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.
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More than 800 swimmers will dive into Lake Taupō this weekend.
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The delicate Mermaid Pools used to have up to 1000 visitors a day.
Gracie MacKinlay on Mighty Ape’s record-breaking 2023 sales
MacKinlay says the retailers face a challenging 2024 despite record-breaking sales.
Lifeguards save beached dolphin at Mount, swimmer airlifted off Waihī beach
Plus, 'tonnes of shark sightings' in busy day for Bay of Plenty and Coromandel lifeguards.
Search continues for swimmer missing at Karioitahi Beach
The missing person is one of three who got into trouble in the water.
Surge in shark sightings may be related to El Niño climate shift
'Don’t swim where people are fishing...and avoid swimming at dawn and dusk'.
Four days of fine weather needed for safe swimming after storms
More than 20 beaches were closed around the Auckland region due to contamination.
Auckland lifeguards repeatedly abused by swimmers, told to 'f*** off'
Lifeguards at Auckland beach were subjected to verbal abuse by swimmers.
People swimming at Auckland’s Mission Bay despite sewage overflow
Friday's downpours have washed sewage and other nasties into the water.
Coastline drownings 'a national tragedy' - new report
Surf Life-Saving New Zealand's report looks at NZ drowning toll.
Algal bloom is back in Hawke's Bay, no swimming or shellfish collecting on Cape Coast advised
The bloom off Te Awanga and Haumoana has been tested and the risk of toxicity is low.
More than 90 drowning fatalities forecast by the end of this year
There have been 86 deaths by drowning this year and modelling predicts another six.
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.
Open-water swim tours are surging in popularity. Here's why
Riding the wave of popularity, swimming tours are the latest travel trend to try.
‘Incredibly popular’ beach to greet 60,000 campers over summer
The Abel Tasman park campsite is fully booked from now until mid-February.
In the shallows: Death at Ocean Beach and early rip rescues spark summer warning
The man was identified by police on Monday as 26-year-old Hyuckjun Kown, of Auckland.
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Did the cyclone affect Hawke's Bay's hidden natural hot springs?
The springs are one of the few places left to enjoy thermal pools for free.
Making a splash: An expert's guide to doing the perfect bomb/manu
Those judged as having the best manu could head to the world championships.
Black flags: Popular Auckland beaches blacklisted due to sewage
Safeswim has advised against swimming the beaches along Castor Bay.
Hometown hero targets Ironman World Championships in Taupō next year
All eyes now turn to the Ironman World Championships in Taupō next year.
He went to Bora Bora for a romantic holiday with his wife. He left with a world record
“My wife wasn’t overjoyed," Nick Edwards said of his commitment to the gruelling feat.
'Real people, preventable deaths': Drowning prevention charity wins life-saving Xmas bonus
Drowning Prevention Auckland gets a Christmas grant from Auckland Airport.
Kiwi Olympic medal hopeful to join rivals in Paris buildup
Lewis Clareburt is at the world-renowned aquatic programme at Arizona State University.
Hamiltonians split on $1.7m makeover plans for Wellington Street Beach
Storms and river level fluctuations this year have caused the jetty to collapse.
Top gong for world-class Dunedin swimmer
Swimmer Erika Fairweather takes out top Māori Sports Award.
Flash Planet? Revamped Hastings icon Splash Planet to open on Monday
A fair bit of water will greet guests of Splash Planet on Monday.
‘Really thrilled’: Napier to feature on the world triathlon circuit
Tick off February 24-25 for the triathlon in Napier.
'That felt tough': Erika Fairweather books third World Champs spot
The Ngāi Tahu swimmer, 19, has already qualified in two other events for the world champs.
Water quality at Castlecliff Beach above the rest in Whanganui
The majority of swimming spots in Whanganui had poor-quality water.
Rāhui placed after triathlon death to be lifted today
Respects have been paid after a swimmer died off Napier on Saturday.
IronMāori heartbreak: All respect after Napier tragedy
A rāhui was put in place for two days off Ahuriri.