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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 >>

“You Are Not Alone” - Survivor’s Message As Demand For Support Climbs

Tuesday, 25 November 2025, 6:23 pm | Shine

In 2024, 105 women and children stayed in Shine’s Auckland Central and North Shore refuges over the financial year. In 2025, that number rose by 61 to 166. 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 >>

Lifeline Aotearoa Reduces Operating Hours Due To Funding Constraints

Thursday, 6 November 2025, 10:50 am | Lifeline Aotearoa

Since 1 March 2025, Lifeline has been trialling reduced hours, which has led to missed calls and texts. Without sustainable funding, the organisation cannot continue full 24/7 operations. 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 >>