Firefighters battle ‘well-involved’ house fire in Blockhouse Bay, Auckland
The fire, which started in the roof, was reported to Fenz around 4.30pm.
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One dead after motorcycle crash on Kaipara Coast Highway
The crash was reported about 12.45pm this afternoon.
Multiple Anzac Day crashes as holiday-makers attempt to return home
Two people died and multiple people were seriously injured in crashes across the country.
Flood-impacted Rissington holds Anzac service amid silt and debris
The community has 'had it pretty rough' but knows the importance of remembering Anzac Day.
Horizons starting flood resilience projects
The work in Whanganui is expected to get under way in mid-May.
How to rebuild Hawke's Bay after Cyclone Gabrielle
OPINION: There is no such thing as a 'stable' area on the East Coast, writes Cam Wylie.
Arrest after person rushed to hospital following shooting in West Auckland
Police swooped on an address in Triangle Rd shortly before 10pm.
Two pedestrians injured, road partially closed after crash
The pair were struck by the vehicle just before 6.30pm.
One person critical following motorcycle crash in Hawke’s Bay
The crash occurred on State Highway 2 this afternoon.
Environment Minister allows Auckland Council reprieve on Government intensification push after floods, cyclone
'Extension to enable staff to investigate flooding impacts and its implications': Parker
Flood fallout: Council plots new build rules for storm-lashed areas
People want a home they don't have to flee when dark clouds gather, says Lyall Carter.
Focus: PM Hipkins reacts to findings from the IPCA investigation into the Parliament protest
PM Chris Hipkins reacts to the findings from the IPCA investigation into the Parliament protest while on a visit to Auckland's Chelsea Sugar Factory. Video / NZ Herald
Wait times increase at Whanganui Hospital's emergency department
'It’s not really a quick, simple answer as to why those waiting times have increased.'
Emergency services responding to three-car crash on SH3
Waka Kotahi are warning delays in the area are likely.
Auckland floods: Council chief executive apologises over poor storm response
There was scrambling on a massive scale by mid-afternoon, said Phil Wilson.
State Highway 3 closed after serious crash in Taranaki
Emergency services rushed to the scene around 4.20pm.
Three killed in rented campervan crash; fire brigade speak on devastating call-out
The Herald understands the occupants are from overseas.
'Terrible tragedy': Horror night sees six people killed in road crashes
Roads closed, diversions in place after a tragic night on country's roads.
Tragic night of road crashes, emergency housing crisis & signs of youth crime programme working | Focus Morning Bulletin: 17 April, 2023
At least six dead after a tragic night on roads across NZ, 24,000 applicants for emergency housing and the signs that youth crime programme is helping tamariki not re-offend in the latest New Zealand Herald headlines. Video / NZ Herald
Documents reveal chaotic scenes at Auckland Council during flood
Emails from the day of the record-breaking January floods have been released to RNZ.
'System failure': Damning Auckland flood review finds lack of leadership by mayor, council
“This unprecedented event unfolded with extraordinary speed. Minutes mattered."
Simon Wilson: Hey Wayne, fixing dysfunction starts at the top
The flood report tells Auckland's mayor and his council they all have to do better.
School holidays off to wet and windy start - thunderstorms and rain forecast
It may be time for parents to bring out board games for children.
Project Auckland: Flood protection at work
The transformation of a park involved a vast system to deal with 1-in-100-year deluges.
Project Auckland: Opportunity costs lie in flood and cyclone response
Weather events have left the city with significant damage to public and private assets.
Project Auckland: Resilience key in housing - Kāinga Ora
The recent floods have made Kāinga Ora determined to push on with future-proofed housing.
‘Can’t understand the lack of respect’: Ram-raiders hit gift shop owned by volunteer fire chief
‘Armful’ of watches taken, but jewellery ignored after stolen ute used to smash grille.
Focus: Innocent driver injured after car flees police
Innocent driver injured after fleeing driver smashes into vehicle in South Auckland. Video / NZ Herald
The feeling of being left alone - Hawke’s Bay’s disaster within a disaster
To restore confidence, it's time for the Civil Defence Joint Committee to step aside.
Fenz in Northland receive chainsaws to aid their work
Stihl Whangārei gives away 15 chainsaws to firefighters in Northland.
RNZ to get $25.7m in new funding, new strategy unveiled
RNZ will get $25.7m in new funding, half to run a new platform.
Disgusted! Four defibrillators stolen in Napier
At least four life-saving defibrillators were stolen in Napier in three weeks.
$1b developer can build 422-unit Riverhead retirement project
Objections from Crown, territorial agencies to big project mainly resolved by agreement.
Cyclone Gabrielle: Tourists 'key' to rebooting economy, council's multimillion-dollar weekly roading spend
Documents have revealed more of the cost of Cyclone Gabrielle and the recovery phase.