Beach safety: How to spot a rip, and what to do if you’re caught in one
“The safest beach in New Zealand is a beach that’s patrolled by surf lifeguards.” Chaz Gibbons Campbell says…
Beach tragedy: Young man named as Karioitahi rip victim – NZ Herald
Beach tragedy: Young man named as Karioitahi rip victim NZ HeraldMan who died at Auckland beach named by police 1NewsVictim…
Scallop ban in Northland: Suspected poachers caught after ute pursuit
Flashing lights and sirens caught the attention of a resident, whose home is 50m away from the beach.…
One person dies after getting caught in rip tide at Karioitahi Beach, south of Auckland
The Police Eagle helicopter also attended the incident. “One of the men was returned to shore safely by…
Brazilian man dies after barbell crushes chest in gym accident caught on CCTV
Montenegro’s life was cut short by the freak accident, which unfolded on Tuesday at the fitness facility where…
Fears thousands of medicinal cannabis users will be caught out by new drug-driving laws
Alzaher said he was advising patients to wait 12 hours before driving – ideally taking medication at night…
Hypothermic surfer plucked to safety after drifting 1.5km off West Auckland’s Piha Beach
“Just after 9pm ,and in complete darkness, Eagle located a person around 1.5 kilometres offshore waving for assistance.”…
Italian man dons dead mother’s makeup in pension-collecting ruse
“But that neck, on closer inspection, was a little too big and the wrinkles were also strange, the…
Teacher censured after snorting ‘white powder’ at school Christmas party
A teacher who “snorted” white powder off a school desk during an after-hours Christmas party has admitted it…
Helicopter winches three to safety after Whiritoa Beach rescue
Three people had to be winched to safety at Whiritoa Beach this morning after getting caught out by…
Two arrested after burnouts disrupt funeral at Waikumete Cemetery
“It’s quite disappointing that this small group of people have chosen to behave like this,” Walker said. “They…
Kiwi mum faces long recovery after firebomb attack in Western Australia
A GoFundMe page has been set up to help her pay her rent, utilities and food for her…