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Peter Burling reflects on SailGP Auckland leg
Peter Burling reflects on SailGP Auckland leg. Video / NZ Herald
Best seat to watch SailGP: Boys float on Auckland's harbour on picnic table
A group of spectators on a make-shift BBQ table fitted with floats and an outboard motor at the SailGP event 19 January 2025 on the Waitemata Harbour, Auckland Video / Ally Ford
Alinghi Red Bull Racing suffers mast failure
Alinghi Red Bull Racing suffered a mast failure on the eve of the final America's Cup preliminary regatta. Video / America's Cup
'The sort of thing dreams are made of' Rowing NZ Olympic success
A tribute to the success the rowing team from New Zealand experienced during their time at the Paris Olympic Games in 2024. Video / NZ Herald
Kea Kids News: 9-year-old wakeboarding prodigy is headed to the World Champs
Waikato kid Harper is only nine, but she’s already making waves on the wakeboarding scene! Reporter Anne hits Lake Karapiro ahead of Harper’s big trip to the Gold Coast.
9 adrenaline-fuelled adventures in NZ (that don't involve bungy jumping)
When planning future Kiwi family holidays, consider stepping out of your comfort zone.
Team NZ launch their 2024 America's Cup boat
Team NZ members speak about the launch of their 2024 America's Cup boat the Taihoro. Video / Alyse Wright
Waikato River boaties banned from launching at popular Lake Taupō marina
Boaties have to comply with a strict cleaning regime before launching at this marina.
More than just a summer destination: Mount Maunganui is a hidden gem in autumn
There's plenty to see year-round in The Mount.
Te Hāpaitanga — to lift; to raise
Te Hāpaitanga is a holistic coach development initiative enabling more women to pursue and maintain careers in high performance coaching in New Zealand.
Cambridge jetski racer to test new waters at overseas competitions
The 19-year-old has been racing for only 15 months.
Whangamatā Area School scoops up win at inaugural surfing event
The inaugural New Zealand School Surfing Festival was held at Muriwai this week.
Don't know what to do this weekend? Here's what's on in Auckland
You have the whole weekend to try out these epic events happening across Tāmaki Makaurau.
Jet skiers descend on Lake Karāpiro for national champs
About 40 competitors from across New Zealand will take part in the event.
Kiwis named for the 2024 Olympic Regatta in Marseille
Five Kiwi sailors have been named to compete in four sailing classes at the Paris Olympics, as part of the initial sailing squad. Video / Alyse Wright
Kea Kids News: Pain and glory at Great Barrier Island’s 2024 Manu Competition
Otto proves popping manu is not for the weak after a stinging back flop, but what will the judges think? Aotea tamariki are back with an all new year of splash and flash as Kea Kids News reporter Nixie brings us to the annual Manu Competition!
Community hero resuscitates local lifeguard service
The club almost closed due to the effects of Covid-19, but Skill brought it back to life.
'Pacific Island DNA': First-time competitors reflect on Waka Ama Nationals
Thousands descended on Lake Karāpiro and for some paddlers it was their first nationals.
'Voyagers': Waka ama a second home for Pacific people
Pacific paddlers competing at the waka ama nationals say more Pasifika should compete.
From 5 to 82, paddlers at Lake Karāpiro go for gold
The Waka Ama Sprint Nationals have been around since 1990.
Rowers set to grace Clive River for Hawke’s Bay Cup regatta
Rowers from around the country are expected to take part.
Staying safe in the water this summer
GM of Surf Life Saving NZ Northern region Zac Franich gives us his top tips and tricks for staying safe this summer in and around the water. Video / Carson Bluck
First Iwi of Origin surf crown for Ngāpuhi
Iwi of Origin won by Ngāpuhi at the Aotearoa Māori Surfing Titles.
'Falling into disrepair': Demolition begins at Waiwera Thermal Resort
'An ongoing struggle to secure the site against vandalism, which degraded the property.'
Inland surfing in Texas: Waco Surf is making waves!
Surfing? Water sports? RV camping? This Texas water park has it all.
Local Focus: Meet the Taranaki Dragons
Taranaki breast cancer survivors paddle on to the world stage.
SailGP Grand Final: All you need to know as Kiwis eye maiden title
All you need to know ahead of the SailGP Grand Final.