New ZealandFirefighters thanked as Whangārei fire brought under controlThe fire, which covered 20ha on Thursday, is now under control.10 Jan 03:35 AM
New ZealandWhat the LA fires would look like in NZ cities - map expertFires called a stark reminder for NZ: 'You don’t have to live rurally to be affected.'09 Jan 11:32 PM
New ZealandKiwi in Los Angeles describes ‘ghost town’ as wildfires rampage across the city'It just looked like a ghost town going through downtown LA'. 09 Jan 10:54 PM
New ZealandLos Angeles wildfires continue and firefighters battle Whangārei scrub fire | NZ Herald News UpdateWildfires continue to burn across Los Angeles and firefighters continue to battle scrub fire east of Whangārei. Video / NZ HeraldWatch09 Jan 06:02 PM
World'It can’t be real': Football Ferns captain’s home destroyed in LA wildfire'Our entire neighbourhood is gone.'09 Jan 04:29 PM
New ZealandWhangārei scrub fire updateFire and Emergency NZ operations manager Denis Cooper provides an update on the fire in Whangārei scrub fire.Watch09 Jan 05:56 AM
New ZealandWhangārei fire: Home still under threat, firefighting efforts to stretch across three daysThe cause of the fire is not yet know but an investigation will take place on Friday.09 Jan 05:18 AM
New ZealandSmoke visible above WaikarakaA helicopter with a monsoon bucket can be seen over Waikaraka, Whangārei where smoke is visible. Video / Rachel MaherWatch09 Jan 01:29 AM
New ZealandRestricted fire season for Waikato Districts from FridayRestricted fire season in Waikato begins at 9am on January 10.08 Jan 11:23 PM
New ZealandEarly morning house fire in Napier treated as suspiciousNapier firefighters tackle suspicious fire at empty house in Maraenui.08 Jan 09:04 PM
EntertainmentLA fires: Reality TV star Spencer Pratt shared dramatic videos of the wildfires on SnapchatThe home he shared with wife Heidi Montag and their children burned down in a blaze. Video / Spencer PrattWatch08 Jan 07:33 PM
New ZealandSinkhole opens in wealthy Auckland streetIt's believed a chasm of up to 2sq m lies underneath the ruptured road.08 Jan 12:40 AM
New ZealandA sinkhole has appeared on Waitematā St in St Mary's BayA sinkhole has appeared in St Mary's Bay, revealing old brickwork beneath the road. Video / M. Video / Michael CraigWatch08 Jan 12:24 AM
New ZealandWatch: Fire at recycling plant extinguished after sending thick smoke into airPlumes of black smoke billowing into the air could be seen from the Southern Motorway.07 Jan 10:56 PM
New ZealandFire breaks out at Takanini recycling facilityThere has been a big fire break out at a Takanini recycling facility. Video / SuppliedWatch07 Jan 10:42 PM
World‘Not safe to return or leave’: Grim bushfire warning issued in AustraliaVictoria Emergency earlier warned to 'act immediately to survive'.07 Jan 10:26 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessWhakaari White Island tour company owes $8.5m, liquidators sayJust $53,000 in assets as liquidators work to sell what they can.07 Jan 10:26 PM
PremiumPremiumBusiness'Massive accumulation' at Kāinga Ora houseTenant denied claims his house was a fire risk or pest hotspot.07 Jan 09:14 PM
New ZealandRecalled bathroom heaters linked to two house firesFire risk prompts ban on Serene wall-mounted bathroom heaters.07 Jan 08:58 PM
New Zealand‘Vehicles pretty banged up’: Five people injured in serious Waikato crash, SH1 reopensA witness on the scene moments after the crash said both vehicles were badly damaged. 07 Jan 05:36 PM
New ZealandCause of fire that caused traffic chaos investigatedAt the same time, a power outage affected 200 properties in the same area.07 Jan 02:09 AM
New ZealandScrub fire near Tauranga extinguishedThe fire had caused traffic congestion in the area.06 Jan 05:54 AM
New ZealandMan trapped in farm machinery, airlifted to hospital with serious injuriesThe man was quickly freed by paramedics and firefighters this morning.06 Jan 01:19 AM
New ZealandFirefighters tackle Napier house blazeFirefighters battle house fire in Napier's Tamatea; three appliances on-scene.06 Jan 12:55 AM
New ZealandPolice hit by 'out of control vehicle' near WhangāreiEarly indications are the driver may have fallen asleep at the wheel. Video / Jayden JamesonWatch04 Jan 09:10 PM
New ZealandMan accused of murdering Hamilton baby keeps name secret for nowSuspect remanded in custody after special hospital bedside hearing. 03 Jan 09:21 PM
New ZealandBeachgoers watch as fire crews battle hilltop blazeAs of 3.45pm four fire trucks and 3 helicopters were on site.03 Jan 06:27 AM
New ZealandCrews battle fire near Pataua SouthThe hillside near a home has been charred and multiple fire appliances are on site. Video / Karina CooperWatch03 Jan 03:04 AM
New Zealand'All emergency services are en route': Injuries after crash on SH3 in King CountryOne person is in moderate condition after the two-vehicle crash.02 Jan 11:10 PM
New ZealandYoung Auckland family lose everything in ‘devastating’ house fireJake and Richelle Wilkinson and their two kids lost their home and all their belongings.02 Jan 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘All kinds of messed up’: Locals distraught at Hamilton baby’s death as man faces murder chargeA man aged 34 has been charged with murder and attempted murder.02 Jan 03:54 AM
New ZealandMan charged with murder after baby’s death in Hamilton34-year-old allegedly killed baby and attacked its mother and a second child in Hamilton. 02 Jan 12:26 AM
New ZealandCrews battle vegetation fire in Northland, one firefighter injuredA helicopter attended the fire south of Kawakawa, near the Oyster Factory.01 Jan 03:26 AM
New ZealandHomicide investigation: Child killed, mother injured in Hamilton tragedyEmergency services are at the scene of a serious incident in Fairfield, Hamilton. 01 Jan 12:13 AM
