New ZealandOne person has died following a house fire in Hornby, ChristchurchEmergency services are attending the scene of a fatal house fire on Dickson Crescent in the suburb of Hornby at 12:55 PM. Video / George HeardWatch11 Dec 04:14 AM
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 ZealandPort Hills fire, ferry fury and Wellington cost crunch | Focus Morning Bulletin February 15, 2024Watch14 Feb 07:58 PM
New ZealandFive weeks to extinguish Port Hills fireThe blaze started as two separate fires at Early Valley and Marleys Hill on February 13.19 Apr 10:29 PM
New ZealandChristchurch fires cost $18mInsurers are counting the cost after February's devastating blazes.13 Apr 06:51 PM
New ZealandHero pilot made mayday call before crashSteve Askin was killed in a crash in the Port Hills while fighting fires near Sugar Loaf.06 Apr 07:03 PM
New ZealandPort Hills fires: Arson or not?Fire investigators have still not determined if two fires on the Port Hills are arson.05 Apr 06:25 PM
New ZealandLetter describes how SAS hero saved livesChopper pilot Steve Askin's family receive letter from woman who says he saved her life.30 Mar 05:27 PM
New ZealandGenerous gesture surprises firefightersA grateful community says thanks to the volunteer firefighters who fought the recent blazes in Christchurch.02 Mar 06:29 PM
New ZealandChristchurch asked to conserve waterChristchurch residents are being asked to conserve water while water levels are restored following the Port Hills fires.26 Feb 07:56 PM
New ZealandPort Hills fires: 11 cordons still activeEleven cordons are still up and 150 firefighters on the ground in Christchurch.26 Feb 04:15 AM
New ZealandFree GP visits after Port Hills firesPeople affected by fires may be entitled to free doctor visits.23 Feb 01:50 AM
New ZealandSatellite pictures show fire devastationBurned vegetation clear in satellite images of Christchurch Port Hills.22 Feb 08:29 PM
New ZealandSwimming pool helps save Port Hills housesA swimming pool - and quick thinking - helped save the Port Hills last week.22 Feb 01:43 AM
New ZealandWatch: Port Hills helicopter uses pool to fill up monsoon bucketSource: Canterbury PoliceWatch21 Feb 10:35 PM
New ZealandWatch: Christchurch Mayor gives update on Port Hills fireChristchurch Mayor Lianne Dalziel gives an update on the Port Hills fire and announces extension of State for EmergencyWatch21 Feb 12:10 AM
New ZealandPort Hills: State of emergency extendedThe Port Hills will be in a state of emergency for another seven days after last week's fire.20 Feb 11:10 PM
New Zealand'No mother wants a dead hero'While stories of chopper pilot's courage in fighting the Taliban were shared, mum Leslie spoke about true heroes making a difference in people's lives.20 Feb 03:23 AM
New ZealandHero family: 'We will sing, we will pray'The family of the helicopter pilot killed while fighting the Port Hills' fires have given him a final gift.19 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandFallen pilot's family: 'Thank you'The wife of the pilot and war hero killed when his helicopter crashed as he fought the Port Hills fires is "amazed" by the support for her family.18 Feb 10:46 PM
New ZealandFire evacuees given access to homesFire cordons in Port Hills are being lifted, to give people a few hours' access to their homes.18 Feb 07:42 PM
New ZealandWeather threatens to flare up Port HillsWith temperatures expected to heat up this week, fire crews are racing against the clock to contain the Port Hills blaze and prevent any further loss.18 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandPort Hills residents get temporary accessPort Hills residents will have temporary access to their property so they can collect essential items and check on pets today.18 Feb 11:02 AM
New ZealandPublic warned against exploring Port HillsCivil Defence is reminding the public that the Port Hills fire and surrounding zones are off limits to everyone, including recreational users.18 Feb 06:16 AM
New ZealandLight rain and winds help firefighter contain fireAuthorities working to contain the Port Hills fire are being helped by drizzle, which is forecast to turn to light rain this afternoon.18 Feb 12:51 AM
New Zealand'Spitting on a BBQ': Fight against flamesThe Herald speaks with the Rural Fire Service crew, and their ongoing effort in controlling the fires.17 Feb 11:00 PM
