New ZealandFerry disruptions as search for missing man continuesHundreds of ferry passengers disrupted tonight while police search waterfront for man.07 Oct 02:47 AM
New ZealandDouble tragedy for family of man who died in Fiordland boating accidentPeter McKenzie was the co-founder of a well-known jet boating company.09 Sep 03:43 AM
WorldKaikōura dolphin scientist dies in California dive boat fireA scientist who completed her masters in Kaikōura was known for having "a smiling face".05 Sep 12:53 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandSeventh brush with death: 73-year-old reckons latest rescue closest one yetSeventh brush with death the closest yet, says rescued man Ross Mead.20 Aug 06:00 PM
New ZealandPregnant NZ woman tells of 'intense and emotional' sea rescueA pregnant NZer and her fiance have been commended for their part in a high-seas rescue.09 Aug 10:28 PM
New ZealandFrancie boating tragedy inspires victim's son to join policeTavita Milford joined police because of how they helped his family when his dad died.02 Aug 05:31 AM
New ZealandCoastguard joins search for boatie missing off HihiSearch will resume this morning for a missing boatie in the Far North.31 Jul 06:27 PM
New ZealandSearch for boatie who fell overboard near HihiMetService reports Doubtless Bay has a gale-force wind warning of 20-35 knots.31 Jul 08:33 AM
New ZealandBoatie drowns after capsize in Hokianga HarbourTragedy after boat capsizes while crossing the bar in the Hokianga Harbour today.11 Jul 02:34 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand15 lost at sea in wartime flying-boat crashTwo wartime Pacific plane crashes at sea, 21 dead, including a New Zealand Army general.23 Jun 07:00 PM
New ZealandBody of missing jet boater washes up on West Coast beachA local fisherman found the body on a remote beach on the West Coast this morning.19 Jun 03:05 AM
New ZealandTerror at sea: Yachties' harrowing 3-day ocean ordealWhen things go wrong, 'there's no time to be frightened', Kiwi expat Forfar Petrie says.17 Jun 07:45 AM
New ZealandFour rescued from drifting raft after abandoning yachtThe four people were all shaken but with only minor injuries.16 Jun 01:00 AM
New ZealandAlmighty bang: Injured Kiwi recalls Venice cruise crash"Walking through the dining room was just chaos, there was stuff all over the place."14 Jun 11:51 PM
New ZealandKiwi tourist dies while snorkelling off QueenslandThe man got into trouble in the water off Lady Elliot Island, about 1.45pm on Monday.06 Jun 02:29 AM
Sport$450k Kiwi yacht abandoned in PacificA racing yacht valued at $450,000 has been abandoned by its Kiwi crew.04 Jun 06:59 AM
New ZealandOne dead, another missing in boating tragedyPolice are searching Lake Hauroko in Southland for a missing person and boat.02 Jun 03:57 AM
New ZealandMissing diver? Hunt for owner of dinghy found at seaNorthland Police are hoping to find the owner to make sure they are safe.22 May 09:33 AM
New ZealandChopper pilot's daring water rescue: 'It felt like an eternity'"You couldn't see more than six inches underwater."18 May 02:00 AM
New ZealandAlarm after person spotted lying on deck of idling boatPolice unit heading out with Harbourmaster to investigate.13 May 06:48 AM
New ZealandWatch: Dramatic life-saving rescue of Auckland kayakerVideo footage from police helicopter shows the man lying motionless in the water.02 May 04:33 AM
New Zealand'Tell my wife I love her': Stranded kayaker rescued from waterThe man was located motionless in the water by Eagle helicopter crew on Tuesday.01 May 06:37 AM
New ZealandMan in serious condition after kayak flipsKayaker retrieved from the water near Titirangi at about 1pm today.30 Apr 03:26 AM
New Zealand'A real gutsy young man': School pays tribute to navy diver Zachary Yarwood"The staff remember Zachary as a lovely young man who was always cheerful."28 Mar 04:50 AM
New ZealandRescued sailor thanks defence force, details dramatic moment 16 months onPhilip van der Mespel's yacht sank 166km east of Norfolk Island on November 18, 2017.27 Mar 11:13 PM
New ZealandBoat propeller death: How teen's fun day turned tragicSix weeks after starting high school, Billy Crabb had already left a mark.11 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandYacht runs aground at Anarake PointThe yacht is expected to be salavaged by Tuesday morning.11 Mar 04:43 AM
New Zealand'We're screwed': Tourists tell of jet boat horror - 'everyone was like scrambled eggs'"My last thought was, we're going to hit these rocks."24 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandOne dead after jet boat crash near WanakaIt is the second serious jet boat accident in Central Otago in as many days.24 Feb 03:20 AM
New ZealandInvestigation continues into jet boating accidentA woman who was suspected to have broken her leg remains in hospital.23 Feb 08:36 PM
New ZealandThai, Canadian tourists injured after jet boat crashPolice and St John crews are at the site in Skippers Canyon.23 Feb 01:28 AM
New ZealandBoaties rescued after becoming distracted by a large fishThe boaties were taken by surprise when their boat overturned off the coast of Marahau.22 Feb 12:49 AM
New ZealandWife grieves for husband killed in kitesurfing accidentLogan Gemming died at Fergusson Park in Tauranga yesterday.21 Jan 12:26 AM
New ZealandCastaways: Divers surface to see boat drifting 1km awayBrothers were diving but found themselves stranded when they surfaced.12 Jan 04:00 PM