Marine

Sailors make strong start to Miami World Cup

Tauranga's Sam Meech has a goal of being in contention for a medal at every event he competes in and he gave himself a good chance of doing that at the World... Read More

Water safety compulsory for international students

The University of Waikato and Water Safety New Zealand are introducing a water safety program for international students. Water Safety Waikato, which is... Read More

Crayfish patrols find high levels of compliance

The New Zealand Defence Force and the Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) inspected about 30 vessels this week during patrols over the east coast of the North... Read More

Cruise ships protecting seabirds

Bright lights on cruise ships pose a risk to seabirds flying at night in the Hauraki Gulf, so the Department of Conservation is working with the international... Read More

Toxic shellfish warning from Coromandel to BOP

A toxic shellfish warning is being issued for the coastline stretching from the Coromandel to the Bay of Plenty. People are being warned not to eat any shellfish... Read More

Toxic sea slug warning for Tauranga beaches

A warning for dog owners to control their pets on the beach and parents to keep an eye on what their children touch on the beach. It's that time of the year again... Read More

More than 1200 unsafe lifejackets traded in

More than 1200 old lifejackets, some up to 50 years old, have been traded in for replacements under a Coastguard NZ safety initiative. "Old4New" campaign manager... Read More

Kayakers rescued after drifting out to sea

Two kayakers who got into trouble in the Hauraki Gulf have been rescued They were unable to get the vessel back to shore and it drifted out to sea off Orere Point... Read More

Bright, shiny bands for ducks

Hundreds of Bay of Plenty ducks are paddling around with bright, shiny bands on their legs. They are helping scientific research into duck population and habits. It's... Read More

A record low - four boating fatalities in 2018

Maritime NZ is thanking boaties for taking their safety seriously in 2018 after a record low number of four fatalities last year. 'Even one loss of life is too... Read More

Young boy pulled from water near Raglan dies

A young boy located after going missing in the surf in Raglan has died. Police confirmed the seven-year-old's death at 5.40pm. Witnesses at scene describe... Read More

Rule reminder after close call in Tauranga Harbour

Very lucky! This is the title of the latest post on the Bay of Plenty Regional Council Facebook page. This is in response to a video which shows a boat in... Read More