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Rescue of critically injured surfer shows importance of Mangawhai surf club
The lifeguard's rescue was text-book thanks to fortunate timing and training.
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Family of critically injured surfer thanks rescuers who saved his life after collision
A local says the shallow bar with strong rips is dangerously crowded with beginners.
Surfer in critical condition following Mangawhai Heads collision
Surf Life Saving crews were called out after seeing others in the water aiding the victim.
What will it take to fix Fletcher Building?
'All they did was inject another level of risk ... the CEO is not the problem here.'
Teen surfer rides wave of success with three in a row
The second round of this year's Billabong Grom Series at Whangamatā had a few surprises.
Roundtable: The best offshore Kiwi sporting moments and matches
Welcome to the kaleidoscopic world of New Zealand's sporting time capsule.
Rip Curl transgender surfer backlash polarises opinion
Tricky timing, talk of backlash as Rip Curl tests waters in emotive issue.
Lifeguards issue warning after dislocated limbs and rescues as 'pretty gnarly' surf hits
The worst ocean conditions are expected to arrive on Monday.
Playful sea lion stuns at national surfing champs
The sea lion made an appearance during the 2024 National Surfing Champs on Sunday.
School of hard knocks: Kiwi Olympian surfer Saffi Vette on tragedy, dyslexia and bullying
'Whatever is challenging you, there will be a light at the end of the tunnel.'
Inspirational journey: Kiwi surfer Saffi Vette’s rough ride to the Olympics
After enduring plenty of personal heartbreak in the years leading up to qualifying for the 2024 Olympics, surfer Saffi Vette is giving back by encouraging Kiwi school kids to dream big and never give up. Video / Neil Reid
Search for missing diver continues, more than 10 days later
The rāhui near Ahipara is in place after a diver went missing on December 23.
Surge in shark sightings may be related to El Niño climate shift
'Don’t swim where people are fishing...and avoid swimming at dawn and dusk'.
Staying safe in the water this summer
GM of Surf Life Saving NZ Northern region Zac Franich gives us his top tips and tricks for staying safe this summer in and around the water. Video / Carson Bluck
Tahiti Olympic protests: Ocean tower at surf venue angers locals
The proposed judging and camera tower is criticised as an environmental risk.
Waikato farmers swap tractors for surfboards
The annual Surfing for Farmers season kicks off in Waikato.
Tried and tested: Surf trip inspires natural sunscreen brand
She's no longer making sunscreen in her kitchen.
Fuel, wine and salad dressing: Surf Life Saving manager sacked for spending
Nilesh Bhikha used a work credit card on a $949 Koru Club membership.
Proposed surf park estimated to bring $600m boost for Auckland
The proposed Auckland Surf Park is currently in the final consenting stage.
'Like wraparound westie sunglasses': Tower scoops national architecture award
It's robust and low-maintenance, built to withstand the very severe coastal environment.
Surf's Up: Businessman selling $200k vintage surfboard collection
'One board went to five, five went to 10, and so on – end of story.'
Auckland Surf Park timeline revealed as project enters final consenting stage
Surfing could soon come to Dairy Flat in the form of a wave pool.
First Iwi of Origin surf crown for Ngāpuhi
Iwi of Origin won by Ngāpuhi at the Aotearoa Māori Surfing Titles.
Holidaying in Hawaii? Local - and star singer - Jack Johnson shares his top tips
New York Times: Hawaii's homegrown artist shares island gems close to his heart.
Surf’s up for Māori clothing line
Art and culture combine in collaboration with global brand Quiksilver.
Surfing snake: Gold Coast man’s unusual hobby lands $2500 fine
Shiva the carpet python had been making waves on social media.
On the road with Debbie Ngarewa-Packer
New Zealand Herald political reporter Michael Neilson caught up with Tē Pāti Māori co-leader Debbie Ngarewa-Packer for a surf near her Taranaki home. Video / Mike Scott
Local Focus: Live for More getting troubled youths back on track
Charitable trust helps young people leave their troubled pasts behind.
Local Focus: A simple goal to build the most sustainable surfboards in New Zealand
Surfing, furniture-maker Peter Claydon now shapes wooden surfboards.
'Going to get gnarly': Kiwi surfer's first look at Games venue cut short
Saffi Vette's introduction to one of the world's gnarliest waves was cut short by injury.