Evacuation after oil spill on boat in central Auckland
Five hundred litres of oil has been spilt.
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Beachgoers persistently putting themselves in danger, say surf lifesavers
A dozen people were rescued or helped around Auckland and Northland yesterday.
Hot 'blob' off New Zealand is growing
Patch of water bigger than New Zealand has temperatures six degrees warmer than average.
Ferry terminal kept open despite 'concerning' seismic status
A 2012 report put Wellington's Interislander arrivals terminal at just 23 per cent of NBS.
Supreme Court rejects Sealegs' application
Amphibious boat manufacturer appeal won't go to Supreme Court.
Waiheke Island marina re-hearing application denied
A re-hearing application by SKP has been denied.
Ports of Auckland has to move, says Jacinda Ardern
Ports of Auckland has to move, says the Prime Minister, but where and when is not known.
Child survivor's letter reveals eerie final moments on Titanic
An unearthed letter has given a rare insight into the chilling final moments aboard.
Napier's National Aquarium options: $77m rebuild or shut down
State of aquarium shows massive $77 million project is needed to save it, mayor says.
Port plan to dredge 2.5 million cubic metres from Waitematā Harbour
It comes as debate intensifies over the future of the port.
Celebration of two ocean-voyaging traditions
Tuia 250 journey felt like a joint celebration of two ocean voyaging traditions.
Diver found unresponsive near Channel Island, Hauraki Gulf
The diver's buddy called emergency services after finding him unresponsive.
Contaminated SkyCity fire water results due tomorrow
About 27 million litres of water was used to tackle the blaze.
'We need to be better': Biologist's plea after Owha shooting
There are still no leads over who shot Auckland's celebrity leopard seal.
$5000 reward offered: Who shot Owha?
Waitematā's leopard seal Owha is breathing from one nostril after being shot in the face.
Watch: Surprising video of orca family up close
Family of three orcas captured riding alongside bow of a yacht near Cape Rodney.
Shot: Famed Auckland leopard seal Owha injured, firearm suspected
Beloved Auckland Harbour seal shot in face, says researcher.
Before and after: Photos reveal SkyCity fire's devastation
Impacts of contaminated water and toxic smoke continue as the flames die down.
Yacht tragedy: Watch how rescuers overcame giant waves to save trio
Photos of a dramatic sea rescue near Cape Brett show just how rough conditions were.
Has the (fan) worm turned?
A year after only one invasive fanworm was found in Ōpua Marina, a search finds 1013
Boat tragedy: 'I received the news no parent should ever receive'
Father's "heart dropped" when he found out his 6yo boy was missing in the water.
'Worst day of my life': Mum of 6yo who died in boating tragedy
Nekko Paul Haworth, 6, has been identified as the boy found dead at Havelock Marina.
Body found on boat in Mount Maunganui
A man has been found dead on board and another man has been located onshore nearby.
Covering climate now: A bird on the brink
With a population of 45, this species is at the brink. Climate change may push it over.
Epic voyage: Celestial navigators in Tauranga after sailing from Tahiti
Double-hulled sailing canoe Fa'afaite arrives in Tauranga Harbour after an epic trip.
Young Christchurch mosque vigil organiser recognised
Engineer Sir Ron Carter was awarded the premium 2019 Blake Medal.
Kaikōura dolphin scientist dies in California dive boat fire
A scientist who completed her masters in Kaikōura was known for having "a smiling face".
'Ghost divers' go fishing for rubbish
"Ghost divers" are set to launch a huge clean-up off Okahu Bay this weekend.
$400k boost to Hauraki Gulf shellfish stocks
Funding to restore shellfish beds lost through over-fishing and degradation of land.
The huge killer whales were spotted off Hooks Bay, Waiheke
The huge killer whales were spotted off Hooks Bay, Waiheke. Video / Mark Fuller
'Operating like a bunch of cowboys': Ferry service reaches 'peak failure'
"There is no competition and they are being left to get away with murder."
Seventh brush with death: 73-year-old reckons latest rescue closest one yet
Seventh brush with death the closest yet, says rescued man Ross Mead.
Actor petitions Government to help Māui dolphin
She's delivered a petition calling for greater protections for the endangered mammals.
Baby sea mammal that captured hearts dies consuming plastic
The young dugong was named Marium after marine biologists found her orphaned and lost.