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Lake Taupō harbourmaster not a first responder, agency clarifies after burning boat search delays

Internal Affairs clarifies the Lake Taupō harbourmaster is not a first responder after contact delays during a burning boat search on 21 December.

National pledges to ban ring-net fishing in Hauraki Gulf HPAs if re-elected

National says it will ban ring-net fishing in Hauraki Gulf high protection areas if re-elected, reversing a controversial amendment that granted commercial operators access.

Buoy Cafe ordered to pay $95k after sacking chef couple without fair process

Auckland's Buoy Cafe must pay $95k after sacking a head chef and his wife without fair process. The ERA found TSL failed to act in good faith throughout dismissal.

Two-week salvage begins on Black Cat catamaran wrecked in Akaroa Marine Reserve

A two-week salvage operation is under way to recover the wrecked Black Cat Cruises catamaran from Akaroa Harbour's marine reserve after it ran aground on 31 January.

Philippine ferry sinks with 359 aboard, killing 15 with 28 still missing

A passenger ferry sank in the southern Philippines, killing at least 15 and leaving 28 missing. Rescue teams recovered 316 survivors from MV Trisha Kerstin 3.

Hibiscus Coast Coastguard logs near-daily callouts as January rescues double last year

Hibiscus Coast Coastguard is having one of its busiest Januarys in years, with rescues nearly double last summer. Here's what boaties must know before heading out.

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NZ shark scientist urges caution after four attacks hit NSW in 48 hours

Four shark attacks hit NSW in 48 hours. NZ shark scientist Dr Riley Elliott shares key safety tips for swimmers and surfers in New Zealand waters.

Three cray fishermen survive seven hours adrift after Tolaga Bay capsize

Three fishermen clung to fuel tanks for seven hours after their boat capsized off Tolaga Bay. Their story of survival, a P-8A Poseidon, and yellow leggings.

Swimmers warned after treated wastewater spills into Wellington Harbour

A mechanical failure at the Seaview treatment plant caused partially treated wastewater to enter Wellington Harbour. Swimmers are urged to check LAWA before entering the water.

Bluebridge Connemara passengers spend 15 hours stranded after Wellington ramp fault

A ramp fault on Bluebridge's Connemara left 200 passengers stranded overnight in Wellington Harbour for around 15 hours during a peak travel period.