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Asthmatic teen died after ambulance sent on a break
'We were waiting and no one came' - family's distress after failed 111 call.
Boats blown over at Auckland marina as fierce storm lashed region
Power was out to households across the city.
Police say house fire victim died of gunshot wound, appeal for van sightings
Waitaanga home was extensively damaged with a body later found at the scene.
Lost runners rescued from Tararua Forest Park
The pair had been training for an upcoming 32km circuit race in Gore.
Boy found motionless in Auckland pool wanted to touch the bottom, family say
"This is a tragic accident that occurred while swimming."
'Her death must not be in vain': Parents speak ahead of inquest into uni student's party death
The family of Sophia Crestani are still heartbroken more than four years after her death.
Large blaze that engulfed Onehunga hair salon extinguished
The fire was reported just after 5.30pm. At least 12 fire appliances attended.
Emergency incident at Onehunga mall
There has been an emergency incident at Onehunga mall involving fire and police services. Video / Supplied
Nationwide Emergency Mobile Alert test rings out on Kiwis' phones
The alert was broadcast to all capable phones across Aotearoa.
Mayday calls and cancelled ferries: Government considers emergency towing options
There is no emergency towing vessel on standby in NZ to help large ships in strife.
'Keep yourself safe': Northland paramedic reflects on the lives lost in crashes
'No one leaves the same person they were before.'
One person dead after truck and car collide near Hamilton
The road between Hamilton and Te Awamutu reopened just before 7pm.
Northlanders turn up in large numbers to support Road Safety Week 2024
"The road toll is not just some number but somebody’s loved one who died on the road."
Northland emergency services secure ongoing funding after public speaks up
Regional council backs down from proposal to cut support after consultation backlash.
Child injured in Pyes Pa crash discharged from hospital
The crash on Cheyne Rd was reported about 4.11pm.
‘Atrocious’ weather a possible factor in double fatal crash, police say
The crash in rural Canterbury left two dead and one in serious condition.
Police appeal to drone operator near fatal crash scene
One person died in the three-vehicle crash on Sunday.
Lines company workers save motorist stuck in rising Rotorua floodwaters
The eastern North Island is in the firing line on Tuesday.
Person critically injured is airlifted to hospital after Canterbury crash
The crash in rural Canterbury happened around 1.30pm.
New pathway will make a difference at Te Puia
Patient journey eased with tweaks to Te Puia Hospital's helipad.
Waikato rescue helicopter takes stock of April
Last month, the helicopter completed 48 missions.
Civil Aviation Authority to inquire into Northland helicopter crash
Civil Aviation Authority plans to understand what 'exactly' happened and why.
SH5 fatal crash: Police appeal for dashcam footage
One person died in a three-vehicle crash between Tapapa and Maraeroa Rds.
Ruawai firefighter opens up on attending ‘horrifying’ fatal crashes in Northland
"Speed is the biggest contributor to most fatal crashes."
One dead after three-vehicle crash on Waikato-to-Rotorua highway
Police said in an earlier statement the crash was reported at 3.15pm.
Firefighters take on the Sky tower
Firefighters from all around the country take on Auckland's Sky Tower this weekend.
Kiwi charity secures fleet of emergency vehicles for Ukraine frontline
The ambulances are filled with good-quality second-hand tyres and spare stretchers.
Gisborne mayor calls for better Nema comms
Mayor Rehette Stoltz sees further improvements needed with Nema response.
Police allege man who ran into harbour was evading arrest
The man has since been taken to hospital in a serious condition.
WorkSafe will not prosecute Fenz over Muriwai firefighters' deaths in landslide
Dave van Zwanenberg and Craig Stevens died during Cyclone Gabrielle.
'Multiple patients': Trucks and bus collide on SH39 near Ngāhinapōuri
The conditions of the patients are currently unknown.
Ōhakea base achieves round-the-clock fire and rescue availability
Ōhakea serves as a vital alternate airport in New Zealand.
'Not enough' well-trained staff to deal with severe weather events, review finds
'We do not have enough well-trained Nema staff or surge staff to deploy,' the report read.