Recreation
Search still underway for Coromandel swimmer
One person has died and another is still missing after a group of seven swimmers signalled for help at a Whangamatā beach yesterday morning.
Emergency crews safely rescued five people with minor to… Audio
Rescuers speak after Opoutere Beach tragedy
Emergency services are expected to resume the search about now for a person still missing after the tragedy at Opoutere Beach yesterday.
One person died and five others were injured - one critically… Audio
Call for caution on water as drownings rise
Advocates are urging caution in the water, with the number of people drowning reaching a fourteen-year high. 93 people drowned in New Zealand waters last year. And nine people drowned during the… Audio
Top tips for travelling with children during summer holidays
Snacks, entertainment and good ol' I Spy will help your kids get through long travel days this Christmas break.
Big Manly Dotterel Minders band together to protect birds
A group of volunteers on Auckland's Hibiscus Coast are banding together to protect endangered birds on their beach.
Dotterels are under constant threat from dogs, hedgehogs, and the elements, but… Video, Audio
Govt gives extra boost to keep Ruapehu skifields running
The government has come to the rescue for Ruapheu Alpine Lifts, giving it another $6 million to make sure the chair lift can fire up next winter.
The company appointed voluntary administrators… Video, Audio
Ruapehu Alpine Lifts is $44 million in debt
The books have been opened on the parlous financial state of Ruapehu Alpine Lifts Limited at a meeting of creditors this morning.
Voluntary Administrators were appointed recently, and the company's… Audio
Manawatū winds helpful for blokarting
Manawatū's notorious wind has dozens of new fans thanks to the blokarting New Zealand open and world championship competitors breezing into the province.
Locals may curse the prevailing westerly, but… Audio
'So relieved' - fishing guides excited for influx of international clients
Fishing guides are excited to welcome back international anglers this season after two years of the border being closed.
Otago water park in doubt this summer due to road safety clash
A Central Otago inflatable water park may not be able to open this summer due to a clash over road safety.
Whale trail from Marlborough to Kaikōura making tracks
The backers of the Whale Trail cycle and walkway from Picton to Kaikōura aim to make some significant gains over summer.
'We're going to look a bit stupid' - Alcohol and water equals risky business
Kawerau District Council has received legal advice against allowing alcohol at private events at its swimming pool complex.
Inflatable slide company fined $400k over injuries
The Waihi District Court has imposed a mammoth $350,000 fine on an inflatable slide company behind a string of accident and injuries.
It also has to pay almost $53,000 in damages. WorkSafe, which… Audio
Auckland teen wins world record for toy train
The Guiness World Records has verified that Auckland teenager Alex Blong holds the new record for building the most carriages on a toy train that moves. Three months ago, Blong sent his 25-metre train… Audio
Winter weather a great time to make boats shipshape
Maritime New Zealand is encouraging people to check their boating gear this long weekend, in preparation for the months ahead.
Ski fields ready for first truly international season since 2019
The snow guns are primed and the forecast is promising with less than a month until South Island ski fields start opening.
This winter marks the first season since 2019 that overseas visitors will be… Audio
Milford Track Great Walk almost booked out for next season
The Milford Track was close to fully booked well within half an hour of opening for the upcoming Great Walks season.
Nelson coastal park finally on the right track
Contractors are busy doing earthworks to form the contours for a new coastal park in Nelson, which is expected to be complete before next summer.
Duck hunters warned to be vigilant in Southland
Southland duck hunters urged to take care this weekend in view of the wetlands fire south of Invercargill
Fatality prompts Coroner to recommend review of skateboard injuries
Coroner Tania Tetitaha wants the Ministry of Transport to consider law changes regarding the wearing of helmets while skateboarding.