The Drake Passage is a body of water located between the southern tip of South America and Antarctica.

It follows yesterday's 7.4 magnitude earthquake which struck off the southern coast of the Philippines.

>> More Environment News

Other Environment News

11 Oct: At least four specialist Auckland fire trucks are out of action while they are tested for asbestos

10 Oct: Wild weather on the South Island's West Coast, has caused slips and flooding - closing a number of state highways

10 Oct: Warnings deadly tsunami waves are possible in Southeast Asia, after a 7.6 magnitude earthquake in the Philippines

10 Oct: Those who live in the South Island's Grey District are being urged to avoid non-essential travel as heavy rain floods parts of the area

10 Oct: The Grey Emergency Operation Centre has been activated as floodwaters rapidly rise on the West Coast

09 Oct: Strong winds and heavy rain is forecast for much of the South Island from tonight

09 Oct: NZ’s native lizards are at risk from land development – future policy must ensure better protection

Top Stories

RUGBY
Otago have knocked out Waikato in the first NPC quarter-final, now it's the turn of Bay of Plenty and Tasman to tussle at Tauranga Domain today More...

BUSINESS
Secondary school teachers who are part of the PPTA union have voted to go ahead with strike action More...

Today's News

Rugby:
Otago have knocked out Waikato in the first NPC quarter-final, now it's the turn of Bay of Plenty and Tasman to tussle at Tauranga Domain today 15:27

Entertainment:
King Charles' "fondest hope" is that his new documentary will encourage a new generation to help save the planet 15:26

Cricket:
The White Ferns are taking confidence from a strong seam bowling performance as they look to kick on from their first victory at the Cricket World Cup 14:57

Entertainment:
The Vivienne's sister was in tears as she accepted the Inspiration Award at the 2025 Attitude Awards 14:56

Rugby:
Big wraps from Bay of Plenty coach Richard Watt for teenage halfback Charlie Sinton ahead of this afternoon's NPC quarter-final against Tasman in Tauranga 14:37

Entertainment:
Gene Simmons was rushed to hospital after crashing his car into a parked motor on Tuesday (07.10.25) 14:26

International:
Donald Trump to impose new 100 per cent tariffs on China after Beijing restricts rare earths 14:17

Soccer:
Soccer the name of the game in Borroloola, even reigning over Australian Rules Football 14:16

Motoring:
He's consistently been the fastest New Zealand driver in the Supercars series and now he's cracked the Top Ten Shootout at Bathurst 14:06

Entertainment:
Victoria Beckham "absolutely hated" having husband David as her business partner 13:56

News Search

Power Search