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Water emergency at Coromandel beach: Man dies despite rescue efforts
Emergency services were called to Hāhei Beach at 3.23pm this afternoon.
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Divers stunned by ‘epic’ up-close encounter with curious orca pod
The orca swam within arm's reach of the divers for about one minute.
Powerball jackpot rolls over as three players win $333k in First Division
A total of 118 players shared $1.5m in Strike Three prizes as a must-be-won draw.
Editorial: Teen parties can be fun but they can also be incredibly dangerous
OPINION: Recent incidents are a chance for parents to remind teens about party safety.
Coro bike park built by local legend now a drawcard for hidden gem tracks
The park now offers more than 6km of tracks, jumps and BMX runs.
Warm, mostly calm weekend ahead before northern rain moves in Monday
Auckland, Hamilton and Kaitāia are forecast to reach warm highs of 26C.
Seaweed to gold: Inside NZ’s nanocellulose breakthrough
The biorefinery can produce up to 1600kg of nanocellulose hydrogel weekly.
Editorial: Summer fun, costly pain – ACC warns of surge in preventable injuries
OPINION: Bay of Plenty summer sports injuries alone led to more than 7000 ACC claims.
NZ swelters as North Island cities top 36C, roads blocked in South Island as wild winds fell trees
Multiple heat alerts in place today across the country, posing an 'extreme' fire risk.
Auckland beach reaches 'vehicle capacity' and is blocked off by council
'We encourage people to explore other locations to find a place to cool off,' council said
Two lucky Lotto players split $1m - where the winning tickets were sold
The Powerball jackpot now climbs to $10m, with Strike Four increasing to $1m.
Two Lotto players scoop $500k as Powerball jackpots to $10m
A Hamilton couple won $1m last week after a sudden cancer diagnosis.
'Extreme caution': Heat alerts as furnace-like temps strike NZ
Hastings is forecast to reach 38C tomorrow, with Napier close behind on 36C.
Orca swim within arm's reach of Kiwi diver in 'insane' close encounter
Diver Jordy Bardin shared the close encounter with her 18,000 online followers.
Man found dead on Coromandel beach named as 43-year-old from Auckland
Suy Lao went missing while rock fishing near the Waikawau boat ramp on December 22.
Where to save and where to spend on supermarket staples, according to food experts
Own-brand butter, sugar, flour and milk often match pricier labels in baking.
Summer injury surge: Holiday hotspot racks up 7700 ACC claims
Hundreds of injuries across the region were linked to swimming and surfing.
'Excited about what AI can offer': Meridian chief eyes next wave of change
Meridian CEO Mike Roan will be focusing on building new generation capacity in 2026.
'Screaming for help near rocks': Lifeguards race to save trio at Tairua Beach
One person was flown to hospital by helicopter, while two went by road.
Big year ahead: Waikato’s event calendar already packed
On January 24, five events are already scheduled across the region.
Lifeguards issue warning after multiple rescues over busy weekend
Eastern region lifeguards have carried out 144 rescues this summer.
Coro Classic brings 7000 festival fans to small Coromandel holiday town
Three stages hosted acts from New Zealand, Australia, the UK and beyond.
Small Business: The best of the wurst with Frank’s Sausages
Sheryn and Frank Nagel built the brand from a laundry kitchen in 2008.
How do architects design homes when they are for themselves?
Could architects say they are the 'perfect client' when they design their own new homes?
Weather: SH35 partially reopens, motorists urged to be cautious
The highway near Tolaga Bay was closed overnight due to flooding.
Where are NZ’s best beaches? Dai Henwood, Bret McKenzie, Hilary Barry share their picks
From Northland to Nelson, famous Kiwis share their favourite NZ beaches.
Heavy hail in Auckland, torrential rain, lightning on way for upper North Island
A swathe of weather watches and warnings cover the top half of the North Island.
Severe thunderstorms threaten torrential rain, hail
MetService warns the storms could trigger flash flooding and make driving hazardous.
Thunderstorms hammer North Island as mayor opens relief fund for residents
Thunderstorms with hail up to 20mm in diameter are possible from Taranaki to Auckland.
NZ's Best Beach 2026: Help choose the 2026 winners, from hidden gems to city sands
The search for the country's best beach returns and we need your help.