World'Couldn't do anything': Deadly Hong Kong fire devours homes of thousandsResidents fled locked windows and smoke-filled homes in the 2000-unit tower.26 Nov 09:04 PM
WorldLiverpool parade attacker pleads guilty to injuring 134 fansThe 54-year-old’s guilty plea came as prosecutors prepared to present evidence.26 Nov 05:51 PM
New ZealandMan seriously injured after incident outside West Auckland mallEmergency services were called to the scene about 2.40pm.26 Nov 03:11 AM
Christchurch ‘A loving father and husband': Tributes flow for Wānaka mountain guide who died on Aoraki Mt CookThomas Vialletet died alongside an American client while trying to ascend the mountain.26 Nov 02:55 AM
WorldFire danger shuts NSW schools as heat and winds worsenTwenty-five public schools across NSW have been closed due to fire risk.26 Nov 12:29 AM
ChristchurchAoraki Mt Cook tragedy: Bodies of two fallen climbers, including US visitor, recovered Thomas Vialletet died alongside the American client while trying to ascend the mountain.25 Nov 08:13 PM
AucklandAuckland G.A.Y nightclub fire now treated as suspicious by policeCCTV footage from inside the club on Karangahape Rd is now being reviewed.25 Nov 03:01 AM
ChristchurchRespected guide among two dead after Aoraki Mt Cook tragedyTwo other members of the group were airlifted from the mountain uninjured.25 Nov 02:59 AM
ChristchurchTwo climbers dead after fall near Aoraki Mt Cook summit, night rescue operation revealedThe pair were roped together when they fell near the summit late last night.25 Nov 01:18 AM
WellingtonTwo more men arrested as 45-year-old killed in Waikanae is named Five people are now in custody in relation to the death of Michael Kenneth Tofts. 24 Nov 10:49 PM
New ZealandCrews continue to battle a large blaze at a plastic recycling facility in WaiukuA toxic smoke warning has been issued after a major fire at a plastic recycling facility in Waiuku. Video / NZ HeraldWatch24 Nov 04:51 PM
WorldCrime scene set after deadly Brisbane blaze leaves suburb reelingNeighbours say a family ran into the street as screams and smoke filled the air.23 Nov 05:50 PM
World‘No patients or staff have been injured’: Hospital roof caves in as Fina strikesGusts of up to 205km/h are battering the Top End as Cyclone Fina intensifies.22 Nov 08:03 PM
AucklandPolice investigating nightclub fire on Auckland's Karangahape RdA fire investigator is set to return to the site today.22 Nov 07:39 PM
New ZealandChild flown to hospital after being trapped under log at RaglanThe child suffered serious injuries before being freed by responders.22 Nov 04:27 AM
New ZealandHouse fire in Northland treated as suspiciousA fire investigator is due at the scene this morning.21 Nov 06:37 PM
ChristchurchPolice appeal for information about second accident 500m from double fatal truck crashTwo died at the scene and another person was airlifted to hospital in serious condition. 20 Nov 11:17 PM
New ZealandTwo dead after car and truck crash on SH1 near TimaruDiversions are in place while the Serious Crash Unit investigates.20 Nov 08:41 AM
WorldFloods kill at least 16 as rescuers pull people from rooftops in VietnamMore than 43,000 homes were submerged as rivers burst past historic highs.20 Nov 06:29 AM
New Zealand'Seconds do matter': St John apologises for wrong defibrillator code in beach deathA witness says St John gave her the wrong access codes for the defibrillator.20 Nov 06:00 AM
AucklandAir NZ flight returns to Auckland after in-flight engineering issueFlight NZ5077 turned around near Mt Taranaki before returning to Auckland.20 Nov 04:21 AM
New ZealandSix dogs impounded after attack injures two in PāpāmoaThe owner of the dogs says she blames herself for the incident.20 Nov 02:23 AM
CrimeTeen dies two days after Manawatū crash between car and truckThe collision involved a car and a truck on Kairanga Bunnythorpe Rd.20 Nov 12:08 AM
AucklandPerson dies after car hits supermarket on Mt Eden roadEmergency services were called to the crash around 10.18am.19 Nov 11:23 PM
New Zealand'Screaming got louder': Police launch homicide investigation after Waikanae deathOne neighbour told RNZ he heard raised voices and what sounded like gunshots.19 Nov 10:52 PM
ChristchurchPolice officer suffers facial injuries, taken to hospital after alleged airport assaultThe officer approached two people who were reportedly behaving in a disorderly manner.19 Nov 08:43 PM
AucklandDeath of woman at Ōtāhuhu housing complex not suspicious, say police The death will be referred to the Coroner.19 Nov 07:52 PM
WorldBoston Dynamics’ robot dog Spot takes on growing police roleMore than 60 police and bomb squads now use Spot across the US and Canada.19 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandTeen praised for rescue effort at popular beach amid defibrillator concernsWitnesses say the Takapuna Beach defibrillator box allegedly failed to open.19 Nov 06:44 AM
New ZealandOne dead after crash closes Canterbury highwayTwo others suffered minor injuries and received treatment at the scene.19 Nov 06:00 AM
CrimeArrow fired into street during tense five-hour standoff which sparked mass evacuationCorey Innocente aimed a crossbow at police and threatened to blow up his house.19 Nov 06:00 AM
AucklandSpark from tools prompts evacuation of large Auckland private schoolAll students were evacuated from the school's buildings as smoke affected some classrooms.19 Nov 04:59 AM
CrimeDefence scientists unveil new foldable, floating rescue deviceA Kiwi-designed tool could dramatically change search-and-rescue missions. Video / Herald NOWWatch18 Nov 09:20 PM
New ZealandThe rural idea keeping Hawke’s Bay’s rescue helicopter flying 'It’s a powerful reminder that the people we serve are standing right beside us.'18 Nov 05:00 PM
