100 new species of marine life found off the coast of NZ
The organism and more than 100 species of marine animals have been found in NZ waters.
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Tides feel the pronounced pull of a new moon
A new supermoon is pulling tides a little higher at the moment.
'Like seeing a UFO': Boaties wowed by close encounter with whale shark
Seven boaties were coming back from the Alderman Islands when they came across the beast.
Incredible footage of Coromandel whale shark encounter
Stunning footage has been captured of a group of people swimming with a whale shark in the Coromandel. Video / Tom Bromhead, Andy Mora, Catie Mora
Hundreds of dead fish found floating in the sea around Auckland
Fisherman finds hundreds of dead snapper floating in the sea, washing up on the beach in Auckland on February 23, 2024. Video / Andrew Barker
Beachfront property at risk of eroding into the sea sells at auction
A buyer has bought the Haumoana property which boast spectacular views - with a catch.
Whangamatā Beach eroded by 15 metres after Cyclone Gabrielle
Matarangi Beach in the Coromandel lost 10 metres
Southland community state of emergency declared, threats to life and homes
Heavy rain and sea swell has caused increased erosion at Bluecliffs.
East Coast lost 10 metres of shoreline from Cyclone Gabrielle
Effects of Cyclone Gabrielle leave East Coast with highest erosion levels in decades.
New Auckland tsunami evacuation maps show lower risk than thought
Auckland Emergency Management says the new maps are also easier to understand.
Inside the grisly birth of Jaws: ‘It’s a novel about a fish, who cares?’
Peter Benchley made a career-saving move by writing Jaws. He lived to regret it.
2024 a make-or-break year for Hauraki Gulf
OPINION: Nearby gulls wouldn't even eat the snapper fillet.
Mahia shark warning issued after mass ‘whale’, dolphin stranding
Several shark species feed on whales and dolphins, including their carcasses.
Luxon announces Cabinet reshuffle, Seymour made Associate Justice Minister responsible for Treaty bill
The Prime Minister says the reshuffle “further clarifies" ministers’ responsibilities.
Editorial: Why it's time to ban cars from Muriwai Beach
A blanket ban was once considered - before Super City amalgamation.
'Be vigilant': Hawke's Bay mother's warning after bluebottle stings child
The Hawke's Bay coast is seeing a resurgence of the stinging creature.
Watch: Mass stranding - desperate attempt to save whales at Hawke’s Bay beach
Locals flocked to a beach in Mahia to try to save the stranded pilot whales.
Togs, togs, $1100 fine: The Napier bylaw that stopped people in bathing suits crossing the road
OPINION: Napier had a prudish past - especially when it came to public bathing.
Fishermen get two-for-one surprise when kingfish spits out kahawai
Murray Wootton and Joe Edlington's videos have gone viral online.
KiwiRail charged after Interislander ferry loses power in Cook Strait
The Kaitaki lost power and came close to running aground in January last year.
Rōpū of 127 paddles from Ngāpuwaiwaha Marae to Whanganui
Te Awa Tupua whānau joined the final leg home.
‘There were thousands’: Bluebottle jellyfish swamp Whanganui beach
'Flush it off with water or a hose, or even in the sea.'
Watch: Frantic mum-to-be protects swimmers as shark stalks holiday hotspot
'You know when someone pregnant runs the distance of a beach it’s time to get out.'
Shark tales: Why sharks come close to shore and what causes them to attack
Sharks, like humans, want to spend their summer days relaxing in the sun.
How sinking land is raising Wellington's sea level rise risk
Scientists have reconstructed nearly two centuries of sea level rise in Wellington region.
Biosensor to protect kaimoana for future generations
A tool that can detect damaging seafood toxins is expected to change aquaculture.
Editorial: Uplifting survival tale also highlights water safety basics
OPINION: Our editorial on the critical issues raised by Will Fransen's survival story.
'Strange bond': Two men's near-identical ordeals surviving alone in the ocean
Rob Hewitt has reflected on his own ordeal of floating alone at sea for 72 hours.
'I just kept staying alive': Man's 24-hour ordeal after falling overboard without life jacket
Will Fransen spent nearly 24 hours drifting in the ocean without even a life jacket.
Orca spotted swimming on its side is not sick, expert says
Orca have been spotted hunting stingrays at popular coastal sites across Northland.
'Glad to see you': First words of man rescued after almost 24 hours in the sea
The man used the reflection of the sun on his watch to catch his rescuers' attention.
Man dies while snorkelling at Auckland's Matakatia Bay
Emergency services were called to the bay around 6.40pm but the man could not be revived.
Japan issues tsunami warnings after series of strong earthquakes
Torrents of water could reach as high as 5m, Japanese public broadcaster NHK TV warns.
Search under way for diver missing in Manuka Bay for hours
The person was one of two people diving at the bay in Canterbury, police say.