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New Zealand's most controversial marina opens today
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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
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Environment Court allows $300m Bayswater marina apartment scheme
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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
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Police urge Kāpiti Coast residents to check properties for missing kayaker
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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
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'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
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Government puts options on the table for mega ferry blowout
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Ōhiwa Harbour cruise gives oyster lovers the compete experience
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‘Disgusted’: Two-and-a-half-year Waiheke protest camp draws fire
Auckland Council says it is taking enforcement action against the Pūtuki Bay camp.
Government announces six new South Island marine reserves
The new reserves will increase protection around the mainland.
Hopes for speedy recovery for turtle missing flipper
A rare black sea turtle with only three flippers has washed up on a Northland beach.
One dead as cruise ship comes to aid of NZ yacht in distress
New Zealand-flagged sailing ship Second Life sent a distress call at 7pm on Sunday night.
Whangārei's lengthy and impressive maritime history to feature in new festival
The Whangārei Maritime Festival is set to showcase city's extensive marine history.
Dire Strait: Decision delayed on mega ferry terminal cost blow-out
Ministers won't say whether the issue will be resolved before the upcoming election.
Super-spreading scourge to be sucked from seabed in new trial
Officials will use suction dredging against the high-risk seaweed in new Aotea trials.
'Slack practice': Fisher trawled in zone protecting threatened dolphins
Warrick Harris 'should have known better' when he trawled in the prohibited zone 19 times.
‘Upsetting and horrific’: Young sea lion shot and killed
DoC investigating attack on female sea lion in "nationally vulnerable" population.
How much dropping its 's' will cost Port of Auckland in rebranding
Port of Tauranga has also unveiled its first new-look brand in 25 years.
'Magnificent creature': Dead whale washes up on Auckland beach
An estimated 30-40 people from surrounding houses and suburbs have come down to see it.