Wellington council investigating more fencing after tragic harbour deaths
More fencing is being looked at to deter people from accessing the wharf edge.
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California researchers attempt ocean climate solution
Seawater can store 150 times more carbon dioxide per unit volume than air.
Send injured skipper your ‘yarns and prayers’
Family are hopeful he will be moved out of critical care within days.
KiwiRail fined $350k after crew member crushed at work
The worker's injury continues to impact his everyday life.
Immigration changes announced for beleaguered ferry services
Four out of five key occupations now have a work-to-residence pathway.
Ports of Auckland turnaround gains speed
The port company is determined to right the wrongs by concentrating on its core business.
Whangārei Marina to follow up with yachties interested in new berths
Auckland Boat Show just the lure needed to attract boaties up north.
Interislander ship out of action until mid-April, but promises Easter passengers will sail
However, other passengers in early April have had their trips cancelled.
Māori activists confront deep-sea mining ship
The Greenpeace activists trying to stop the controversial practice in the Pacific.
Microplastics detected in sea life in Wellington bays
The findings could have implications for our seafood.
Northland electric boat company set to expand
Whangārei electric boat company Naut gets $1.5m funding to expand further.
'Very annoying': Travellers still dealing with ferry cancellations
Frustrated people trying to cross Cook Strait still dealing with cancellations, delays.
Yachties keen to see work start before buying up new berths in Whangārei
Whangārei Marina is exhibiting at Auckland Boat Show over the weekend.
Sharks on tour: Great white conservation research reveals ‘incredible’ journey
The 2.75m great white Daisy has shown up again after going missing for a month.
La Nina, which worsens hurricanes and drought, is gone
Many countries will be breathing a sigh of relief as globe moves to a “neutral” condition.
Sensitive fishing data to be kept from public at appeal hearing
Data on fishing in fragile marine area in the South Island to remain confidential.
Cook Strait drama: What's gone wrong with our ferries?
The ferries connecting the North Island with the South Island have faced myriad problems.
Human remains found in massive shark identified as missing man
Fishermen made the grisly find, but the exact circumstances remain unclear.
Staff member seriously injured by truck on Bluebridge ferry at Wellington wharf
Multiple emergency services have raced to the unfolding incident.
Stranded Cook Strait ferry passengers have ‘strong case’ for payout
Ferry passengers who forked out money over the delays could get it back, Consumer NZ says.
Ticking time bomb: ‘Catastrophic’ problem on Pacific’s doorstep
In 2021, Japan announced plans to dump contaminated water; release date is now close.
Paul Majurey: Reconnecting the public to vacated port land
OPINION: The chair of Eke Panuku stakes a claim for the waterfront.
Why Venice's smaller canals are shrivelling up
From sinking to shrivelling, the Italian city is enduring yet another climate challenge.
Lakes, beaches reopen after cyclone closures - swimmers warned to remain vigilant
People are urged to use beaches with lifeguards on duty and be wary of water quality.
Beaches and lakes reopen after cyclone closures, but swimmers warned to remain vigilant
People urged to be vigilant, and choose beaches where lifeguards are on duty.
Rare pink dolphin and Kiwi snapper among Underwater Photographer award winners
Over 6000 photographs were entered into the contest from the wettest parts of the planet.
'An emotional time': Far North locals rally to try to save stranded whales
One of the whales is believed to have died - efforts to save the remaining four continue.
Who’s in charge? The battle for control of the Auckland port
When Mayor Wayne Brown told the Auckland port company what to do, the company said no.
Reefs 'teeming with life' found on Pātea seabed amid mining case
Niwa says the reefs are rich with thriving plants and animals.
Suspect found in killer sea mystery
Thousands of creatures suddenly washed ashore. Council testing may have found out why.
'Powerful opportunity': Multi-million dollar boat to help revive Hauraki Gulf
Campaign to save the Hauraki Gulf gets a boost from new marine research vessel.
Rebuilding Better: What will NZ agriculture will look like, beyond commodities cycle?
What is New Zealand agriculture going to look like in the decades ahead?
Ship killed sperm whale that beached itself in Oregon
Scientists say a large gash in the whale’s side was caused by a ship.
Cruise cling-ons: Five ships given biofouling warnings by Biosecurity NZ
What's behind the marine alien invasion on the underside of cruise ships?