New ZealandBaby sharks found in Far North rock pools after strong tidesBaby sharks have been spotted in rock pools near Ahipara, drawing local interest.17 Jan 03:00 AM
New ZealandShark spotted at Whangaumu Bay in Tūtūkākā CoastA shark was spotted at Whangaumu Bay on Saturday and on Sunday a man had a rendezvous with a 5m great white in Tamaterau near Parua Bay. Video / Masey HammannWatch14 Jan 11:00 PM
New Zealand13-year-old boy died after falling from cliffs in HāheiPeople are still accessing Cathedral Cove via a closed walking track after a young boy on holiday with family at Hāhei fell from the cliffs. Video / Al WilliamsWatch14 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandHow to avoid common summer injuries at the beach and beyondNorthlanders urged to be mindful as summer injuries soar, costing millions in ACC claims.12 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandAuckland’s scratchy ‘sea lice’ problem spreadingSwimmers have reported itching, rashes or red spots after entering the water in Auckland.10 Jan 10:20 PM
New ZealandSwimmers urged to stay alert after recent shark sightingsThe warning comes after multiple shark sightings on the North Island's east coast. 10 Jan 09:46 PM
New Zealand'Mission accomplished': Author Ron Murray dies three days after receiving copies of final bookRon Murray's wife Jill described him as a 'man of many talents'.10 Jan 06:00 PM
Kahu‘Uneducated cannibals’: Racial abuse, assault alleged after woman asked to leash dog'We were simply asking her to be respectful.'10 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandBeach cleanup progress, Thursday fires, weather impacts grape harvestContractors have made fast progress in removing latest debris buildup on city beaches.10 Jan 01:05 AM
New ZealandPopular Auckland city beach now on sea lice watchlist: Swimmers at Mission Bay, Waiheke Island cautionedNiwa says this year's warmer waters are proving ideal conditions for sea lice.09 Jan 07:49 PM
New ZealandBeachgoers ‘mauled by sea lice’ as swimmers covered in rashes'They look like angry chickenpox', said one concerned mum. 08 Jan 11:45 PM
New Zealand‘Creep’: Police receive report of Auckland beachgoer masturbating in publicOne person warned people of a 'nude creep masturbating out in the open'.08 Jan 04:42 AM
New ZealandProtecting kids and penguins - why Auckland has a beach dog wardenIf you were walking along the beaches last summer, you might have met Fletcher Munsterman.07 Jan 11:06 PM
New Zealand'This huge tail came whipping out of the water': Man critically hurt in stingray attackEli Carroll saw the water filling with blood and knew he was in trouble.07 Jan 01:41 AM
New ZealandDomestic tourists dominate Northland’s bustling summer beach sceneNorthland beaches packed with tourists, drawing crowds from near and far.03 Jan 05:00 PM
New ZealandPerson seriously injures spine jumping from notorious wharfEmergency services were called to the scene shortly after 3pm.02 Jan 08:08 AM
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New ZealandWatch: The shark that cleared Ōhope BeachChris Service was fortunate enough to have his drone up at the right time when he saw it.29 Dec 10:49 PM
New ZealandDrone footage of large shark at Ōhope beachChris Service videoed a large shark cruising in the shallows near surfers and swimmers at Ōhope beach on December 28. Video / Chris ServiceWatch29 Dec 06:48 PM
New ZealandHoliday hotspot beaches close after separate shark sightings'Dozens of people raced out of the water,' one witness said.28 Dec 04:11 AM
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
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New Zealand‘They were smashed everywhere’: Teen rescues kids swept into ‘violent’ surfKeira Hayidakis, 18, fought off rough waves and strong currents to save two children.20 Dec 05:00 AM
New ZealandWoman mauled by dogs upset after child attacked on same beach two weeks later'Someone else has been hurt because of owners who can’t control their dogs.'20 Dec 03:51 AM
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 Zealand'More rescues': Swells spark rip warning for holiday hotspotsIt comes as holidaymakers begin flocking to eastern beaches.17 Dec 06:03 PM
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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 Zealand353 undersized pāua to be returned to the sea, divers to face chargesPolice stopped the car due to complaints about driving by members of public.11 Dec 02:46 AM
New ZealandWould be dead today: 11yo owes his life to off-duty lifeguards in dramatic rescueLifeguards were cooking on the barbie when they had to rush to save a mum and three sons.07 Dec 06:00 AM
New Zealand‘Mass rescue’ at Port Waikato beach after kids caught in ripOne is taken out of the water semi-conscious after three kids and an adult hit trouble.06 Dec 07:44 AM
New ZealandDozens of whales restrand in Golden Bay, despite refloating effortsProject Jonah said they would welcome volunteer help.03 Dec 04:45 AM
New ZealandSeven more whales dead after becoming re-stranded in TasmanSix whales died and one was euthanised after being beached on Tasman's Golden Bay again.02 Dec 06:29 PM
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