WorldFirefighter killed, homes destroyed as bushfires rip through NSW and southeast QueenslandMore than 18 homes have now been confirmed destroyed on the Central Coast.07 Dec 11:30 PM
WorldLifeguards save dog swept a kilometre out to sea by rip currentAn AirTag on Sadie’s collar let her owners race to the beach in time.07 Dec 08:56 PM
New ZealandKnife attack in car during drug deal ends in collision with heritage park buildingThe victim crashed through a fence into Nelson’s Founders Heritage Park while fleeing.07 Dec 06:00 AM
ChristchurchCrews, choppers battle out-of-control vegetation fire in North CanterburyThe blaze began when a burn pile near Broomfield spread to a paddock and hedge.07 Dec 02:53 AM
New Zealand'Avoid the area': Major Waikato highway closed following vehicle fireEmergency services were called to the scene at about 2.20pm.07 Dec 02:40 AM
New ZealandTramper dies after beacon activated in remote West Coast bushThe tramper's body could not be recovered until the weather cleared on Saturday.07 Dec 02:19 AM
AucklandWatch: Audi erupts in flames during Auckland street raceWitnesses filmed two cars racing side by side moments before the crash. 06 Dec 10:28 PM
WorldGoulburn River National Park bushfire burns 9000ha in NSW scorcherMore than 50 fires were burning across New South Wales on Saturday afternoon.06 Dec 07:32 AM
AucklandMulti-car crash flips vehicle and chokes central Auckland trafficAn elderly driver was freed from a white Toyota that flipped onto its side.06 Dec 03:05 AM
WellingtonFive injured as car and van collide in Kumeū, road blockedOne person is in a serious condition in North Shore Hospital.06 Dec 12:36 AM
New ZealandPerson critically injured in Papakura shooting, alleged offender on the runPolice say those involved are believed to be known to each other.05 Dec 10:54 PM
New ZealandPerson taken to hospital after Queenstown fireThe fire started in a residential garage on Hallenstein St at 7.11am.05 Dec 07:37 PM
Christchurch‘Deep regret': Daycare centre speaks out after children suffer chemical burnsIt is believed a chemical detergent for the centre's kitchen steriliser unit was used.05 Dec 02:21 AM
New ZealandWatch: Emergency services swarm Christchurch daycare centreMultiple patients were transported to hospital following what has been described as a chemical burn incident at the daycare facility.Watch05 Dec 01:24 AM
AucklandQuiet inner-city Auckland street jolted awake as car ploughs into houseOne person was taken to hospital in a moderate condition.04 Dec 11:50 PM
New ZealandBay of Plenty highway closed after two-vehicle crash, three seriously injuredEmergency services were called to the scene about 5.50pm.04 Dec 06:30 AM
World'She was our warrior': Family seek answers after mortuary discovers woman aliveMortuary staff found Olive Martin moving and gripping, despite being certified dead.03 Dec 09:20 PM
WorldHong Kong fire death toll hits 159 after towers searchedVictims range from a 1-year-old baby to a 97-year-old resident.03 Dec 05:35 PM
New Zealand'Constant explosions': Car catches fire on Christchurch central streetFire crews were called to Gloucester St, Linwood, about 6.45pm.03 Dec 06:43 AM
Wellington'Could have been fatal': Attacker on the run after man stabbed in central WellingtonPolice say any of the stab wounds to his back could have been fatal.03 Dec 01:58 AM
AucklandSecond teen charged with murder over Auckland bus stop killing of Kyle WhorrallWhorrall was attacked at a bus stop in April and died in hospital.03 Dec 01:57 AM
WorldPrincipal stabbed at Melbourne school; fellow staff member charged by policePrincipal Aaron Sykes, 43, is in hospital but reported to be recovering well.02 Dec 11:21 PM
WorldHong Kong fire probe: 14 suspects arrested over substandard netting, 151 deadAt least 10 foreign nationals are among the 151 confirmed dead so far.01 Dec 05:24 PM
New ZealandTwo children in critical condition after serious Wellsford crashSH1 between State Highway 16 and Davies Rd closed after the crash.01 Dec 06:08 AM
New ZealandDriver airlifted to hospital in serious condition after logging truck rolls in South OtagoThe logging truck rolled on Coe Rd near Stony Creek just after 11am.01 Dec 01:27 AM
ChristchurchE-scooter ignites late-night blaze inside Christchurch homeFirefighters were called to the Woolston property just after 11pm.30 Nov 11:13 PM
BusinessOne NZ hit with $1.1m penalty for breaching emergency call obligationsOne NZ said it took its responsibilities under the 111 Contact Code seriously.30 Nov 09:25 PM
Entertainment'I can't breathe': JoJo Siwa rushed to hospital before Black Friday showDoctors found a burst ovarian cyst was bleeding into JoJo Siwa's stomach.30 Nov 04:49 AM
AucklandCentral Auckland hotel evacuatedGuests at the Edit Hotel were evacuated as smoke spread through the tower.29 Nov 10:56 PM
WorldHong Kong fire: Thousands pay tribute to 128 dead at Tai Po estateThree days of official mourning began, with flags at half-mast across the city.29 Nov 09:45 PM
WorldWoman rescued from remote Western Australia cave after 12-hour ordealCrews worked through the night with specialist gear to reach the cave.29 Nov 09:29 PM
TalanoaTahiti landslide kills eight, including child, as probe into building safety beginsAbout 200 rescuers, drones and an army helicopter searched day and night.29 Nov 01:48 AM
WorldHong Kong begins three days of mourning for 128 victims of deadly blazeAround 200 people remain missing, with 89 bodies still unidentified.29 Nov 01:19 AM
New ZealandBody found after vehicle crashes into Wairoa RiverPolice believe they have found everyone from inside the vehicle, but divers will check.28 Nov 10:35 PM
