New ZealandInterislander deny Peters' claimsInterislander management have refuted claims by NZ First leader Winston Peters that the ferry Aratere has blown an engine on its return voyage from Singapore.19 Jun 08:33 AM
New ZealandSmith: 'Small' risk to Maui's dolphinConservation Minister Nick Smith says the risk to the tiny number of Maui's dolphins from a new block of land listed for oil and gas exploration is 'small'.17 Jun 10:30 PM
New ZealandThe battle for Matiatia Bay"This is Waiheke's Springbok Tour," says John Hawkesby, the bon vivant who has become the mouthpiece of dissent on the former hippie outpost of Waiheke Island.13 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandKayaker capsized during commuteA kayaker who capsized in wild Northland weather last night was embarking on his usual 10-minute commute home from work.10 Jun 03:51 AM
New ZealandBeached Az whale 'killed off' by plasticThe social media phenomenon known as the Beached Az whale has been killed off by its creators to highlight the plight of marine life ahead of World Oceans Day.05 Jun 10:41 PM
New ZealandOrca wow at KawauA long weekend away turned out to be better than expected for Andrea Hegan, who paddled alongside a number of orca whales near Kawau Island on Sunday.02 Jun 10:05 PM
New ZealandMan attacked by sealAn elderly man is in serious condition in hospital this morning after he was ambushed by a seal at a New Plymouth beach.31 May 01:07 AM
New ZealandOcean keeps the secret of missing yachtDanielle Wright's last words to her parents were "bye, see you in three months". But she would never see them again, and a year later mystery surrounds her final days.30 May 05:00 PM
SportBig money tourism fishing within reachThe highly prized sport fish bonefish is found on shallow, clear flats in tropical waters including the islands throughout the Pacific Ocean.29 May 05:26 AM
New ZealandBoat tragedy survivor begs for mercyThe sole survivor of the Easy Rider fishing boat tragedy that killed eight people pleaded with a judge to be merciful during a company owner's sentencing today.27 May 03:49 AM
New ZealandMaui's dolphin danger: 'We're running out of time'The last remaining 55 of world's rarest species of dolphins could disappear within three decades if New Zealand doesn't act now, wildlife advocates say.19 May 02:53 AM
New ZealandHard graft produces a Taniwha built to speedUnderwater sea creatures are not usually a feature of the New Zealand Boat Show, but this year one exhibit is departing from the usual surface dwelling crafts to prove there is excitement below the surface, too.17 May 12:08 AM
New ZealandParents' final goodbye to daughtersThe parents of the German teenagers presumed drowned in Foveaux Strait are returning home and say they know they are leaving their daughters behind.14 May 11:20 PM
New ZealandFloating luxury - for $2.65mIt won't matter if you spill red wine on the shag-pile carpet and white sofas in this $2.65 million luxury launch — it just slides right off the specially made fabric.14 May 05:00 PM
TechnologyJames Cameron: Missing sub 'a tragic loss for deep science'Hollywood director James Cameron is among those lamenting the loss of a robotic research submarine which imploded in the Kermadec Trench.13 May 04:24 AM
Freight and logisticsDeep harbour access key: marine firmsSuperyacht firms say their multi-millionaire customers will sail off to Australian shipyards for lucrative refit and service contracts if Auckland does not develop more deep-water facilities.12 May 05:00 PM
SportRewarding days at sea in abundanceA monster kingfish surprised a party of snapper fishermen last weekend when it swallowed a bait meant for snapper. The 36kg king took the piece of pilchard on a flasher rig by the Noises and was eventually subdued on the light 10kg breaking strain line.08 May 05:00 PM
SportWater temperature key to finding fishSnapper can still be found around Auckland, but they are only in patches and the best way to find them is to look for changes in the temperature of the water.01 May 05:00 PM
Freight and logisticsFalse drop in ferry numbers put down to historical errorAlarming declines in patronage on Auckland ferries have been blamed on a double-counting blooper stretching back to 2011.01 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandBig leg-up for MayDay appealRugby isn't the only thing that matters to former All Blacks coach Sir Graham Henry. The World Cup-winning coach has put out the call for people to help raise funds for training some of the emergency heroes of the sea.30 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandUnderwater treasuresNo one had known just what kind of weapon lay hidden off the coast of the South Island. Behind the unlikely facade of a harmless sea sponge lurked a fearsome cocktail of chemicals that had evolved over billions of years.29 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandBe extravagant with those berley bombsSnapper fishing is still going well as seasons change and fish can be found just about anywhere.24 Apr 04:15 PM
Freight and logistics$190m plan targets superyacht ownersA new partnership between tourism agencies and the marine industry aims to double spending by wealthy superyacht owners and their crew to $190 million a year.20 Apr 05:30 PM
WorldDeputy headmaster found deadThe deputy headmaster, Kang Min-gyu, in charge of the 236 missing students was found dead.18 Apr 10:55 PM
LifestyleOutdoors: Harbours best bet for Easter anglingAnglers looking for a dinner of fresh fish over the long weekend don't have to go past the harbours at the moment.16 Apr 04:15 PM
WorldMH370's 'fighter jet' movesA new report says the missing Malaysia Airlines plane was 'thrown around like a fighter jet' - flying drastic manoeuvres in a bid to dodge radar.13 Apr 10:52 PM
WorldMH370: Robot to tackle sea searchAfter a week of optimism over four underwater signals believed to be coming from the missing Malaysian plane the sea has gone quiet.13 Apr 04:15 PM
New ZealandPublic photograph body in waterA body seen floating in Auckland's Waitemata Harbour was ignored, joked about and photographed, but few people were willing to help.11 Apr 04:15 PM
