In the waters around New Zealand - as many countries - animals including sea birds, dolphins, penguins and sea lions are routinely ending up in commercial fishing nets along with the intended catch.

New Zealand must step up to protect its own oceans to match international commitments made at the Commonwealth leaders’ ...

It was a near-miss for a teenager swept out to sea at a notoriously dangerous Auckland beach last night, rescuers say. The ...

Also in the area is New Zealand's oldest protected marine reserve, Goat Island, which is a wonderful place for children to snorkel and marvel at the colorful variety of sea life. One of the most ...