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'Far too dangerous:' Teen's fatal plunge into swollen river

Jordan Adams had been drinking with workmates when he jumped into a fast-flowing river.

Search underway after man walking dog falls into Manawatū River

Police responded to the scene after reports the man got into trouble in the river.

Councillors opt for higher fees at Kiwa Pools, citing public preference

Kiwa Pools to raise entry fee as 53% prefer higher charges over lower rates.

'Incredibly lucky': Teen swimmer saved after rip at Auckland beach

The swimmer was “in serious distress” but managed to grab hold of the flotation device.

New council catamaran to expand team's maritime patrolling range

Waikato Regional Council’s new $230,00 vessel, Tūtaia, has been launched in Whitianga.

History reborn: Waiwera water slide back in business

Nestled on a hillside at Northland's Lake Edwin sits an iconic piece of New Zealand history ready to open this weekend. Video / Blackhawk Film Production

Getting to capacity: Water safety targeted in Northland as drownings rise

Northland's drowning toll is already high – so what's being done to educate people?

Three hurt in water-related incident

Two of the injured were taken to hospital.

Homeowners warned over potential flooding hot spots

More than $9 million has been budgeted for stormwater improvement in Whangamatā.

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.