Three people trapped following truck vs car crash in Pukeatua
Three people have been extricated from a car, following a two-vehicle crash in Waipa.
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One resident worried about shaking caused Wellington apartment block evacuation
The building's developer says 'this was in its truest sense, a false alarm'.
Wellington apartment block evacuated due to concerns after quake
Residents said they felt 'shaking', hours after a 5.7 magnitude quake struck.
Car flips and crashes into side of Auckland central building, one in serious condition
One person is in serious condition following a single-vehicle crash in central Auckland this afternoon. Video / NZ Herald
State of emergency in Dunedin and retail spending down | Focus Morning Bulletin October 4, 2024
Extreme weather hits the South Island, data shows decrease in retail spending and Land Search and Rescue asks for help. Video / NZ Herald / George Heard
Firefighter reflects on 60 years of service
Rex Cotter joined the volunteer fire service at 18 and vividly recalls the first day.
One dead in early morning house fire in Porirua
Emergency crews responded to the fire at 2.30am.
Person dies at Paranui Falls, police confirm
St John was notified to the incident at about 11.09am.
Fatal fire in Whitby
Assistant Commander Steve Hudson talks about this morning's fatal blaze in Whitby, Porirua. Video / Mark Mitchell
'Look, it’s too late! Get out!': Mum's desperate plea to son as house burns
‘When we got out it would have been only 30 seconds later when windows started blowing.'
Three people injured after truck and car crash on SH3
One man was seriously injured and was transported to hospital by helicopter.
'Two sisters, two hoarders, two houses': Neighbouring homes go up in flames years apart
Firefighters battled a “totally involved” house fire in Castor Bay for hours overnight.
Three men arrested for arson linked to large fires in Waipawa
The arrests come after weeks of investigation by police.
Paraglider flown to hospital after being critically hurt in fall
Emergency services rushed to scene after reports of fall from height.
Castor Bay house fire: Crews tackle blaze with 10 trucks, occupants safe
Firefighters have been working to extinguish the blaze since before dawn.
Two injured in Auckland crash
One person had to be extricated from a car by Fire and Emergency.
Five hurt in Canterbury road crash; two helicopters fly injured to hospital
Hato Hone St John said five people were taken to hospital via road and helicopter.
Highway fire: Emergency services put out two blazes on Bay of Plenty roadside
The road has now reopened.
'I couldn't stop my tears': 2yo remembered as a ‘happy princess’ after fatal Māngere house fire
"She was a happy princess."
Police Minister Mark Mitchell teary as he remembers fallen officers
Police Minister Mark Mitchell teary as he remembers fallen officers.
Time to spring forward: Daylight saving starts this Sunday
Change clocks this Sunday; remember to check smoke alarm batteries too!
From Hawke’s Bay to Nashville: 'They call it the toughest two minutes of sport'
Firefighters will tackle challenges representative of a real emergency.
People evacuated overnight after blaze in Titahi Bay
A firefighter was injured while battling the blaze.
Smoke seen spewing over Auckland Central as 40 firefighters battle crane fire
About 10 fire crews and 40 firefighters were in attendance shortly after 10pm.
Police charge 22yo man after fatal vehicle incident in Taupō
The man is due to appear in the Taupō District Court next week.
School closes as 'deep-seated' Christchurch fire brings smoke
Nearby residents told to close windows and doors as smoke fills air.
Focus Live: Sydenham fire update
Incident Controller Dave Key speaks to the media about the fire in Sydenham this morning.
One dead after crash in Hamilton East
The crash was reported to emergency services at 12.09pm.
Neil Paton and Brad Edwards prepare for firefighting challenge
Neil Paton and Brad Edwards prepare for firefighting challenge Championship in Nashville. Video / Michaela Gower
One person dead after being trapped in avalanche in Southern Alps
One person has died in an avalanche after becoming trapped during a heli-skiing trip in Mid Canterbury. Video / NZ Herald
Fire engulfs Avondale home, two injured in blaze
A fire investigator is being sent to the scene.
Two injured in house fire on Rosebank Rd, Avondale, Auckland
Fire services were in attendance of a housefire on Rosebank Road, Auckland this morning. Video / NZ Herald
'Lost everything': Appeal for Gisborne family who lost everything in fire
'It’s our turn to give back to someone who has given so much.'