
Auckland’s scratchy ‘sea lice’ problem spreading
Swimmers have reported itching, rashes or red spots after entering the water in Auckland.
Swimmers have reported itching, rashes or red spots after entering the water in Auckland.
The warning comes after multiple shark sightings on the North Island's east coast.
Ron Murray's wife Jill described him as a 'man of many talents'.
'We were simply asking her to be respectful.'
Contractors have made fast progress in removing latest debris buildup on city beaches.
Niwa says this year's warmer waters are proving ideal conditions for sea lice.
'They look like angry chickenpox', said one concerned mum.
One person warned people of a 'nude creep masturbating out in the open'.
If you were walking along the beaches last summer, you might have met Fletcher Munsterman.
Emergency services were called to the scene shortly after 3pm.
Chris Service was fortunate enough to have his drone up at the right time when he saw it.
Chris Service videoed a large shark cruising in the shallows near surfers and swimmers at Ōhope beach on December 28. Video / Chris Service
'Dozens of people raced out of the water,' one witness said.
Whiritoa closed intermittently on Friday and Waihī shut for a stretch on Christmas Day.
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Keira Hayidakis, 18, fought off rough waves and strong currents to save two children.
'Someone else has been hurt because of owners who can’t control their dogs.'
The rise in deaths is a worry, Water Safety chief executive says.
Police stopped the car due to complaints about driving by members of public.
Lifeguards were cooking on the barbie when they had to rush to save a mum and three sons.
One is taken out of the water semi-conscious after three kids and an adult hit trouble.
Project Jonah said they would welcome volunteer help.
Six whales died and one was euthanised after being beached on Tasman's Golden Bay again.
The 'floating resort' will take you to absolute paradise.
The top 5 cleanest and dirtiest Auckland beaches revealed.
More importantly, the famous beach will again be accessible by foot.
The track to the world-famous beach was badly damaged last year.
Unorthodox house perched on a V-shaped concrete plinth.