New Zealand'Dead in water for hours': Man found in Whangamatā harbour identifiedThree serious beach incidents occurred this afternoon.01 Jan 03:05 AM
New ZealandOur grim toll: Drowning deaths reach four in three daysThe water is incredibly inviting and incredibly unforgiving, water safety boss says.28 Dec 03:00 AM
New ZealandDrowning tragedy: 'It all happened so fast'A splash in the surf ended in heartbreak.27 Dec 08:46 AM
New ZealandSon's grief for father: 'It still feels raw and surreal'A Whangamata resident has died in a boating accident over the weekend.13 Nov 07:29 AM
New ZealandMan found dead after Coromandel boating accident namedAlwyn Keith Klein, known as Keith, was a 73-year-old who lived in Whangamata.11 Nov 04:31 AM
New ZealandLifeguards recognised for 'ballsy' rescues which saved lives"They certainly saved lives."01 May 06:00 AM
TravelDisappearing baches of the CoromandelLocals fear for the future of the area's iconic holiday homes.07 Apr 08:24 PM
InvestmentHoliday hotspots: Inside the bach boomProperty price rises at resort towns outstrip city increases.29 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandWhangamata home invasion: Police closing in on offendersA man was hospitalised after a home invasion in Whangamata.31 Dec 12:36 AM
SportSurf's up: A dance with deception at the Whangamatā BarWhen the Whangamatā Bar is working, it's a world-class break. But it isn't always working.30 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand84yo Kiwi jokes about three days lost in Aussie bushPatricia Byrne tells her tale of survival in the West Australian bush.17 Dec 06:19 PM
New ZealandKiwi woman, 84, 'terribly embarrassed' after going missing in Aussie bush"I thought I was coming to plan a funeral," says daughter who flew to Australia.17 Dec 03:52 AM
TravelWhat to do with the kids in WhangamataHeading to the beach bach? Monique Barden has some school holiday suggestions.28 Sep 11:00 PM
New ZealandSerious crash between motorcycle and carA section of SH25 has been blocked.11 Sep 11:58 PM
New ZealandWitness C appeals perjury sentenceWitness C, otherwise known as Roberto Conchie Harris, argues his sentence was too high.20 Aug 09:04 PM
New ZealandHow a common antibiotic could be hurting youFamily of Kiwi surfing legend want antibiotic they say crippled and killed him banned.13 Jul 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Am I going to die?': Dad's relief as help arrives for badly hurt sonWords to express gratitude to rescue helicopter saviours hard to find, dad says.26 May 06:50 AM
New ZealandLest We Forget: Anzac Day remembered by young and oldAbout 18,000 people gathered at the Auckland War Memorial Museum for the dawn service.24 Apr 08:35 PM
New ZealandRare whale shark sighting off Whangamata coast"It is pretty exciting to be able to see one in our own backyard," says jet-skier.04 Apr 04:00 AM
New ZealandJoshua vs Parker at your holiday hotspotsBoxing-mad Kiwis on holiday will be up early tomorrow, but not just for chocolate eggs.30 Mar 04:00 PM
PoliticsCoastal areas seek relief from mangrove invasionMangroves future in hands of central government. Made with funding from NZ on Air.18 Feb 08:27 PM
New ZealandRockfall warning between Waihi and WhangamataA boulder the size of a small car has forced one lane of SH25 to close south of Whiritoa.14 Feb 02:09 AM
TravelRevealed: New Zealand's best beach - 'It's paradise'Readers have voted and decided on the top beach in the country.27 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandShark sighting at Whangamata BeachWhangamata Beach was closed due to a shark sighting between 12.45pm and 1.45pm today.15 Jan 05:46 AM
New ZealandBoat and trailer fly off ute in four-car crashLauren Letford woke to her husband shouting "F***en hold on" as a car hurtled towards them09 Jan 06:32 AM
New ZealandWatch: NZ teen films dolphins, 'it was amazing'The Kerkhof family were out fishing when they came across a pod of about 20 bottlenoses.06 Jan 01:24 AM
New ZealandCoromandel sand island: How they did itKeen drinkers reveal the construction process of their liquor-ban free island.02 Jan 11:54 PM
New ZealandTeen caught drink driving on restricted with passengersAn 18-year-old girl attracted the attention of police after complaints of her driving01 Jan 01:22 AM
New ZealandParty hotspot goes alcohol free for NYESmall towns are coming up with creative ways of battling bad party behaviour.29 Dec 06:50 AM
New Zealand'Lucky' mountain biker breaks arm in cliff plungeThe boy was flown to Waikato Hospital in a moderate condition.17 Dec 07:17 AM
New ZealandCar drives off cliff near WhangamataPolice and St John Ambulance on their way to the crash between Whangamata and Whiritoa.16 Dec 08:23 PM
ConstructionHillside city homes chosen in House of the YearHomes across the country were recognised for their excellence.25 Nov 07:12 PM
LifestyleLocal Focus: Surfs up for little nippers in WhangamataThe surf life-saving season starts. Made with funding from NZ On Air.23 Oct 07:42 PM
