Marine

Keep an eye out for freshwater gold clams

On the water this weekend? The Ministry for Primary Industries needs our help to keep an eye out for a new-to-New Zealand clam species that was recently discovered... Read More

Worst year for drowning in a decade

Water Safety NZ have released the 2022 Annual Drowning Report which shows a record 94 people lost their lives to drowning in Aotearoa last year. This number of... Read More

New clam species found in Waikato River

Biosecurity New Zealand and mana whenua for the Waikato River are urging people who work and play in and around the river to keep a lookout for a new-to-New... Read More

Boaties asked to help stop exotic seaweed spread

A small clump of suspected Caulerpa brachypus spotted on a New Zealand beach is prompting Biosaecutiy New Zealand to issue a warning to boaties and fishers. That... Read More

Kiwis battle on first day of gold fleet

The fight is on to get back in podium contention after New Zealand's leading sailors lost valuable ground on their competitors on their most challenging day so... Read More

Recreational water health warnings - reminder

Toi Te Ora Public Health is reminding recreational water users in the Bay of Plenty and Lakes districts to be aware of the quality of water before using waterways... Read More

Winter fishing licences now available

People wanting to go trout fishing in the Bay of Plenty are being advised to get their Winter Trout Fishing licence before heading out on the water. The adult... Read More

Snapper showing signs of starvation in Hauraki

NIWA has been called in to investigate evidence of snapper in the Hauraki Gulf suffering from milky white flesh syndrome. The Ministry for Primary Industries... Read More

Project reveals at-risk indigenous fish species

A project to improve connectivity between the waterways around the Ōhiwa Harbour, and increase freshwater fish populations, has uncovered the presence of threatened... Read More

Top white water rafting spot made more accessible

One of Whakatāne District's best white water rafting spots has become much more accessible, thanks to the energy company that manages one of the hydro-electric... Read More

Canoe slalom returns to Tauranga

Canoe slalom is back in Tauranga after a number of years of absence. Racing returned to the Wairoa River near Tauranga over the weekend, with a number of local... Read More

Martime NZ: Safety-equipment use is up

People appear to be getting the message about safety on the water, according to the latest Maritime NZ-commissioned research. An Ipsos poll of 1009 people, 509... Read More