Council issues boil water notice for Foxton Beach
The council said the water network is likely safe but issued the notice as a precaution.
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New project aims to improve VHF, cell coverage after tragic fishing deaths
A new cell tower for Mahia Peninsula would cost about $1.5 million.
One of Auckland’s most popular beaches declared safe after sewage overflow
This morning, there was a very high illness risk for anyone swimming at the beach.
Missing Kaikōura snorkeller found dead in water by rescue crews
The death will be referred to the coroner.
Plane deployed in search effort for man swept off rocks into Manukau Harbour
It has been 36 hours since the man was swept off the rocks while collecting shellfish.
Inside the Westpac rescue helicopter
Inside the Westpac rescue helicopter with the NZ Herald. Video / George Heard
Midnight Search for Missing Fisherman at Nine Pin
Last night, Papakura Coastguard volunteers along with Titirangi Volunteer Coastguard were paged at midnight to assist in the search for a fisherman reported missing off the rocks.
Experts warn shallow aquifers increase vulnerability to contamination on East Coast
Survey reveals aquifer depths of 5m-48m, raising concerns about future water availability.
Body of missing Auckland boatie found in Manukau Harbour
The body was recovered by the Police National Dive Squad.
Family keep vigil as police divers search for missing boatie in Manukau Harbour
A survivor raised the alarm after the boat sank near Puketutu Island.
Boatie swam to shore after capsize, search resumes for one missing
A survivor raised the alarm after the boat sank near Puketutu Island.
Opinion: Seine Olympic water woes and NZ's wastewater infrastructure
OPINION: Expensive work on wastewater infrastructure can result in closed beaches.
Kiwi captain grilled by Italian police, divers recover more bodies from superyacht
The body of tech boss Mike Lynch is reportedly among those recovered.
Revealed: Kiwi captain of sunk superyacht 'well respected' sailor
Cutfield broke his silence to Italian media earlier, saying they 'didn’t see it coming'.
Kiwi lawyer's employer speaks out after tragic yacht sinking
Ayla Ronald was among the 15 survivors of the Bayesian, which sank in rough seas.
‘Forever chemicals’ found in Sydney drinking water
Possible cancer-causing chemicals at levels that exceed overseas standards.
Dangers of inner harbour swimming raised as bylaw passed
The danger of swimming in the inner harbour and how to enforce prohibiting it was raised.
Wastewater discharging into Wellington bay after pipe breaks
Eastbourne residents are being asked to reduce their use of toilets and showers.
Lifeguards aren't babysitters: Coroner's warning after pool tragedy
Pool staff had acted appropriately and Ranger’s death could have been prevented.
Brassed: Town discovers surprise contamination source
Residents in the town should know by Friday if they can resume using the tap water.
'Not acceptable:' Someone dies at Wellington's waterfront every 1.7 years
But, the city council still has to finalise funding for waterfront safety improvements.
Winter swimmers warned of 'cold water shock' as mid-year drowning toll revealed
'Taking on one large breath of water is enough to prove fatal.'
World Drowning Prevention Day
Water Safety NZ chief executive Daniel Gerrard says 'the power is in prevention'. Video / Water Safety New Zealand
'Genuine Kiwi bloke': Police name man who died on fishing trip near Whakaari
His funeral will be held in Rotorua on Friday.
Winter water safety warning as Northland's drowning deaths climb
Four drownings in Northland already double 2023 total for same time of year.
Whangārei swimmers raising funds for Coastguard in Big Swim
The group are swimming 466km in a bid to raise more than $6000.
Police 'incredibly frustrated' after hoax mayday call in Northland
Emergency services spent three hours searching for the vessel.
Body found in search off Whakaari/White Island, believed to be man who went overboard
Police earlier said the missing person was one of four on the vessel.
Person overboard may have been missing since midnight, search under way near Whakaari/White Island
Flight radar shows a rescue helicopter traversing the area.
Watch: Large whale capsizes boat in US, two people launched overboard
"It’s kind of a miracle that I’m alive," one of the men aboard the boat said.
'Metres from sea': Dover Samuels calls island pool fence rule too bureaucratic
Kaumātua Dover Samuels says the Motukawaiti Island pool is right next to the sea.
King's counsel barrister v Auckland Council over Point Wells seawall: who won?
Issues from the case have wider implications: Auckland has a vast 3200km of coastline.
Interislander ferry Aratere docks at Picton Harbour after grounding
The stricken Aratere ferry has docked at Picton Harbour tonight after running aground on Friday night. Video / NZ Herald
'A mum's worst nightmare': Tributes for Kiwi surfer missing off Australian beach
The father of three hasn't been seen since Friday.