines issued after crackdown on beach drivers
Several vehicles were impounded at Karioitahi for violating beach driving rules.
Summer seed gathering sets up future generations of Northland dune plants
Thousands of sand dune plant seedheads are gathered from Northland beaches in summer, and propagated so locals can return the plants to their coastline.
Teen who died swimming at Christchurch beach was about to start university
The popular teen drew a crowd of at least 300 at his tangi.
Teenage boy repeatedly punches octopus in violent attack
A youth was filmed and egged on while he violently attacked an octopus on a Bay of Plenty beach.
'Retool, upskill': Initiative turns beach debris into job opportunities
Slash for Cash is transforming slash into valuable products.
Shut out all the noise in Fijian paradise at this adults-only resort’s new spa
Alanah Eriksen gets a sneak peek at Lomani Island Resort's new wellness centre.
Best Beach 2025: NZ’s top 10 hidden gem beaches – how to vote for the winner
The hidden gem shortlist has been chosen and now you can vote for your favourite.
Best Beach 2025: NZ’s top 10 camping beaches – how to vote for the winner
The results are in for NZ's top 10 camping beaches – vote for your favourite now.
Best Beach 2025: NZ’s top 10 family beaches – how to vote for the winner
The results are in for NZ's top 10 family beaches – vote for your favourite now.