One dead after jet boat crash near Wanaka
It is the second serious jet boat accident in Central Otago in as many days.
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Firefighters have created a 30m "black-out" zone around the fire area.
Investigation continues into jet boating accident
A woman who was suspected to have broken her leg remains in hospital.
Person seriously injured in Nelson workshop fire
Emergency services were called to the building fire on Rutherford St just before 7am.
Motorcyclist dies after Mt Wellington highway crash
The motorcyclist was critically injured and taken to hospital, where he later died.
Man in 20s rushed to hospital after crash near Okaihau
The car is off the road and the person is lying beside it, police say
'He did not deserve to be killed': Family mourn dead man
"I can't sleep, I can barely eat. Every time I close my eyes I can see it.''
One person seriously injured after car rolls west of Auckland
Drivers are advised to take extra care while travelling in wet conditions.
Man in custody after 'family harm incident' turns into blaze
Police told everyone to lock themselves inside, "someone is running around with a knife".
Boaties rescued after becoming distracted by a large fish
The boaties were taken by surprise when their boat overturned off the coast of Marahau.
Piha floods: Double dam and $45m tunnel among options sent to council
Piha residents asked to build "community resilience" and emergency plans.
Gang members in street: Blood-spattered house linked to drug trade
Patched gang members are seen daily in the street, say neighbours.
Teen injured clearing weeds on remote island
Injured teenager part of team clearing weeds from offshore island.
One dead, five injured following Awakino crash
Emergency services are responding to the incident on State Highway 3.
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"My sister-in-law was sleeping in there. She just got out in time."
18 people treated after chlorine spillage at school
Five crews were in attendance and have cordoned off an area to make it safe.
Courthouse evacuated after 'white powder' find
The New Zealand Defence Force's explosive ordnance disposal team has also been notified.
'Total idiots' behind pyrotechnics display during Nelson fire ban
The display proceeded despite a total ban on lighting any fires in the area.
Flamethrower ignited and blasted during Tasman fire ban
The festival ran all weekend and was located near Upper Takaka.
Forestry block fatality: Young father struck by a log
Colleagues unable to save young father who was hit by a log
Fast-moving fire north of Lake Taupō
Earlier today, a scrub fire was extinguished in Kaingaroa, south of Rotorua.
Ambulances defaced by drivers protesting pay
Ambulances across Auckland have been defaced - by their own drivers.
One person extricated from vehicle after crash
The incident took place on Barrett Rd after 6pm today.
One person dead after serious crash in Wairoa
It appeared the driver was the sole occupant of the vehicle.
Focus: Civil Defence gives latest on Nelson fires
Civil Defence gives latest on Nelson fires.
Editorial: Fire has been well fought
One of New Zealand's largest forest fires appears to have been well fought.
Animal rights activist survives accident, dog hurt
RAV4 flips three times before crashing through a fence and landing in a paddock.
Tasman fire: Evacuated pets and stock in best of hands
"It's our lifework too, to care for animals in any situation."
Rabbit Island, Walters Bluff fires thought to be intentionally lit
Police are seeking information as they continue to investigate the two fires.
Nelson fire: Fears more evacuations will be needed as wind picks up
Another 450 people are ready to evacuate with fears the wind will pick up tomorrow.