'Our cultural value is immeasurable': City bridge installations mooted
"A city that is proud of the heritage of mana whenua will attract more tourism."
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Huge turnout for Hui-ā-Motu 'no surprise'
Whanganui iwi travelled to Tūrangawaewae just “to be there”.
West Coast state of emergency lifted, SH6 reopens
The region prepared for what was expected to be torrential downpours overnight.
Watch: State of emergency declared from Hokitika to Haast as West Coast weather intensifies
A heavy rain red warning is in place for Westland until Saturday morning.
Rōpū of 127 paddles from Ngāpuwaiwaha Marae to Whanganui
Te Awa Tupua whānau joined the final leg home.
Hot El Nino summer causing more algal blooms in NZ's rivers, lakes
Swimmers are urged to be on the lookout for potentially toxic algal blooms this summer.
'Nick of time': Group using plastic bottles to float down Waikato River prompt police warning
Police have renewed their warnings about lifejackets after another near-miss.
Drownings in Waikato lead to call for action
The region saw a significant increase in drownings in 2023, according to a new report.
Two double drownings in five days highlight river dangers, says coroner
Almost two years ago, two drowned in the Manawatū River. Days later, another two died.
'Brilliant man' who died rafting on Mohaka River named
Alex Scarrow had helped many in a remote community through the challenges of the cyclone.
Rafting death on Mohaka River in Hawke’s Bay
A raft tipped while going down the Mohaka River.
Govt's freshwater reform sparks backlash from 50 experts, leaders
Fifty experts and leaders have urged Govt against reforms of national freshwater rules.
State Highway 4 retreat project expected to be finished soon
It is the last major repair to be completed on Parapara Rd after the June 2015 floods.
Opinion: Fighting fires, preventing floods - the case for a dam has never been stronger
OPINION: Gabrielle then wouldn't have caused as much damage in CHB, Tim Gilbertson argues.
The Wairoa River - when the mouth opened, it all went
Police knocked on doors to wake families to alert them to the dangers of the rising river.
Missing person named as dead man found near mouth of Mohaka River
The 19-year-old from Te Awamutu was reported missing over a month ago.
Taranaki rivers all fail long-term water monitoring tests for E. coli
The results of individual water tests during the 2022-23 season are less grim.
Council paying for 'reactive' riverbank approach
“Something needs to be done and we need to be informed."
S.S. Catherine: A luxury European cruise along the Rhône River
Wine and dine on the river line: a Uniworld experience from Burgundy to Provence.
Giving back to the community important to Ōtaki farming family
Max Lutz and his family have been heavily involved in the community.
'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."
Gold clams: Bay of Plenty launches new QR code for lake users
Meanwhile, Biosecurity NZ has committed more than $2 million to manage the clams.
Uncertainty over water reforms key theme at Wellington conference
Water industry gathers to gauge reforms proposed by incoming government.
Coromandel Peninsula gets Government boost for flood protection
More funds have been secured for Coromandel flood protection.
Kowhai Park fire considered suspicious
Hours after the initial fire was put out, a second fire ignited further up the riverbank.
Riverton man found dead after being swept away in river
The 20-year-old man was swept away near the Monowai Lake Rd, in Blackmount.
'E. coli is spread right down the region': New data highlights biggest issues with Northland's rivers and lakes
A new report highlights the biggest problems facing Northland rivers and lakes.
A voyage through time: Top river cruises for a deep dive into world history
When history calls, set sail aboard these cruises.
Lost council project resurfaces
"If you go down there on a Saturday, it’s quite busy and it’s quite dangerous.”
Swollen river traps group at Remutaka Forest Park hut
A cold and wet tramping party activated a locator beacon when river levels started rising.
Huge tracts of land retired, fenced or planted to protect Waikato rivers
Massive private and council efforts have gone into protecting Waikato waterways.
New strategy to be unveiled for Whanganui River
Decision-makers will be required to pay particular regard to the new strategy.
Te Arawa mobilising to beat invasive pest
The invasive clams were first found in April and originated in Asia.