Marine

Olympic test: Kiwis battle nerves on first day

New Zealand's sailors battled changeable conditions and pre-regatta jitters on a curtailed first day of the Olympic test event in Marseille. Only five of... Read More

Seal pulls off bold heist, snatching wharf catch

In a heart-warming display of marine camaraderie, an adventurous and charismatic seal has captivated a Mount Maunganui boy and his mate as it snatched their catch... Read More

Pilot Bay boat grounded after sinking

A Tauranga boat is grounded in Pilot Bay after sinking on the morning of Tuesday, July 4. The boat owner, who spoke to SunLive on the condition of anonymity,... Read More

Govt backs bid to make food from microalgae

The Government is backing investigations into a potential new food industry for New Zealand - based on protein-rich, carbon-absorbing native microalgae. Oceans... Read More

Champions of the beach recognised in awards

In a celebration of skill, courage and dedication, the Coromandel and Bay of Plenty regions are honouring their surf life-saving heroes with prestigious awards... Read More

6.7M quake in Tonga Islands

An earthquake with a preliminary recorded magnitude of 6.7 has struck in the Tongan Islands on Sunday evening. The Pacific Tsunami Warning Centre in Honolulu... Read More

Huge community sand art event at Mount Maunganui

Would you like to be a part of a creative celebration of environmental consciousness today? Head along to Mount Maunganui and get involved in a free community... Read More

Navy crew pleased with maritime operation

A Royal New Zealand Navy maritime patrol of Samoan waters has pleasingly turned up fishing vessels operating within fishing regulations. HMNZS Taupo last week... Read More

Questions over reforms for fishing and hunting

Recommended changes to the proposed law to replace the Resource Management Act are a boost to the future of freshwater fishing and game bird hunting but questions... Read More

Mussels aiding muscles

No pain, no gain - sore muscles are a common side effect of exercise. Researchers have now found that New Zealand Greenshell mussel powder can help men recover... Read More

Raglan boat capsize results in conviction

Recreational boat skipper has been convicted and fined after pleading guilty to a charge of causing ‘unnecessary danger' under the Maritime Transport Act. The... Read More

Determined swimmer‘s 40km feat

In a remarkable display of endurance and determination, a young Tauranga swimmer has taken on an extraordinary challenge to support The World Vision 40 Hour Challenge. Over... Read More