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Rowers set to grace Clive River for Hawke’s Bay Cup regatta
Rowers from around the country are expected to take part.
Is cold water really bad for your health?
There are many strongly held beliefs about one of life’s simplest activities.
'It's so big': Swimmers flee water after shark spotted at popular beach
Broadcaster describes dramatic scenes to followers as shark cruises shallows.
One person dies after water-related incident at Bethells Beach
Four people were pulled from the water at Te Henga on Sunday afternoon.
Four young men swept out to sea at Bethells Beach - one in critical condition
Four people were pulled from the water at Te Henga on Sunday afternoon.
A call for responsible driving and water safety
Opinion: A plea for mindful driving and water safety this summer.
People swimming at Auckland’s Mission Bay despite sewage overflow
Friday's downpours have washed sewage and other nasties into the water.
A heartbreaking loss: The tragic toll of summer's waters
OPINION: The incident serves as a stark reminder heading into the summer break.
Jet skier saves lives in water incident
Two children and an adult fetching cray pots were in difficulty after their kayak flipped.
‘I’ve got a family, I cannot die’: Kayaker's warning after surviving plunge into Wellington Harbour
His kayak flipped, his lifejacket broke and his phone sank - how did Chris Casey survive?
Missing boatie found dead after water tragedy in Marlborough this morning
Police were notified this morning.
Water restrictions in a near record-wet year: 'We need to rethink our approach'
Napier, Hastings and Waimārama are now under water restrictions - is this the future?
Two double drownings in five days highlight river dangers, says coroner
Almost two years ago, two drowned in the Manawatū River. Days later, another two died.
Property manager wrong to assume leaking water main was fixed
A property manager believed the leak was fixed, but a $14k proved that wrong.
Pāpāmoa water: Top health official says no cases linked to drinking supply
Water is deemed safe but some locals have linked it to them getting sick.
Southland shark attack victim simply 'unlucky', says mum
The victim's family often spend time in the estuary where she was attacked.
‘Tummy issues’ as up to 20,000 taste 'dirt' in water from new $197m plant
Council says the water is 'safe to drink' and there's no public health issue.
Ultraviolet water treatment plant will cost $1.5m
'Scoping and planning have already started and we’re looking at sizing and units.'
New council leader wants Govt to scrap Te Mana o te Wai freshwater principles
'You can’t be green if you’re not in the black,' says Geoff Crawford.
Whanganui, Rangitīkei, Ruapehu await more details of Three Waters' repeal
The Government plans to repeal Three Waters early next year.
Govt's freshwater reform sparks backlash from 50 experts, leaders
Fifty experts and leaders have urged Govt against reforms of national freshwater rules.
Compulsory checks for Kai Iwi Lakes boaties amid clam threat
The possibility of a gold clam invasion from the Waikato River has kaitiaki worried.
Fixing Auckland Parnell sinkhole sets up extra $60m in repairs to century-old sewer pipe
The Ōrākei Main Sewer is to be relined.
Black flags: Popular Auckland beaches blacklisted due to sewage
Safeswim has advised against swimming the beaches along Castor Bay.
Overflow: Auckland’s Central Interceptor wastewater costs blow out to $1.5b
For many years, Watercare has stuck to a figure of $1.2b for the project.
$1.2 billion Central Interceptor wastewater pipe faces cost blowout
The new cost is expected to be released tomorrow.
Queenstown lifts boil water notice after nearly three months
Residents can go back to using water straight from tap after cryptosporidium outbreak.
Simon Wilson: Wayne Brown's big day - will 'radical' budget draft see light of day?
OPINION: In Auckland's new budget debate, will some councillors just say no to everything?
Sinkhole opens up beneath Wellington street
A section of the pavement has been closed as a precaution.
Ruataniwha dam saga: Does a change of government offer another glimmer of hope?
One of the region's new electorate MPs could be key to the revival of dam concept.
Opinion: Dumping Three Waters for something better
Opinion: Flushing away the unpopular scheme is a chance for something more responsive.
Whanganui-built boat heading to Tauranga for search and rescue role
Construction on the boat began around July last year.
Two more Bay of Plenty orchardists fined for unlawful groundwater use
The growers are among five prosecuted by the Bay of Plenty Regional Council this year.