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Mixed Conditions And High Demand Define Surf Life Saving New Zealand’s Summer Patrol Season
Friday, 24 April 2026, 11:13 am | Surf Life Saving New Zealand
The patrol season, running from late October through to April, saw lifeguards respond to a wide range of incidents, from major rescues and medical emergencies through to thousands of preventative actions designed to stop situations escalating. More >>
Three Days, One Champion: Sunset Beach Reigns At IRB Nationals
Sunday, 29 March 2026, 7:33 pm | Surf Life Saving New Zealand
Waves are fun and entertaining to watch, but its nicer on the body when its calm, and we get fast, sharp, and highly technical racing, said IRB driver Taylor Edwards. More >>
High-Speed Racing And High Temperatures Kick Off bp New Zealand IRB Championships
Saturday, 28 March 2026, 7:22 pm | Surf Life Saving New Zealand
As Saturday's racing closed, Sunset Beach had extended their lead with 81, St Kilda stayed at 2nd with 33, and the battle for the top South Island club saw Sumner move into 3rd on 24 with Fitzroy dropping to 4th on 19. More >>
Surf Lifeguards Prepare For High-Speed Action At 2026 bp New Zealand IRB Championships
Monday, 23 March 2026, 7:08 pm | Surf Life Saving New Zealand
Surf Life Saving New Zealand (SLSNZ) General Manager Sport Zac Franich says IRB racing remains one of the most practical and exciting forms of lifesaving sport. More >>
National Titles Decided As Aon New Zealand Surf Lifesaving Championships Conclude
Sunday, 8 March 2026, 7:44 pm | Surf Life Saving New Zealand
With nearly 1,400 competitors competing in 25 different events split into multiple categories (masters, open, U19, U17, U15), SSLSNZ and partners Aon handed out more than 130 gold medals to newly minted national champions. More >>
Surf Life Saving New Zealand Search & Rescue Squads Go Beyond The Red And Yellow Flags
Tuesday, 3 March 2026, 10:58 am | Surf Life Saving New Zealand
Other surf lifesaving activity across the week included 937 preventative actions carried out by surf lifeguards nationwide. More >>
Over 700 Young Athletes Showcase Strength Of Junior Surf Lifesaving In New Zealand At Oceans ’26
Monday, 23 February 2026, 8:25 am | Surf Life Saving New Zealand
The final day saw Individual Diamond finals completed across all age groups, combining run, swim and board disciplines in a true test of all round surf ability. More >>
Lifejacket Credited In Successful Rock Fishing Rescue At Piha
Thursday, 19 February 2026, 4:29 pm | Surf Life Saving New Zealand
With Police Eagle providing aerial surveillance, surf lifeguards launched an inflatable rescue boat (IRB), and quickly located the person in the water. More >>
Oceans ‘26 – Four Days Of Junior Surf Lifesaving Energy Coming To Carnival At Pāpāmoa Beach
Thursday, 12 February 2026, 3:11 pm | Surf Life Saving New Zealand
Oceans is the country’s premier junior surf lifesaving event, bringing together clubs from across the country for four days of racing, connection and celebration. More >>
Surf Lifeguards Deliver Strong Preventative Response Over Busy Waitangi Week
Monday, 9 February 2026, 9:04 pm | Surf Life Saving New Zealand
Eastern Region General Manager Avan Polo said the week highlighted the importance of strong patrol coverage during public holidays. More >>
Busy Weekend On New Zealand Beaches As Families Make The Most Of Final School Holiday Days
Monday, 2 February 2026, 8:21 pm | Surf Life Saving New Zealand
Surf Life Saving New Zealand reminds beachgoers that conditions can change quickly and encourages everyone to swim at patrolled beaches and between the red and yellow flags. More >>
SLSNZ Urges People To Stay Away From Coastline Amidst Wilder Weather And Huge Waves
Wednesday, 21 January 2026, 12:37 pm | Surf Life Saving New Zealand
SLSNZ General Manager – Lifesaving, Andy Kent says that anyone near the coast should take extreme care as conditions are dangerous and unpredictable. More >>
Hahei Beach Incident Response Notification
Monday, 19 January 2026, 8:02 pm | Surf Life Saving New Zealand
SLSNZ offers its sincere condolences to the friends and whānau of the person. Support has been offered to the surf lifeguards involved. More >>
Rescue Numbers Continue To Rise With Summer Halfway Gone
Monday, 19 January 2026, 3:09 pm | Surf Life Saving New Zealand
Beachgoers can use Safe Swim to check conditions, and to confirm whether a beach is patrolled by surf lifeguards. More >>
Gisborne Incident Response Notification
Monday, 12 January 2026, 6:35 pm | Surf Life Saving New Zealand
The team at Surf Life Saving New Zealand extends its heartfelt condolences to the whānau and friends of the victim. More >>
Surf Lifeguards Emphasise Safety Awareness Amid High Beach Attendance
Monday, 12 January 2026, 3:52 pm | Surf Life Saving New Zealand
The week included a sustained level of rescues and serious medical responses across all regions, and Surf Life Saving would like all beachgoers to keep safety in mind when heading to the beach. More >>
60 Rescues Nationally Over Weekend As People Make The Most Of Pre-work Weather
Monday, 5 January 2026, 1:52 pm | Surf Life Saving New Zealand
Surf lifeguards were extremely busy this weekend, in many cases responding to multiple incidents across locations while continuing to actively manage risk in the flagged area. More >>
Baylys Beach Incident Response Notification
Sunday, 4 January 2026, 2:43 pm | Surf Life Saving New Zealand
Local iwi have placed a rāhui on the area, until 7pm Monday 5 January. More >>
Reminder To Always Swim Between The Flags As New Year Period Sees More Than 45 Rescues Performed Across The Country
Friday, 2 January 2026, 2:28 pm | Surf Life Saving New Zealand
“What we’re seeing again and again is people getting into trouble outside the flagged area,” says Franich. “Even if the water looks safe on the surface, rips and strong currents can develop very quickly.” More >>
Surf Lifeguards Manage High Risk And Multiple Incidents Over The Christmas Weekend
Monday, 29 December 2025, 7:27 pm | Surf Life Saving New Zealand
High beach attendance over the holiday period increases the potential for incidents. Public must take responsibility for their own safety. More >>
