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
New ZealandPartner of man buried in sand dune posts message as warning signs go upKane Watson was digging a hole in the dunes at Muriwai Beach when it collapsed on him.02 Sep 06:25 AM
PremiumPremiumWorldRipped off for a beach day in the sunNew York Times: As the temperatures rose so did public and political tempers on the issue.24 Aug 06:00 PM
New ZealandMan was digging a hole when sand dune collapsed on top of him at MuriwaiA couple first on the scene said the man was fully buried in the collapsed dune. 23 Aug 11:30 PM
New ZealandPerson critical after sand dune collapse at popular Auckland beachThey were airlifted to hospital in a critical condition.23 Aug 06:47 AM
Black FernsWhich Black Fern are you? Take our quiz to find outWhich Black Fern are you?18 Aug 11:29 PM
New ZealandMorning swim turns into 'adventure' after special wildlife encounterA resident shouted to get the attention of the two women, then they saw the black dorsal.13 Aug 05:05 AM
WorldBritish woman missing in Greece 'also disappeared in 2020'Michele Bourda, 59, vanished from Ofrynio beach near Kavala last week.07 Aug 07:31 PM
New ZealandSurfer spotted at Christchurch beach despite tsunami warningA person has been spotted surfing at Scarborough Beach despite a national tsunami warning. Video / SuppliedWatch31 Jul 02:57 AM
Lifestyle'Speechless': Woman's lost engagement ring miraculously found with stranger's helpDiana lost her treasured ring while collecting water samples in the Waiuku mudflats. 14 Jul 07:00 AM
New ZealandSecond venomous sea snake washes ashore in CoromandelThese snakes are highly venomous – the public and pets should keep clear.12 Jul 06:00 AM
WorldSouth Australia ‘under attack’ as coastal waters turn toxicThere are calls for a national disaster to be declared.08 Jul 12:52 AM
New ZealandWatch: Residents spots orca at Takapuna Beach 'literally' 2m awayOne orca was spotted closer to shore, and then another big fin popped up.29 Jun 05:20 AM
TravelThis beach is the most complained about in the worldWhat makes a bad beach? Turns out we do.13 Jun 08:00 PM
New Zealand'Attenborough would be mortified': Six tonnes of coral bycatch off ChristchurchExperts said incidents involving such a large amount of coral being caught are rare.10 Jun 05:00 PM
Travel newsTop travel deals across Asia, the Pacific, and EuropeTravel the world for less with this week's deals. 09 Jun 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Heartbreaking' spill litters Hauraki Gulf beaches with thousands of plastic beadsOnly half of NZ plastic firms use measures to prevent nurdle spills.04 Jun 05:00 PM
TravelThis Queensland beach town offers holidays with nature right on your doorstepThe coastal spot is full of quiet charm that makes for the perfect quaint escape. 28 May 07:00 AM
New ZealandVehicle dwellers spark tension at beachside community Residents claim vehicle dwellers make the Onerahi foreshore unsafe.16 May 05:00 PM
SportOn The Up: Jim Coe personifies Mr CountiesJim Coe has played a key role in helping Karioitahi Beach get a new surf club.12 May 08:03 PM
New Zealand64 Auckland beaches flagged as unsafe for swimmingAll but five beaches in Auckland's inner harbour have been flagged as unsafe to swim at.11 May 05:52 AM
TravelFirst-timer's guide to Phuket: The island with something for everyoneBest known for its beaches and nightlife, Thailand’s largest island offers so much more.10 May 09:00 PM
New ZealandPrevention pays off: Lifeguards make waves with fewer rescuesThere were just 29 rescues at Bay beaches this summer.10 May 05:00 PM
TravelThe NZ beach named among the world's 50 best for 2025Three Australian beaches made the list this year but the Coromandel spot is NZ's only one.29 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandQuiet summer for Northland beaches as water safety efforts take holdSurf club patrols wrapped up last weekend and will restart on Labour weekend.25 Apr 12:00 AM
New Zealand'Dangerous conditions': MetService warns Easter weekend beachgoersDozens of beaches across Auckland and Northland are marked 'unsuitable for swimming'.18 Apr 07:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusiness'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.14 Apr 10:17 PM
New ZealandPair’s desperate bid to pull unresponsive paddler to safety'It looked like a bag floating at first, but then I knew it wasn’t a bag,' a rescuer said.08 Apr 06:00 AM
New ZealandRed Beach rescueHarlem Scalabrini describes how he tried to rescue a drowning man off Red Beach, north of Auckland.Watch08 Apr 04:23 AM
TravelA backpacker, a bar, and a promise in Bali: Kiwi shares wild 16-year love storyThe couple’s meet-cute was anything but ordinary.05 Apr 06:00 PM
New ZealandNearly 70 Auckland beaches unsafe for swimming after atmospheric riverAround 60 beaches have red flags; seven are black-flagged for severe risk.05 Apr 02:34 AM
TravelKids too old for kids club? Take them to this island paradiseCreate lifelong memories with the family at this unique pacific spot.29 Mar 05:00 PM
New ZealandHundreds of fish beached at Ninety Mile Beach due to predator chaseExperts advise caution, saying beached fish may be unsafe to eat.23 Mar 11:00 PM
