Latest fromAccidents

Workers' mental injuries may be covered - ACC
Workers caught up in last month's Christchurch earthquake may be eligible for emotional trauma compensation from ACC even if they weren't physically hurt.

'Unsolicited approaches' to buy Pike River - receiver
A number of parties have already shown interest in buying the Pike River Coal mine, even though it's not yet officially for sale, says Receiver John Fisk.

Helicopter crashes in Fiordland
A helicopter carrying two people has crashed in Fiordland.

One dead after truck rolls on Desert Road
One person is dead after a truck and trailer unit rolled north of Waiouru in the central North Island late last night.

Pike River families to receive at least $190k
The families of the 29 men killed in the Pike River mine disaster will each receive a minimum of $190,000 from the Pike River Disaster Relief Trust.

Wellington ferry struck by wild seas
The East by West Dominion Post ferry was hit by huge waves in Wellington Harbour where students and crew became trapped.

Ferry passengers safe
Commuters on a ferry have been rescued in Wellington Harbour this morning, after a large wave was believed to have knocked one person overboard in Worser Bay.