New ZealandBig push for compulsory lifejacketsA push to make wearing lifejackets compulsory on the Waitemata Harbour to save lives is expected to be strongly opposed by boaties.27 Sep 05:30 PM
New ZealandParties throw spanner in RMA worksUnited Future and the Maori Party have teamed up to block the Government’s major reforms of the Resource Management Act.10 Sep 10:29 PM
New ZealandLifejacket message not sinking inA multi-language campaign to get West Auckland rock fishers to wear lifejackets is struggling to make headway against an undercurrent of risky behaviour.08 Sep 05:30 PM
New ZealandFormer lifeguard: 'I had to help'A former surf lifeguard who stripped down to his boxers to rescue a drowning man is among a handful of Wellingtonians whose bravery was recognised tonight.04 Sep 07:52 AM
New ZealandObjectors focus on sewage riskThe risk of emergency overflows of sewage into the Manukau Harbour for a further 50 years is being highlighted by community groups.18 Aug 05:30 PM
New Zealand'Black Drain' pollution bill trashedA law change to limit how long companies can discharge pollution into New Zealand's waterways has been shot down by a parliamentary select committee.12 Aug 05:30 PM
New ZealandFamily of sinking boat praised for keeping calmA Papakaio family on board a boat that sank on Lake Benmore on Sunday, have been praised for their safety precautions and keeping calm during the ordeal.28 May 03:07 AM
New ZealandAmerica's Cup death fuels safety doubtsConcerns about the safety of the high-tech America's Cup catamarans have increased after a training accident yesterday involving Swedish team Artemis that killed British sailor Andrew Simpson.10 May 05:30 PM
New ZealandEmergency services kept busyThree separate rescues around the country have kept emergency services busy today and prompted a warning for people to be more prepared.30 Mar 04:14 AM
New ZealandThe right man in the right placeAn Auckland man who gave CPR to a toddler found face down in a hot pool has played down his actions.28 Mar 04:30 PM
New ZealandPiha rip claims another two livesThe three young men caught in a "strong unforgiving rip" on Auckland's notorious Piha Beach were wearing jeans and totally unaware of the danger they were in.24 Feb 04:30 PM
New ZealandWhen the boat comes inThey reckon everyone’s looking at us because they think we’re cops. I’m not so sure. I think it’s more that we’re the only boat on the gulf without a fishing rod.16 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandTeen in daring surf rescueWhen a scared child sought help for a man drowning at Omanu Beach, teens Josh Jarvis and Fletcher Swan called on all their lifesaving skills to haul the man to safety.13 Feb 04:57 AM
New ZealandConsumer Watch: Fence still key to stop drowningsA water safety watchdog has questioned the value of a pool alarm system being stocked at New Zealand supermarkets.09 Feb 04:30 PM
New ZealandBoaties saved by lifejacketsLifejackets saved the lives of boaties in two water emergencies as people took to the lakes and seas this weekend.09 Feb 04:30 PM
New ZealandShoreline search for missing boatieSearchers will spend the next two days scouring the shoreline near Bowentown after a man went missing when his boat capsized off the Bay of Plenty coast.29 Jan 08:05 PM
New ZealandBoaties recount rescueTwo boaties have spoken about the moment they came across a family who survived a capsizing that left a father missing off the Bay of Plenty coast.29 Jan 04:30 PM
New ZealandFisherman found upturned boatA Waihi beach fisherman has told of how he found an upside-down boat at Bowentown Heads last night, shortly before a search was mounted for a missing man.28 Jan 11:30 PM
New ZealandMan critical after diveA man is in a critical condition after hitting his head during a dive into Manukau Harbour this afternoon.27 Jan 01:06 AM
OpinionShelley BridgemanShelley Bridgeman: Jetskiers, the boy racers of the seaWhat's your view on jet-skis? Do you love them or loathe them? What measures do you take to stay safe when they're in the vicinity?23 Jan 10:06 PM
