New ZealandCanterbury on fire: Behind the scenes with the volunteer firefightersFirefighters battled wind, heat and exhaustion across Canterbury this week. 13 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandCanterbury fire linked to tyre blowout, crews patrol overnight for flare-upsMultiple crews, tankers, trucks and two helicopters remain at the scene.12 Dec 04:07 AM
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New ZealandChristchurch fatal house fire: Shaken neighbour says victim was in a wheelchairThe blaze destroyed a section of the property, where the woman was found dead.11 Dec 11:52 PM
New Zealand‘Family man above all else’: Wife’s tribute to farmer who died after electric shockChris Allen is known for his contributions to environmental work in the farming space. 11 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandCanterbury wildfires flare back up, public warned to avoid areasTwo separate wildfires in the region have re-ignited with crews returning to contain them.11 Dec 03:18 AM
New ZealandPerson dies in Christchurch house fireThree roads in the area are cordoned off while firefighters work to contain the blaze. 11 Dec 02:19 AM
New ZealandChristchurch dog walker murder: Killer jailed, but avoids life sentenceBailey Messervy has been jailed for life for murdering Nigel Wilson. 10 Dec 11:05 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Burning start to summer a taste of what's to comeOPINION: Fires loom over our summer months as the world warms, climate scientists say.10 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumCricketIs the Basin Reserve still the home of NZ cricket?Mike Thorpe examines its major contender.10 Dec 04:00 PM
EntertainmentWatch: Christchurch school band goes viral again with hit Coldplay performanceAbout 80 students in the band also performed in the famous cover last year.10 Dec 07:56 AM
New ZealandRespected Canterbury farmer electrocuted in 'freak accident' fixing garage door'He was articulate and passionate... but above all else he was just a lovely man.'10 Dec 05:00 AM
New Zealand'Serious concerns' for Christchurch boy, 12, missing for a monthArana, 12, has been missing since November 11. 10 Dec 12:31 AM
New ZealandCanterbury fire cause found: investigators team up with policeFire investigators probe Bridge Hill fire, now controlled after burning 1000ha.09 Dec 11:38 PM
New Zealand'It’s a tragedy': Respected farmer dies in accident'His contribution was massive outside and beyond the farm gate.'09 Dec 10:46 PM
New ZealandWatch: Dashcam footage of 'undertaking' divides opinionThe passing manoeuvre has divided opinion online. 09 Dec 10:26 PM
New ZealandEmergency services scramble to sudden death in Canterbury tonightEmergency services were called to the address at 5.25pm.09 Dec 07:24 AM
New ZealandEvacuating with 14 horses: One Canterbury family's wildfire fears'Not our first evacuation, won't be our last.'09 Dec 03:58 AM
New ZealandOne dead after serious crash on South Island’s Karamea HighwayMotorists are being advised to avoid the area. 09 Dec 01:40 AM
New ZealandPolice investigate if students on camp may have started large Canterbury fireCamps filled with pupils were evacuated soon after the fire broke out.09 Dec 12:23 AM
New ZealandNew wind threat: Wild fire contained but crews prepare for 80km/h winds to hitFirefighters say the priority is to secure the fire's perimeter before the wind picks up. 08 Dec 11:20 PM
New ZealandFirefighters strengthen the perimeter of West Melton fireFirefighters supported by four helicopters strengthen the perimeter of the West Melton fire ahead of strong northwest winds forecast to develop later today. Video / Katie OliverWatch08 Dec 10:28 PM
New ZealandLarge fire in West Melton and Syria celebrates end of Assad regime | NZ Herald News UpdateFire 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 HeraldWatch08 Dec 06:31 PM
New ZealandTwo large fires break out – flames visible over Auckland, evacuations in CanterburyFire and Emergency says a caravan park is being evacuated tonight in West Melton.08 Dec 10:38 AM
New ZealandMissing Canterbury woman found dead after search at beach communityHenriette, 54, last seen at Woodend Beach yesterday morning.08 Dec 06:04 AM
New Zealand'Balmy weather': Warm temperatures remain but wet weather returns after winds fan flare-upsTemperatures will remain in the low to high 20s this week.08 Dec 05:27 AM
New ZealandLarge Canterbury fire expected to be contained SaturdayThe fire closed State Highway 73, burning through more than 1000ha at Bridge Hill.07 Dec 04:09 AM
New ZealandOne dead and another critically hurt in Christchurch crashTwo people were rushed to hospital but one has died, police said.06 Dec 10:09 PM
New ZealandCanterbury fire rages on as Labour continues pressure on the government | NZ Herald News UpdateThe 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.Watch06 Dec 07:15 PM
New ZealandNZ faces ‘extreme fire risk’ as temperatures rise across countryUV levels are also extreme while strong winds predicted to gust up to 150km/h.06 Dec 05:37 PM
New ZealandEngagement trip ruined: Accommodation price hiked by $100 a night – after confirmationBooking.com guest frustrated after price hike forces cancellation of Canterbury stay.06 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandRoad closed, two critical following Canterbury two-vehicle crashTwo people in critical condition and another seriously injured were taken to hospital. 06 Dec 04:10 AM
New ZealandCanterbury Bridge Hill blaze doubles in size, destroys lodge, still not under controlThe fire has spread to 980ha and is still not contained.06 Dec 03:45 AM
New ZealandResidents urged to evacuate amid fears huge fire could reach township overnightCrews are working to contain a 'rash' of fires across the South Island. 05 Dec 06:27 AM
