New ZealandSH25 reopens after six injured in Whangamatā house fireBrigades from Whangamatā, Ōnemana-Ōpoutere, Waihi, Paunanui, Tairua and Paeroa attended. 31 Dec 09:14 PM
New ZealandFight led to death of zoo’s beloved capybaraLuna's fellow enclosure mate caused a number of wounds, which led to her death.31 Dec 09:13 PM
New ZealandHonours for people making Northland a better placeA martial artist, firefighter, dementia researcher, conservationists and more. 30 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘Very honoured’: Ōtāne volunteer firefighter of 50 years receives King’s Service MedalJohn Oliver has served with the Ōtāne Volunteer Fire Brigade for more than 50 years.30 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandNew Year Honours: Bay of Plenty, Coromandel, Taupō recipients namedPlus - we ask why one city, unusually, has no honourees on this year's list.30 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandWhy lithium battery fires are on the rise and how to stay safeWarning to be aware of products with lithium batteries purchased over holiday period.29 Dec 01:01 AM
New ZealandA year in review: What moved the Waikato in October 2024?As the year draws to a close, the Waikato Herald is taking stock of 2024.28 Dec 06:30 PM
New Zealand'Presents were under the tree': Canterbury couple loses everything in Christmas Day fireThe couple's passports, birth certificates and Christmas presents were destroyed.28 Dec 05:00 AM
New ZealandSmoke from big fire closes busy road on Hibiscus CoastFirefighters battle growing blaze in Silverdale; motorists warned to avoid area.27 Dec 01:59 AM
New Zealand‘Never seen flames like it’: Fire rips through Piha RSA buildingThe blaze was reported to Fire and Emergency Services at 11.52pm. 26 Dec 06:10 PM
WorldAustralian bushfire forces evacuations as 600 firefighters battle blazeVictoria's Grampians National Park is 240km west of Melbourne.26 Dec 08:29 AM
New ZealandPolice examining scene of ‘suspicious’ Napier firePolice were called to the scene at 1.45am.25 Dec 07:27 PM
New Zealand‘Keep well away’: Tips for staying safe during wildfire seasonHolidaymakers urged to plan for blazes as conditions change across NZ this summer.25 Dec 05:21 AM
New ZealandTwo dead in separate Christmas road toll crashesThe deaths are the first in this year's Christmas road toll period.24 Dec 06:26 PM
New ZealandEmergency services scramble to serious crash in TaurangaIt's understood the crash involves a motorcycle and car.24 Dec 09:02 AM
New ZealandSunny HB Christmas Day, but keep an eye on the fireOutdoors Christmas Day cooking is allowed, but the warning is: Be careful.24 Dec 12:29 AM
New ZealandRoad tragedy at HorekeOne person died at the scene of a vehicle crash at Horeke, on Saturday morning.23 Dec 02:45 AM
New ZealandPolice investigate van robbery on SH10 near KerikeriA man was left at the roadside after robbers took his van near Kerikeri overnight23 Dec 02:36 AM
New ZealandFireworks ban in Hawke’s Bay due to high fire riskNapier’s New Year’s Eve fireworks still on despite regional firework ban.22 Dec 09:05 PM
New ZealandListen: 'Torture chamber' – Mystery alarm driving residents mad in Auckland CBDFrazzled tenants have contacted Auckland Council, noise control, fire services and police.22 Dec 03:30 AM
New Zealand‘They were smashed everywhere’: Teen rescues kids swept into ‘violent’ surfKeira Hayidakis, 18, fought off rough waves and strong currents to save two children.20 Dec 05:00 AM
New Zealand‘Big heart’: Rānui man who died in cabin fire named by policeAndrew Orr 'tragically' died inside a cabin that caught on fire.20 Dec 12:01 AM
New ZealandSuspicious fire guts Hastings tyre shop in early-morning blazeFirefighters left around 6.30am after extinguishing the blaze.18 Dec 10:06 PM
New ZealandAuthorities investigate Mount Putauaki blazeCrews monitored hotspots on Mt Edgecumbe near Kawerau overnight.18 Dec 09:47 PM
New ZealandOne arrested, one moderately injured after SH2 crashThe crash on Wednesday afternoon spilled fuel close to the Waipaoa River Bridge.18 Dec 03:45 AM
New ZealandWatch: Hot air balloon makes rough landing, 10 treated at sceneThe incident happened at about 8.30am. 18 Dec 12:28 AM
New Zealand'Big heart': Man who died in 'unexplained' cabin blaze a respected village residentCordons are in place around the damaged cabin.17 Dec 10:35 PM
New Zealand'Arson inquiry': Fire damages room at Gisborne City LodgeA bedroom was substantially damaged, but residents evacuated safely.17 Dec 02:18 AM
New ZealandVictim of Christchurch house fire namedThe woman was found dead in her Hornby home following the blaze. 17 Dec 12:43 AM
New ZealandBusy year for Levin Volunteer Fire BrigadeThe brigade has praised volunteers and families for their dedication.16 Dec 10:27 PM
New ZealandFamily of eight ‘overwhelmed’ with donations after fire destroys homeThe family walked away from the Oakleigh blaze with only the clothes on their backs.16 Dec 03:49 AM
New ZealandNelson schools evacuated after threats: Police set up cordons, say risk not genuineCops say an email 'of a concerning nature' was sent to several schools. 15 Dec 08:23 PM
New Zealand‘Total loss’: Whangārei home destroyed by fire overnightThe fire destroyed the home on SH1 next to Oakleigh petrol station.15 Dec 05:17 PM
New ZealandKeen to help: Northland students volunteer after fire and emergency courseKawakawa Volunteer Fire Brigade's numbers have boosted thanks to a high school course.15 Dec 04:00 PM
