WorldAt least 22 dead after crane collapses on to passenger train in ThailandThe crane was working on part of a $9.4b China-backed high-speed rail project.14 Jan 06:16 AM
AucklandBus crashes into power pole in West Auckland, driver escapes serious injuryThe pole is now leaning against a building on Portage Rd.14 Jan 04:42 AM
New ZealandSerious injuries after vehicle flips on Southern MotorwayPolice said the crash involved a car and a truck, which was reported at 10.50am.Watch14 Jan 12:27 AM
EntertainmentPop star and his band killed in plane crash after revealing fatal premonition11 Jan 07:40 PM
New ZealandWoman hurt in fall from boot of moving car as kids bonnet surfed – policePolice say she is in hospital after suffering a brain bleed in the incident.09 Jan 11:00 PM
WorldRubbish dump collapse: Rescue workers race to find 38 missingThe collapse hit afternoon workers at Cebu's Binaliw Landfill in the Philippines.09 Jan 04:03 AM
New ZealandThree people injured in three-vehicle crash in Lower KaimaiThe crash happened about 3pm. 09 Jan 03:14 AM
AucklandCrash family fundraiser tops $1000 as social media backlash grows over driver claimsPolice say the alleged driver blew zero for alcohol after the crash.09 Jan 03:00 AM
New ZealandHarbourmaster warns of rising risks as old boats sink and ships dodge small craftA concrete ship narrowly missed a small boat anchored mid-channel in Shell Cut.08 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandOne dead after two motorbikes crash in Tararua districtThe road remains closed with diversions in place.08 Jan 03:16 AM
New ZealandNZ Herald Afternoon Headlines | Thursday, January 8, 2026Afternoon Headlines | Trump discusses Greenland purchase and ACC funds more than 48,000 gym injuries | Thursday, January 8, 2026Watch08 Jan 01:21 AM
AucklandPerson seriously hurt after being trapped under vehicle in AucklandEmergency crews lifted the vehicle to free the trapped person.08 Jan 12:13 AM
WorldTeen dies in quad bike crash in Tasmania, just after death of brotherA friend behind a fundraiser says 16yo was 'having fun, spending time with friends'.07 Jan 09:08 PM
New ZealandElderly Wānaka man who died after being trapped under vehicle at home is named Police say David Simmers, 85, was unable to be revived.07 Jan 08:38 PM
AucklandSeventh road death of 2026 after rural crash north of AucklandThe crash closed Pine Valley Rd for several hours yesterday and left one other injured.07 Jan 07:25 PM
New ZealandVideo shows moments before Ferris wheel fall at popular Christchurch music festivalVideo footage captures the moments leading up to festivalgoers falling from a Ferris wheel at a popular music festival in Christchurch. Video / SuppliedWatch07 Jan 04:00 AM
AucklandSerious crash shuts Dairy Flat road as Auckland motorways hit by chaosPolice shut all northbound lanes at Greville Rd from about 10.50am.06 Jan 10:32 PM
WorldHuman head believed to be that of missing WA snorkeller Wen ‘Walter’ Gu foundPolice say the remains were found on Fence Reef Beach, north of Ledge Point.06 Jan 10:28 PM
WorldPasser-by saves dog walker who fell into frozen lakeThe men spent up to 15 minutes in the icy water before reaching safety.06 Jan 09:22 PM
OpinionI broke my back in a mountain bike crash, now every descent is a bonusOPINION: I still remember the sound of the helicopter blades echoing through the trees.06 Jan 05:00 PM
New ZealandThirteen injured after truck and van crash in Far NorthSeven patients were taken to Kaitāia Hospital, including three in moderate condition.05 Jan 10:00 PM
WorldTea leaves spilt from truck trigger fatal, multi-vehicle crash in JapanThe leaves ended up scattered along a 500m stretch of road in Tochigi prefecture.05 Jan 07:01 AM
New ZealandDebris on road: Two injured in Eleventh Ave crashEmergency services were called to the two-car accident about 5pm.05 Jan 06:13 AM
WorldMan's stomach ruptures after drinking cocktail with liquid nitrogen at holiday partyGuests reported that they were not warned of the risks of consuming the substance05 Jan 03:00 AM
ChristchurchOne dead after serious crash south of ChristchurchEmergency services were called to Jones Rd shortly after 7.45am this morning.05 Jan 12:04 AM
WorldTributes for inflatable castle survivor killed in e-bike crashLucas Reid, 15, died after his e-bike hit a telephone pole on New Year’s Eve.04 Jan 11:02 PM
WorldBoxer, 18, died saving friend in Swiss bar fireThe blaze at Le Constellation bar killed 40 people and injured 119 others.04 Jan 09:10 PM
