Police investigate if students on camp may have started large Canterbury fire
Camps filled with pupils were evacuated soon after the fire broke out.
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New wind threat: Wild fire contained but crews prepare for 80km/h winds to hit
Firefighters say the priority is to secure the fire's perimeter before the wind picks up.
Firefighters strengthen the perimeter of West Melton fire
Firefighters supported by four helicopters strengthen the perimeter of the West Melton fire ahead of strong northwest winds forecast to develop later today. Video / Katie Oliver
Large fire in West Melton and Syria celebrates end of Assad regime | NZ Herald News Update
Fire crews battle to contain a large fire in Canterbury's West Melton overnight and Syria celebrates the end of the Assad family's 50-year regime. Video / NZ Herald
Two large fires break out – flames visible over Auckland, evacuations in Canterbury
Fire and Emergency says a caravan park is being evacuated tonight in West Melton.
Missing Canterbury woman found dead after search at beach community
Henriette, 54, last seen at Woodend Beach yesterday morning.
'Balmy weather': Warm temperatures remain but wet weather returns after winds fan flare-ups
Temperatures will remain in the low to high 20s this week.
Large Canterbury fire expected to be contained Saturday
The fire closed State Highway 73, burning through more than 1000ha at Bridge Hill.
One dead and another critically hurt in Christchurch crash
Two people were rushed to hospital but one has died, police said.
Canterbury fire rages on as Labour continues pressure on the government | NZ Herald News Update
The fire on Castle Hill, Canterbury continues to burn as it has since Thursday this week. Labour continues to press the governments policies as Franklin road prepares to re-open.
NZ faces ‘extreme fire risk’ as temperatures rise across country
UV levels are also extreme while strong winds predicted to gust up to 150km/h.
Engagement trip ruined: Accommodation price hiked by $100 a night – after confirmation
Booking.com guest frustrated after price hike forces cancellation of Canterbury stay.
Road closed, two critical following Canterbury two-vehicle crash
Two people in critical condition and another seriously injured were taken to hospital.
Canterbury Bridge Hill blaze doubles in size, destroys lodge, still not under control
The fire has spread to 980ha and is still not contained.
Residents urged to evacuate amid fears huge fire could reach township overnight
Crews are working to contain a 'rash' of fires across the South Island.
Aoraki/Mt Cook rescue: Search remains on hold amid strong winds
Three climbers have been missing since Monday and are presumed dead from a fatal fall.
Killer confession: A prison yard bombshell and the jailbirds’ crusade to find a body
Kurt Bayer reports on a dramatic twist to Christchurch real estate agent’s horror murder.
Capturing a killer: How murdered woman's phone led police to her shallow grave
Top cop lifts the lid on Yanfei Bao murder probe - and reveals how they got their man.
Watch: Slain agent's partner says justice has been done after Chinese national found guilty of murder
The case against Tinjun Cao was described by the Crown as an ‘absolute slam dunk’.
'Absolutely shattered': Friends, family of climber missing on Mt Cook pay tribute
The search for the three foreigners will not be able to continue until tomorrow.
Aoraki Mt Cook search: Police reveal grave concerns for missing climbers
The three climbers are believed to have suffered a fatal fall.
Beat the Heat: Best swimming spots in each region
From Northland to Canterbury, here are the best spots to cool off in.
Oxford baby death: Woman charged with neglect after infant's death
Two-month-old Kevin Chen died on August 5.
DHL says Christchurch Airport $42m gateway will support exporters, importers
Fast X-ray screening capabilities will also be present at the net-zero emissions site.
Korean ski champs crash: Fourth person dies in hospital months later
The fourth person died yesterday after being in hospital since the crash in August.
'I was hoping he’d get up': Trainer speaks at inquest into charity boxer's death
Early into fight, it was clear Kain Parsons' opponent had more power, inquest hears.
Christchurch woman shot dead by 14-year-old daughter in US
The teen has been charged with her mother's murder.
High nitrate levels trigger health warning for South Canterbury residents
Do-not-drink notice issued in Waimate as nitrate levels breach safe limits.
Canterbury on Lotto streak as three winners become millionaires in four days
It's been a massive week of Lotto wins across the region.
Boy racer crackdown: 38 infringement notices, 11 vehicles ordered off road in Southland
Police were joined by VTNZ vehicle inspectors, stopping 36 vehicles during the operation.
'I asked him not to participate': Inquest into shock charity boxing death
Kain Parsons died after injuries sustained in the ring in 2018.
Temperatures forecast to exceed 30C across NZ this week
According to MetService, Gisborne is set to reach a scorching 32C on Wednesday.
'Living hell': Single mum triggered by 'nightmare' neighbours
With four girls, including a 4-year-old, Sarah said she doesn't feel safe.
Four injured following jetboat crash on Rakaia River, Mid Canterbury
Emergency services received the report around 7pm.