New ZealandDriver charged after Dunedin crash that left one person deadThe person was arrested after the Wickliffe Rd crash on Monday night.01 Feb 09:56 PM
New ZealandThe most dangerous time to be driving on NZ roadsA new report logged 19,336 fatigue events from more than 900,000 risky drives.01 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandFuel visible in water after Akaroa boat capsize, wildlife teams on standbyThe Black Cat cruise boat had 2240 litres of marine diesel fuel on board.01 Feb 01:41 AM
New ZealandFinger ripped off on popular Auckland hydroslide after ring catches on bolt31 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandWife was 'laughing and talking' with husband on riverbank as tree fatally hit him29 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandPilot, passenger killed in Paekākāriki Hill helicopter crash were pest control contractors29 Jan 04:39 AM
New ZealandGlider crash leaves one person seriously injured near WaiukuFire crews are working to rescue the injured person from a creek.29 Jan 04:10 AM
New ZealandMotorcyclist dies in crash that closes highway near Hanmer SpringsThe motorcyclist died at the scene despite efforts by emergency services.29 Jan 02:30 AM
New ZealandSerious crash closes SH7 near Hanmer Springs, motorists urged to avoid areaSerious injuries have been reported and the Serious Crash Unit is en route.28 Jan 11:59 PM
New ZealandHusband charged with careless driving causing death of wife in crashThe single-vehicle crash occurred on August 9 last year on SH23. 28 Jan 11:39 PM
New ZealandPedestrian dies in hospital after struck by vehicle on Auckland residential streetEmergency services were called to Commodore Dr in Lynfield just after 8am.28 Jan 10:51 PM
New ZealandPilot, passenger's bodies recovered from helicopter crash siteWork is continuing to formally identify the dead and to examine the crash scene.28 Jan 08:53 PM
New ZealandPilot, passenger confirmed dead in helicopter crash north of WellingtonWork is continuing to recover the dead and to examine the crash scene.28 Jan 01:27 AM
ChristchurchFrench national named as e-scooter rider killed by train in ChristchurchEmergency services were called to Addington about 3.30am on Friday.27 Jan 08:51 PM
New ZealandFatal Dannevirke crash: Police name cyclist as local manThe crash was near the Aerodrome Rd intersection about 5.15am on Friday.27 Jan 08:40 PM
WorldUS monster storm kills 30More than 540,000 homes and businesses remain without electricity.27 Jan 07:59 PM
New ZealandRotorua fatal crash victims named, police appeal for dashcam footageThe two-vehicle crash was on SH30 at Tikitere on January 15.26 Jan 10:34 PM
WorldFerry sinking kills 18, leaves 10 missing in south PhilippinesThe MV Trisha Kerstin 3 went down with 344 people listed on its manifest.26 Jan 05:34 PM
AucklandPolice name driver swept away at Mahurangi River crossing near WarkworthPolice said 47-year-old Tekanimaeu Arobati was from Kiribati.26 Jan 08:18 AM
WorldFerry carrying 342 sinks in Philippines, at least eight deadAt least 138 people have been rescued so far, with search efforts ongoing.26 Jan 01:23 AM
New Zealand‘Total loss’: Candle fire leaves Napier home gutted, 'nothing salvageable'Working smoke alarms alerted residents to a fire caused by candles in the living room. 26 Jan 12:50 AM
AucklandHigh winds close Auckland Harbour Bridge, traffic banked for kilometresAuckland's Harbour Bridge is facing repeated closures causing big delays for motorists.24 Jan 02:26 AM
New ZealandOne dead, one critical after serious Clutha incidentA police scene guard is in place as a full forensic examination continues.23 Jan 07:37 AM
AucklandMotorcyclist dies in Auckland motorway high-speed crashPolice say the rider failed to stop for motorway patrol before the crash.22 Jan 09:19 PM
WorldFinal death toll from Spain's rail disaster is 45The high-speed collision in Andalusia has left 45 people dead and more than 120 hurt.22 Jan 07:43 PM
New ZealandNZ Herald Headlines | Friday, January 23, 2026Morning Headlines | Rescue efforts continue following landslides, politicians descend on Rātana and Trump and Zelensky have a 'good' talk. | Friday, January 23, 2026Watch22 Jan 07:40 PM
New ZealandTravel warning: SH5 reopens after truck crash near WaipungaPolice warn the highway may be closed for several hours for clean-up.22 Jan 12:24 AM
WorldSpain train drivers call strike after deadly accidentsCatalonia’s main commuter rail services are halted for urgent safety checks.21 Jan 06:34 PM
CrimePolice search for ute after pedestrian seriously hurt in Nelson hit-and-runPolice are seeking a grey double-cab ute with a snorkel that fled the scene.21 Jan 01:20 AM
