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Two vehicle crash leaves people in critical condition
Police responded to a two-vehicle crash on Junction Road near the intersection with Waiwakaiho Road West, Burgess Park. Video / Supplied
Total fire ban for all of Northland as 11ha blaze in scrub contained
Far North fire crews have managed to contain a large blaze in vegetation at Mangakahia.
Major flood warnings issued as ex-Cyclone Alfred hits NSW, Queensland
Anthony Albanese has issued a warning to residents as Alfred continues to threaten homes.
Troops seriously injured in crash as ex-cyclone batters Australia; missing man found dead
13 people were injured after two Australian Defence Force vehicles crashed in NSW.
Five helicopters, 50 firefighters battling to contain Far North blaze
Early indications suggest the large vegetation fire was caused by sparks from a grinder.
SH25 cleared after after logging truck hit power pole near Whangamatā
Police said contractors were at the scene and there were no reports of injuries.
Number of wildfires on the rise, Fire and Emergency says
In New Zealand, 99% of wildfires are caused by people.
‘Staying clear’: US rap star Ice Cube stranded in Australian hotel amid cyclone
'The beach looks like it is going to be in the lobby in a minute,' the star said.
Death in Wairoa: Police treat case as unexplained
Emergency services found him unresponsive on Lucknow St at about 4pm.
Person seriously injured as crash closes Totara St
Emergency services were called about 4pm, police say.
‘Life-threatening’: Cyclone Alfred’s impact prompts urgent evacuations
Many are changing flights; officials are opening 12 evacuation centres.
Car and rail maintenance vehicle collide in Matamata
Police say the collision between two vehicles on a railway crossing happened at 8.50am.
Road now open after car rolls on expressway bridge
One person in a moderate condition was transported to Hawke’s Bay Hospital.
Early morning blaze at Tauranga Marina destroys two boats
Five fire trucks and three support vehicles attended the scene.
Pāpāmoa Fire Brigade retires siren
Pāpāmoa's fire brigade has retired its siren for emergencies.
SH2 closed in two places after serious crashes in Bay of Plenty and Wairarapa
Fire and Emergency say people are trapped.
Police to open new training facility in Auckland to boost recruit numbers
The location is yet to be confirmed.
‘If I die who will look after my son’: Hero couple tell how they helped three stab victims
'It’s still in my mind, the shouting, [and begging] save us,' witness tells Herald.
‘A very bad scene’: Shock after three stabbed in Auckland altercation
Police say those involved in the incident knew each other.
Students claim man tried to get them into his vehicle
Police and school staff are warning students not to accept rides from stranger
Top businessman pulled face-down from surf ahead of TV appearance
Rescuers performed CPR and used a defibrillator before the man was airlifted to hospital.
Pilot injured after plane makes forced landing inland from Manawatū coast
The pilot activated a personal locator beacon about 12.50pm.
Whangārei suburb on edge as police and ambulances flood Onerahi streets
A police cordon on Beach Rd, Onerahi, where a shooting in a waterfront reserve was reported. Video / Denise Piper
Plane crash at Tauranga Airport prompts investigation
A person trapped in the plane was rescued using special equipment.
Homicide probe: Man found dead on doorstep
Police urge anyone with information to call 105.
Downtown Auckland brawl leaves man seriously injured, police investigating
CCTV footage is being reviewed to identify those involved.
Police shoot runaway bull after two people injured in Hamilton
Emergency services were alerted to a 'loose bull running around'.
Police investigate ‘unexplained’ death in Bay of Plenty
Police urge anyone with information to call 105.
‘Forever in your debt’: Family speak out after man died saving brother on Lake Taupō
Vincent, 36, died at Acacia Bay while saving his brother’s life in January.
One person taken to hospital after two-vehicle crash in Hamilton
The crash happened on Abbotsford and Victoria Sts in Hamilton about 4.35pm today.
‘Quite shocking’: Witness describes stopping car that ran over woman, police speaking to 82yo driver
The woman was left in a critical condition after she was struck by a car.
Neighbours recall ‘large boom’ as Christchurch house fire erupts
Five fire crews responded to the blaze at Clotilda Place, Bishopdale.
German national remains in critical condition after Courtenay Place crash
Witnesses say pedestrian was carried 15m down the street until she was thrown off car.