Marine

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

Lake Taupō could reach record water levels

Flooding and high water levels could be coming for people on the shores of Lake Taupō and near the Waikato River, and roadworks near Taupō are postponed until... Read More

Advice to aid undersize fish survival rates

As people enjoy fishing the Bay of Plenty's blue this summer, fresh information has surfaced that could help recreational anglers save hundreds of thousands of... Read More

Waka Ama buzz on Lake Karāpiro

The 2023 Waka Ama Sprint National Championships is underway. With the last championships being held in January 2021, national titles are definitely up for grabs... Read More

Niwa team off to Antarctica

A team of scientists from the National Institute of Water and Atmospheric Research are aboard the research vessel Tangaroa for a six-week voyage to Antarctica. Their... Read More

Boaties encouraged to do their bit

Locals and manuhiri/visitors alike are being reminded to thoroughly clean their vessels to stop the spread of invasive pests in Rotorua lakes. Te Arawa Lakes... Read More

Operation Neptune in full swing again this weekend

With weather conditions expected to improve, Operation Neptune will be patrolling Waikato waters again this weekend. For three weeks over the Christmas holiday... Read More

Three-day rāhui at Huka Falls following death

A thee-day ban or rāhui has been put in place on the waters at the Huka Falls following a death there, says a Tūwharetoa Māori Trust Board spokesperson. ... Read More

How leaving the dog at home could be a lifesaver

A senior Surf Lifesaving manager has warned beachgoers to consider leaving the pooch at home - as it could save their lives. Eastern region Surf Lifesaving manager... Read More