‘Swimming for our lives’: Drowning death toll tracking up since 2018
Since the start of summer, 32 people have drowned in New Zealand.
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Piha drowning pair couldn't swim, didn't realise beach wasn't patrolled
The two young men were swept into the ocean and lost their lives on Saturday.
Plans for more surf patrols, extended hours and season at Auckland beaches
The last five seasons have been exceptionally busy at Auckland beaches.
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Surf Lifesaving seeking $455,000 from Auckland Council
Six people have drowned in the Auckland region since last Friday.
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Dramatic rescue attempt witnessed by crowded beach after man pulled from water.
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To lose a couple like that is 'heartwrenching', the United Piha Surf Lifesaving boss says.
‘Our lifeguards are devastated’: 52 try to save pair who family say couldn’t swim
To lose a couple like that is 'heartwrenching', the United Piha Surf Lifesaving boss says.
Raglan lifeguards carry out mass rescues amid tragic weekend on water
Groups of 13 and 16 people were rescued by lifeguards at Raglan yesterday.
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'Absolute tragedy': Lifeguard begs people to swim between the flags after deaths, rescues
The search continues for a person who got into difficulties at Oputere Beach.
'A ridiculously high number': 130 rescues and assists in one day
Bay surf lifesavers rescued swimmers and assisted another who got into difficulties.
Four leave hospital after Raglan group rescue - 3 pulled from water unconscious
Emergency services responded to the incident near Marine Parade.
Seven rescues in a week leave Hawke’s Bay lifesavers wary of New Year beach swim rush
So far the shift from Marine Parade to Ahuriri is paying off.
'Alcohol and water don't mix' - police issue safety advice as holiday drowning toll climbs
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'Hectic’ conditions prompt warning for Mount beachgoers
Lifeguards in Mount Maunganui have been inundated with people needing rescue.
Fisherman’s leg nearly amputated in horrific accident with boat propeller
"I clicked that if I don’t stay awake there’s a good chance I’ll never wake up again.”
Lifeguards to move from dangerous beach in bid to stop people swimming there
Marine Parade Beach in central Napier is being deemed unsafe for swimming.
Shark attack victim's final moments revealed
Coroner recommends drones be deployed by lifeguards at beaches.
Epic, secret Aussie wave pool confirms public opening
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17-year-old had just finished exam before she drowned at Auckland beach
She called for help as she was dragged away but was found dead shortly after.
'Just his hair was above the water': Man moments from death when pulled from waves
Young surf lifesaver sounds warning as summer beach patrols begin in upper north.
Off-duty lifeguard and friends save man's life at Kai Iwi Lakes
A man in trouble in the water was dragged out and given CPR at Kai Iwi Lakes.
Surf lifesaving club in danger of closure if new building cannot be funded
The Paekākāriki Surf Lifeguards need to raise $5 million for their new clubrooms.
Official opening for new Karekare Surf Club
Opgraded Karekare Surf Club facilities officially opened.
Fisherman missing after being swept off rocks
Family and friends have been searching for the man alongside emergency services.
Uretiti Beach not patrolled despite being known drowning hot spot
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Surfer rescued in Far North after being knocked out on rocks
The man needed to be resuscitated twice.
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'Pretty raw': Iwi blessing planned at Muriwai Beach for dead skydiver
Ceremony an opportunity for the rescuers to meet members of the skydiving community.