Marine

Sharks head for NZ to enjoy our summer

Summer is coming, and so are the sharks. But why do we see more sharks in our waters just as we head out to make the most of our holidays? Shark expert... Read More

Launch sinks off Slipper Island, Coromandel

In a case of nautical deja vu, an 18.2m luxury launch salvaged near Tauranga four months ago has managed to sink all over again - this time en route... Read More

Trout season to open with promise of bumper catch

October 1 marks a special day for New Zealand trout anglers - the opening of the new season, often described as their Christmas and birthday rolled into one! Excitement... Read More

Navy stalwart honoured after 56 years of service

After 56 years in the Royal New Zealand Navy and Navy Reserves, Warrant Officer electronic warfare instructor Roger Sheehan is still contributing to... Read More

Whakaari/White Island eruptive activity settles

Eruptive activity on Whakaari/White Island last month was minor and short-lived, new monitoring confirms. A small eruption was reported on August 28, producing... Read More

Scrapping old boat funds youth sailing dreams

A once-proud motor sailer that spent more than 20 years moored off Ōmokoroa has been lovingly given up by its owner to raise funds for youth sailing, thanks... Read More

New DoC apps let Kiwis aid marine conservation

New Zealanders are being urged to turn everyday moments into marine conservation wins, as the Department of Conservation launches two new citizen science tools... Read More

Tauranga Harbour hit by surge in sunken vessels

More extreme weather events and chronic neglect are literally sinking ships in Tauranga Harbour, and deputy harbourmaster Daniel Rapson says the problem seems... Read More

Bay Venues to run Western Bay pools

The Te Puke Memorial Pool and Dave Hume Pool in Katikati will offer an expanded range of activities and swimming programmes when they open for the summer season,... Read More

NZ surf lifesavers finish strong

New Zealand and Australia's top young surf lifesaving sports and pool rescue competitors have concluded two days of races on the Gold Coast. The 2025 Battle... Read More

Seal silly season: Eel today, gone tomorrow

A seal enjoying a visit to Tauranga's inner harbour has been spotted in the water near the Hairini Bridge. A local said the seal has been swimming along... Read More

New marine research centre to be globally 'unique'

A marine research facility to be built in Tauranga will be 'unique” in the world, a key player says. Concept plans for the New Zealand Institute for... Read More