New Zealand‘He died a hero’: Family in shock after father dies trying to rescue son'He went out the way he wanted to go out, protecting his child.'16 Jan 05:58 PM
New ZealandPaddler run over by boat: 'I couldn't be any luckier'The man suffered broken ribs, cracked vertebrae, and a collapsed lung in the incident.16 Jan 01:39 AM
New ZealandOne person airlifted to hospital after Canterbury water incidentEmergency services responded to reports of a water-related incident in Twizel.12 Jan 07:01 AM
New ZealandWatch: Runaway boat nearly runs down Mairangi bay swimmersOne beachgoer witnessed the boat doing “figure of eights” between the flags.10 Jan 04:48 AM
New ZealandDangerous levels of toxic algae found in Hutt River, owners urged to keep dogs on leashA piece of algae the size of a 50 cent coin was enough to kill a dog - council.08 Jan 01:43 AM
New ZealandPolice called to three water incidents in three hoursVessels in Auckland, Taupo and Whangarei Harbour got into trouble.08 Jan 12:47 AM
New Zealand‘A very big heart’: Children’s tribute to mum who died a hero saving daughterSon says Memory Peu died as she lived her life, always putting others' needs first.05 Jan 11:39 PM
New ZealandSearch continues for missing fishermanThe alarm was raised early this morning after man failed to return.29 Dec 07:51 PM
New ZealandTwo swimmers escape death, rescued near Huka Falls on pool toys"We are very fortunate the outcome didn’t end in tragedy on both occasions" - police29 Dec 07:50 PM
New ZealandGrim milestone: Drownings climb to highest in over a decadeWater-related tragedies surpass last year's statistics as males urged to be better.28 Dec 05:20 PM
New Zealand'Alcohol and water don't mix' - police issue safety advice as holiday drowning toll climbsWhether swimming, diving or boating, there are plenty of precautions you should take.27 Dec 07:28 PM
New Zealand'Hectic’ conditions prompt warning for Mount beachgoersLifeguards in Mount Maunganui have been inundated with people needing rescue.27 Dec 05:52 PM
New ZealandWatch: Boat on fire on Lake TaupōThe medium size boat was fully engulfed on Lake Taupō. Video / SuppliedWatch26 Dec 10:03 PM
New ZealandWater a greater risk to swimmers than sharks, surf lifesavers sayThe most dangerous situations continue to come from rips, tides, waves and holes.26 Dec 07:53 PM
New ZealandHoliday heartbreak - three dead in separate drownings across NZTragedy on Boxing Day and early this morning.26 Dec 06:27 PM
New ZealandPerson missing in Christchurch lake after canoe capsizesEmergency services were called to Lake Roto Kohatu at about 6.50pm25 Dec 08:00 AM
New ZealandTrio rescued after dinghy swept nearly a kilometre off Kaikoura CoastThe trio were spotted waving from the water at about 5.40pm today.25 Dec 07:05 AM
New Zealand'It's a Christmas miracle': Boy missing for six hours rescued after clinging to rocksThe 14-year-old boy was taken back to his family safe and uninjured.24 Dec 05:28 PM
New ZealandWoman airlifted to hospital after near-drowning at West Auckland beachPolice were alerted that a woman had not returned from her swim at around 7pm.22 Dec 07:20 AM
New ZealandFocus: How to stay safe around sharks this summerShark expert Dr Riley Elliott explains how to stay safe around sharks at holiday hotspots plus reveals his new app that lets you track sharks in real-time this summer. Video / NZ HeraldWatch21 Dec 04:58 PM
New ZealandLure of free fish driving up drowning statistics - expertsAs the cost of living bites, many can't afford bad weather getting in the way.20 Dec 02:21 AM
New Zealand'All the hallmarks of a drowning in the making': School sentenced for nightmare tripTwo students became trapped in a cave after rough swells knocked them from their kayak.13 Dec 03:20 AM
New ZealandWatch: Boat capsizes in large surf off Manu BayVideo shows the moment a boat capsized in large surf off Manu Bay in Raglan early on Sunday morning. Video / Supplied Watch11 Dec 09:34 PM
New ZealandWatch: Tense moment as boat & trailer almost flip on Auckland motorwayThe swaying boat & trailer was spotted on Auckland's State Highway 20. Video / SuppliedWatch04 Dec 08:54 PM
New ZealandBody found in Wairoa River believed to be missing fishermanThe man had been missing since Wednesday when the dinghy he was in capsized.03 Dec 08:43 PM
New ZealandPolice search for man missing off Waikato coastThree men were fishing when one slipped on rocks, fell into water 25km from Raglan01 Dec 07:06 AM
New ZealandDiver who died at Mahia remembered as a 'hard-working, dedicated and loving' father of twoTipuna Jones, 36, leaves behind a partner and two children28 Nov 08:00 AM
Freight and logisticsGreat catch: Aussie company Jaycar buys BurnscoBoss says he and his sisters are ready to retire from family-run firm.27 Nov 09:07 PM
New ZealandEmergency services responding to incident on Lake WānakaA police spokesperson said someone was possibly missing in the water.24 Nov 06:34 AM
New ZealandPolice suspend search for missing 10-year-old Ryder FerregelSearch efforts ongoing for over two weeks after boat capsize on Manukau Harbour suspended.22 Nov 12:52 AM
VideoMum's water safety message after daughter falls in poolPennie O'Connor shares her family's story, on the eve of Water Safety NZ and Swim Coaches and Teachers New Zealand's SWIMSAFER Week campaign. Video / Supplied Watch19 Nov 04:00 PM
New Zealand'It’s one of the most important things': Mum's swimming lessons plea after tot tumbles into poolSwim classes saved toddler, but half of Kiwi kids are missing out.19 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandEmergency services respond to water incident at Auckland beachRescue agencies responded to a water emergency at Pt Chevalier.17 Nov 02:37 AM
New ZealandDrownings, boat accidents: Why are Kiwis still dying on the water?One group of people accounts for 80 per cent of drowning deaths.16 Nov 04:00 PM
