Marine

Feedback sought on crayfish catch limits for 2021

Fisheries New Zealand is inviting people to have their say on proposals to ensure the sustainability of rock lobster populations across a number of New Zealand's... Read More

Sailing away on Tauranga Harbour

There's nothing like a day out on the water, wind whipping past your ears, the sun on your face and salt on your lips. Bevan Grant of the Tauranga trailer... Read More

Cooler change in the weather

WeatherWatch is reporting a cold start for inland parts of the South Island today and a cooler than average day for many parts of NZ - or about normal. 'The... Read More

A fishy Christmas yarn

Sometimes a surprise from Santa's helpers can be a little alarming if you're not expecting it. This was the case for Paul Cameron, Gordon Peterken, Barry Harford,... Read More

Rule breaking jetskiers in the gun

A speed radar gun is going to be used on the water to help crackdown on jetskiers breaking the boating rules this summer. Bay of Plenty Regional Council's Harbourmaster... Read More

bp and Surf Life Saving NZ partnership extended

bp has confirmed the extension of its partnership with Surf Life Saving New Zealand for another three years. The relationship began in 1968, with the extension... Read More

Feedback sought on fisheries sustainability

Fisheries New Zealand is seeking public feedback on proposed changes to catch limits and other measures across a range of fisheries as part of the 2021 April sustainability... Read More

Vessel aground near Motiti Island

A vessel has come aground on rocks in the Motiti Island area. Police received a report of the grounding about 2.40pm. "Police and Coastguard are working to assist... Read More

Rip warning for beach goers this summer

With summer officially underway in New Zealand, people are being warned of the potential dangers of rips. Surf Lifeguards want to make sure every Kiwi makes it... Read More

Dynamic compaction vital piece of harbour work

Work is continuing to progress on the Opotiki Harbour entrance. Locals may have heard a distant thumping sound or seen a very large crane operating out... Read More

Josh Junior named Sailor of the Year

Josh Junior created history when he became the first Kiwi to win the Finn Gold Cup (world championships) and it was further recognised on Friday night when he... Read More

Whitebait numbers wavering

Habitat loss, pollution, introduced fish species and fishing pressure has led to some whitebait species being at risk or threatened. Tauranga whitebaiter... Read More