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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 >>
Kariaotahi Incident Response Notification
Saturday, 27 December 2025, 3:32 pm | Surf Life Saving New Zealand
The Police have no further comment at this time and have advised the death will be referred to the coroner. More >>
Piha Incident Response Notification
Friday, 26 December 2025, 6:14 pm | Surf Life Saving New Zealand
Hato Hone St John Ambulance paramedics took over resuscitation efforts once they arrived. Sadly, the person was confirmed as deceased at approximately 1:20pm. More >>
Demanding Week For Surf Lifeguards
Monday, 15 December 2025, 3:18 pm | Surf Life Saving New Zealand
Across the week, lifeguards performed 27 rescues, assisted 23 people, carried out 15 searches, and completed 2,627 preventative actions, reaching more than 27,300 people with safety advice. Peak headcounts exceeded 12,500 people nationally More >>
Multiple Critical Incidents In One Evening On Auckland’s West Coast
Tuesday, 9 December 2025, 4:02 pm | Surf Life Saving New Zealand
James Lea, Surf Life Saving’s Operations Manager for the Northern region, said it is likely that last night’s conditions created a “perfect storm” in terms of risk to swimmers. More >>
Lifeguards Rescue 61 People As Early-Summer Conditions Test Beachgoers
Monday, 8 December 2025, 4:21 pm | Surf Life Saving New Zealand
Across the country, lifeguards performed 61 rescues, assisted 65 people, and undertook 1,199 preventative actions, reaching more than 13,000 people with safety guidance before harm occurred. More >>
Australia’s ‘Highly Skilled’ Lifesavers Take Out Surf Rescue Challenge
Sunday, 30 November 2025, 8:10 pm | Surf Life Saving New Zealand
The pace of racing was elevated for surf events today as swells had dropped considerably after more dramatic conditions for tests one and two on Thursday and Friday. More >>
SLSNZ To Commence Paid Lifeguard Service In Tauranga Early Amid Escalating Coastal Risk
Friday, 28 November 2025, 5:07 pm | Surf Life Saving New Zealand
Avan Polo, Eastern Regional Manager for Surf Life Saving New Zealand, says the early activation is essential to protect the public. More >>
Epic Day Of Racing Cut Short By Tangaroa’s Power
Thursday, 27 November 2025, 7:18 pm | Surf Life Saving New Zealand
The points from test one count towards an overall total from each of the three tests, which will crown one nation the ultimate International Surf Rescue Champions. More >>
Huge Weekend Of Rescues For Surf Lifeguards In Northern And Eastern Regions Across Weekend
Monday, 24 November 2025, 7:14 pm | Surf Life Saving New Zealand
SLSNZ’s GM – Lifesaving, Andy Kent says that the conditions, which resulted in a number of rescues performed within the flagged area, are stark reminder that people must remain aware of their surroundings, and to keep watch of children in the water. More >>
Prevention The Key To Safety On Beaches This Weekend
Monday, 17 November 2025, 4:01 pm | Surf Life Saving New Zealand
Surf Life Saving’s paid lifeguard service begins patrolling on weekdays starting from today at Piha and Muriwai; then at Raglan from next Monday 23 November. More >>
Incident – Whiritoa Beach
Thursday, 13 November 2025, 1:12 pm | Surf Life Saving New Zealand
Alongside Police and Auckland Westpac Rescue Helicopter, Whangamatā SAR responded via water with one IRB (inflatable rescue boat) and one rescue water craft (RWC), plus a ute to support on land. More >>
Surf Lifeguards Celebrate A Safe Start To Lifesaving Patrols On Labour Weekend
Tuesday, 28 October 2025, 6:00 pm | Surf Life Saving New Zealand
Surf lifeguards collectively worked 4,250 hours over three-day weekend, performing over 200 preventative actions that kept nearly 4,000 people safe across 27 patrolled beaches. The most visited beach was Hot Water Beach, with 795 people at its peak More >>
Waikato Bar Incident Response Notification
Saturday, 18 October 2025, 2:27 pm | Surf Life Saving New Zealand
Three people were retrieved from the water and taken to the beach near Port Waikato to meet emergency services at approximately 8.40am. More >>
New World Records Set On Final Day Of Championships
Monday, 29 September 2025, 8:50 am | Surf Life Saving New Zealand
The winner of the Paul Kent Memorial Trophy was Mairangi Bay Surf Life Saving Club, with an overall score of 420 points. More >>
Championships Off To A Record-Breaking Start
Saturday, 27 September 2025, 7:05 pm | Surf Life Saving New Zealand
It was a fun and exciting day for all involved, and several New Zealand records have already been broken, plus one new world record. More >>
World-Class Lifesaving Talent On Show At 2025 Aon New Zealand Pool Rescue Championships
Wednesday, 24 September 2025, 1:55 pm | Surf Life Saving New Zealand
The Aon New Zealand Pool Rescue Championships demonstrate the vital link between lifesaving sport and real-life rescue readiness. Athletes from across New Zealand will compete in events that mirror the skills needed to save lives on our beaches. More >>
