Marine

Undersea protection needed

New Zealand's underwater mountains are home to unique animal communities which need careful environmental management. That is the message following research from... Read More

TCDC looks at options for boat ramp

A feasibility study is being done on the possible repair or replacement of the 35 year old Oamaru Bay boat ramp. Last year repair work took place on the ramp due... Read More

Billy’s unique Kiwi experience

Solomon Islands Harbour Master Billy Bobby endured a bit more than he'd bargained for when he arrived in Tauranga for his two week experience in New Zealand waters. His... Read More

Business case to be presented May

The business case for the development of the Coromandel Harbour Facilities will be presented to the Thames-Coromandel District Council in May. Before presenting... Read More

Huge swells slam Whitianga beach

The high tide brought huge swells with it, sending water across the road at Buffalo Beach in Whitianga this afternoon. While it was paradise out on the waters for... Read More

Tauranga yachtsman safe and well

UPDATED 12.12pm: Tauranga yachtsman Simon Hamer is safe and well following the devastating effects of Cyclone Pam in Vanuatu. Simon's son, Barnaby, contacted SunLive... Read More

Beach warning as cyclone hits

Bay of Plenty residents are encouraged to stay away from the sea, as Tropical Cyclone Pam threatens what Mount Maunganui Lifeguard Service general manager Glenn... Read More

Sun, fish and time with Dad

Dads and their children spent the day bonding over an old past time this afternoon as part of the annual Kinds Need Dadz fishing event. Last year's inaugural event... Read More

Insurers respond to toxic Rena claims

An ecological survey and video footage covering Astrolabe Reef has been published in what the Rena insurance company says will give people a chance to make up their... Read More

Astrolabe Reef "a toxic mess"

New Zealanders are being deceived about the environmental disaster unfolding on the Astrolabe Reef. That's the claim from New Zealand First conservation spokesperson... Read More

Early morning rescue for Coastguard

Three people were rescued by Coastguard volunteers after their 43ft fishing launch hit rocks and took on water in the Firth of Thames early this morning. Coastguard... Read More

Wave wall about to take shape

Tenders to build the pile and panel wave wall at Tauranga Bridge Marina are expected to be called as soon as the results from the geo technical survey are compiled. Taupo... Read More