Police are reminding the public to be safe on the water following an incident at Petone Beach.
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Planned changes to Auckland’s ferry services from 1 October 2023
There will be changes to ferry services and timetables from 1 October to allow for training and upskilling of staff and new recruits.
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Nelson Marina Promenade awarded council funding
The Nelson Marina Promenade has received a $1.1 million boost in the most recent round of grants from the Government's Tourism Infrastructure Fund.
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Emirates Team New Zealand takes home the Innovation Excellence Award
At the inaugural Aotearoa Hydrogen Awards, six trophies were handed out to two individuals and four of New Zealand's most innovative and progressive organisations.
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No-take fishing areas confirmed in Northland
In a move expected to provide much-needed protection to some crucial areas on Northland's coast, the Northland Regional Council has formally adopted new no-take fishing areas.
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Greens to create Ocean Commission, establish Minister for Oceans
The Green Party is vowing to create an independent Ocean Commission, put a Green Minister for Oceans and Fisheries in charge, and protect 30% of the ocean by 2030.
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Watchkeeping failures identified in 2020 vessel grounding
The 2020 grounding of a commercial vessel has once again brought attention to the dangers of watchkeeping failures.
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Reduced recreational daily pāua limits for lower and central North Island
Fisheries New Zealand has reduced recreational daily pāua limits for the lower and central North Island.
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Surf lifesaving teams compete in demanding 90-mile IRB Beach Classic
The country's top inflatable rescue boat (IRB) crews have competed in the Far North's challenging 90-mile IRB Beach Classic event.
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New coastal plan for Taranaki to protect marine environment
Taranaki's iconic surf breaks are now legally protected with the signing off of Taranaki Regional Council's Coastal Plan.
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