Wastewater overflow forces cancellation of swimming leg at kids triathlon event
'It's so disappointing for kids who have been training', says a mother
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The centre has undergone a month of renovations.
Rawhitiroa Memorial Pool stars in new book
Harry Wood loved swimming, and often mentioned going swimming in letters to his family.
Black slimy algae spreads to new beach
Foul-smelling algal blooms boom in warm weather but mysteries persist about their origins.
Kiwi pros go head-to-head for Ironman in Taupō
It's a crowded international field for the men's pro Ironman event in Taupō.
Lost swimsuits almost derail Clareburt's world title
Another world title for New Zealand at the World Aquatic Championships.
'Fobbed off': Man injured on 'horrible' track calls for safety changes
Peter Rawstron says the Waiere Stream is popular but dangerous.
'I'm sorry': Wellington council backtracks on pool and library cuts
One resident was brought to tears during the marathon council meeting.
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Should Kiwi parents employ a professional to teach their kids how to swim?
Fairweather just short of second world title
Erika Fairweather has just fallen short of a second world title in a week.
Erika Fairweather has shot at second world title
The 20-year-old won the 400m title and has set the pace to do the double in the 200m.
'He is the complete man': Former mayor leads tributes to Pat Benson
Pat Benson is remembered for his vision, good nature and selflessness.
Manu mana on show at Hamilton's Waterworld
The Hamilton heats of the Manu Champs last weekend were a success.
Punters flocking to Whanganui East Pool
The pool's end-of-season date is yet to be announced.
'We all thought we would die' Family grateful to swimmer who saved teen
The rescuer was only at the beach that day because his son asked him to go there.
Mahia shark warning issued after mass ‘whale’, dolphin stranding
Several shark species feed on whales and dolphins, including their carcasses.
'Terrible': Huge cost of drowning and water injuries revealed
'Understanding and respecting the power of New Zealand’s waters is crucial.'
'Happened pretty fast': Young lifeguard saves girl caught in rip
The rescue came amid “gnarly sea conditions".
'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.
'Springboard for the region': Splash Planet extends season, could set attendance record
About 79,000 visitors have been through the gates since the park reopened in November.
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.
Mum’s warning after son’s scare at floating obstacle course in Tauranga
'I used all of my strength to push him to the side while trying not to get sucked in.'
Boxing day beach tragedy: Stolen cash, paranoid delusions, and a mystery death
Walkers found thousands in cash strewn across the beach before human remains were found.
Beach activity book about 'engaging senses, admiring beauty'
The 99 ideas are about taking time to observe and explore our local water environment.
Parking 'nightmare': Congestion to remain at 'hidden gem' waterfall
Maraetōtara Falls is a rarity with other waterfalls closed.
Rain makes Auckland beaches unsafe for swimming — again
A brief spell of heavy rain on Monday has once again washed sewage into the Waitematā.
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.'
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.
Swept away by the current: Teen who drowned in river was a poor swimmer
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Hundreds of swimmers set for 'Epic' Lake Taupō event
More than 800 swimmers will dive into Lake Taupō this weekend.