'Cheap politics': Labour fires back at Nicola Willis over ferry budget blowout
Labour finance spokesman Grant Robertson sheds more light on KiwiRail's ferry conundrum.
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Man who died in water-related incident at North Shore beach was young father
Jadi Iolamo has been identified as the young man who died at a North Shore beach.
Unusual shark washes up on Dunedin beach, far from home
The shark is a close relative of great white and mako sharks.
Twelve-metre monster: Rare juvenile shark rescued by beachgoers could grow to be huge, expert says
Perhaps swimmers and beachgoers should be a bit careful this summer.
What the regatta in Jeddah will reveal about AmCup teams
The regatta in Jeddah will consist of nine races across three days.
HMNZS Taupō returns to Whangārei after patrolling for illegal fishing
The navy ship is returning to her home port and will host an open day on Saturday.
Massive liner looks for a new port in a storm
The cruise ship's captain decides Napier's a better bet.
Plan seeks to convert boat ramp to pedestrian access only
Boat ramp has "specific issues" associated with it.
'Game-changer': Major Coromandel project nears completion
The $15.3 million project includes building a new commercial wharf and slipway.
Graeme Hart’s new superyacht revealed after secret construction, Amsterdam trip
Billionaire's megayacht revealed on whirlwind overseas trip.
Whale you wait: Curious orcas temporarily halt wharf work
A family took a swim into Ahuriri for lunch. Perhaps they'll stick around?
$3.7m Auckland waterfront pedestrian bridge breaks
The bridge was built in 2011 for $3.7 million, and was slated as a temporary solution.
'Disaster': Calls for Great Barrier to be off limits for boaties this summer
Experts warn we're on the brink of an environmental disaster for New Zealand.
New Zealand's most controversial marina opens today
About 60 boats are booked to be in to Kennedy Point marina before Christmas.
Australia alleges navy divers likely injured by China's ‘unsafe’ use of sonar
Several militaries have accused China of dangerous actions in the western Pacific.
Experienced professor hopes to boost Waikato University's research profile
Professor Gary Wilson has supervised more than 35 masters and doctoral students.
New ships and cruise routes coming to NZ and Australia in 2024
More and more cruise lines and ships are heading our way for the first time.
Environment Court allows $300m Bayswater marina apartment scheme
The original plans for a 250-residence scheme have been cut savagely to 64 units today.
Medical ship stranded in Fiji with large repair bill
The crew was providing much-needed medical aid to isolated communities in Fiji.
Dozens descend on Waikato lake for marine oil spill exercise
Members of the public are welcome to watch the emergency response training.
Bluebridge Cook Strait ferry forced to turn back after hitting wharf
The hull has been damaged and there is a small hole above the water line.
Breaking down on an Australian road trip: from mishap to pure magic
RV trouble, cyclones, and whale sharks add twists and turns to this Australian road trip.
NZ energy likely to change under National-led government
The energy sector is poised for a reversal of the oil and gas exploration ban.
Police urge Kāpiti Coast residents to check properties for missing kayaker
The kayaker was last seen on Saturday, October 21, paddling out to sea.
Arrival of first new Interislander mega-ferry delayed
KiwiRail is keen to avoid introducing the ferry before Cook Strait’s busy summer season.
Interislander changes refund process as passengers wait six weeks to get money back
A Commerce Commission investigation into the Cook Strait ferry company is ongoing.
'A real game-changer': Navy welcomes special trio
Matawhā, Ururoa and Mako will allow the Navy to go further and faster.
'If in doubt, don't go out': Coastguard warns of dangers of bar crossing
“There’s three types of bars: dangerous, very dangerous and extremely dangerous."
The new Government wants to reveal the skeletons in the old Government’s closet
National will open Labour's closet, revealing the skeletons inside.
Coastguard Hawke’s Bay wins national awards treble
Unit of the Year: Coastguard HB was called out more than 40 times in the year.
'Extremely exciting': Bay set to reap the benefits of busy summer cruise ship season
Tauranga is set to welcome the first of more than 110 cruise ships.
Government puts options on the table for mega ferry blowout
OPINION: A previous cost escalation for the Interislander project was as large as $1b.
Ōhiwa Harbour cruise gives oyster lovers the compete experience
Tio Ōhiwa aims to showcase natural beauty of region, and provide jobs.
The world is his oyster - what it takes to be a young kaitiaki
Noah Edwards was recently the recipient of NRC's Youth Environmental Leader Award.