New ZealandA parent's worst nightmare: Toddler tips hot oil on himselfAuckland Westpac Rescue Helicopter got them to hospital, fast. Here's what happened first.15 Jul 05:25 PM
New ZealandMan in 50s seriously injured in bull attackThe man was flown to Whangārei Base Hospital in a serious condition.14 Jan 01:59 AM
New ZealandBaby born in the air, sinking boats - it's all in a day's workThe Herald takes you behind the scenes of a team who saved hundreds of lives this year.29 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandRecord year: Auckland's rescue helicopter crews busier in 2021 than in past 50 yearsIt's been a busy Christmas period for the crews of Auckland's rescue helicopters.28 Dec 06:29 PM
New ZealandFlying fox incident leaves woman critically injuredThe accident happened around 7pm last night.24 Dec 05:21 PM
New Zealand'We're supposed to be strong': First responders open up about mental healthFormer and current first responders support the establishment of a homestead retreat.31 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandFisherman rescued from 8m cliff after getting swept off rocks at RaglanThe man had been swept off rocks while fishing but was eventually rescued.05 Sep 10:42 PM
New ZealandDemand for doctors in helicopters at all-time highDr Alana Harper reflects on 10 years of the service.28 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandWatch: Teen seriously hurt after falling down beach cliff-faceThe boy had to be winched into a chopper after falling and landing on a precarious ledge.13 Aug 04:50 AM
New ZealandSpecialist White Island response crew discussed before tragedyIn tragic timing, a response simulation had also been planned for 2 months after eruption.15 May 05:00 PM
New Zealand'We flew over there': Woman recalls finding man standing on burning boat after engine exploded'I have this image of [the father] waving his arms in the air.'04 May 07:39 AM
New ZealandParaglider seriously injured after 'hard landing' at Muriwai beachDue to the seriousness of the man's injuries he was airlifted to Auckland Hospital.03 May 09:40 PM
New ZealandGroup of adults and kids rescued after boat nose dives crossing Manukau BarBoaties got into trouble after their boat hit notorious bar.21 Apr 10:52 PM
New Zealand'How am I going to tell his children he's dead?'Life-saving nurse, still carrying injury from earlier CPR effort, almost turned back.03 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandDramatic image of Manukau Harbour rescue, four saved from sinking boatSinking boaties have been saved by recreational fishers on Manukau Harbour.27 Mar 01:43 AM
New ZealandFishermen left clinging to chilly bin saved in second water rescue near Thames in a weekPolice urge boaties to show care after second dramatic water rescue this week.11 Feb 09:54 PM
New Zealand'Catastrophic loss': Well-known businessman dies in accidentGraeme Rutherford generously supported schools and his local bowling club.23 Jan 06:59 AM
SportDriver hurt in high-speed racetrack crashThe man was flown to Waikato Hospital in a serious condition after the crash.09 Jan 01:36 AM
New ZealandTeen swimmers rescued: Lifesavers' hectic New Year on Auckland beachesIt was a busy start to 2021 for lifesavers patrolling popular beaches around Auckland.01 Jan 09:57 PM
New ZealandTwo flown to hospital after crash on Kaipara Coast HighwayEmergency services were called to the scene about 1pm today.19 Dec 01:28 AM
New Zealand'It was a normal delivery, apart from being in a helicopter' - Baby born in chopperThe 8-minute journey from Waiheke to Auckland City Hospital was too long.18 Oct 09:21 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandFerocious weather first claimed their life raft, and then their yacht. This is how three Kiwi sailors survivedHelp came from above, and just in time.16 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandFisherman missing after falling into water near Auckland beachA police Eagle helicopter was unable to find this fisherman this afternoon.05 Oct 06:48 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandFrom remote bush to city hospital: Mercy dash for tramper suffering heart attackWhen Rogan Miller needed help in the bush, it came from above.26 Sep 04:00 PM
New ZealandSkydiver in critical condition after 'very hard landing' in Parakai, West AucklandEmergency services were called shortly after 10am.25 Sep 11:50 PM
New ZealandRescue chopper called after man fell from cliff at Army BayMan reportedly has a shoulder injury and is being attended to by rescue helicopter medics.09 Aug 02:19 AM
New ZealandSylvia Park food court gets 'deep clean' after visit from South Korean caseThe food court was closed for a "full deep clean".31 Jul 01:03 AM
New ZealandThirty-seven years of rescue, time to hang up the helmetAfter 37 years, Greg Brownson hands back the keys to the Westpac Rescue Helicopter.30 Jul 06:04 AM
New ZealandOne injured in Waimauku SH16 smash: Helicopter called inMotorists warned to expect delays after crash near Waimauku.27 Jul 02:07 AM
New ZealandCovid-19: Doctor outraged rescue helicopter trusts given patient detailsDoctor outraged over helicopter rescue trusts receiving daily list of Covid-19 patients.09 Jul 08:15 PM
New ZealandLive: Todd Muller: MP 'went behind my back'; his only option was to stand-downWhy Hamish Walker had to go.08 Jul 07:14 PM
New ZealandMichelle Boag: Yes, that really happenedThis isn't the only incident that's landed her in hot water over the years.07 Jul 09:47 PM
New ZealandLive: 'Others' fingerprints all over this': Police Minister on Nats' Covid privacy breachI simply can't believe that this is just Michelle Boag and Hamish Walker07 Jul 08:44 PM
New ZealandTwo hunters hurt in first 48 hours of alert level 2Both suffered knife injuries.16 May 05:13 AM
