PremiumPremiumProject Auckland$1b hub’s big payoff: NZ’s convention centre gears for economic impactIn a strong showing of early success, nine events have been announced for 15,500 people.25 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandRevealed: Northland’s most costly fires in the past three yearsThe Whangārei Heads fire burned for more than a week - now the cost has been revealed.24 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandHeating source likely cause of hot tub fireFirefighters were called to a property in Bulls early on Monday morning.23 Mar 08:13 PM
New ZealandWatch: Car engulfed in flames in suspicious Auckland fireIntense smoke and flames could be seen coming from the fully-engulfed car.21 Mar 09:22 PM
New ZealandCar fire in Mt Wellington, AucklandA car on fire was spotted on Waipuna Rd, Mt Wellington. It has since been put out by emergency crews. Video / Kal-El BernardWatch21 Mar 08:08 PM
New ZealandChurch minister’s family loses home, dog in devastating vicarage fireThe family of six is grateful for the support of their community after the Katikati blaze.21 Mar 08:00 PM
New ZealandMan’s best friend: Hero dog ‘Moose’ saves owner’s life during devastating firePeter Mcmeekan's dog, Moose, woke him up alerting him to the blaze. 21 Mar 06:00 PM
New ZealandWhanganui firefighters warning after double burn-off in Westmere breaks rulesAbout 10 firefighters responded to the two fires in Westmere.19 Mar 09:45 PM
New ZealandLarge blaze overnight contained to commercial office block, East Auckland.Forty-five firefighters were called to an office block on fire on Ra Ora Drive, East Tamaki. Video / NZ HeraldWatch19 Mar 03:20 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessSix years after NZICC fire, court case loomsThe case is being brought against two subcontractors, who deny liability for the fire.18 Mar 10:26 PM
New ZealandAdult male killed by train at Invercargill pedestrian crossingThe accident is the second time a person has been hit by a train in the past week.18 Mar 01:46 AM
New ZealandPedestrian dead after being hit by train, second in a weekKiwiRail says the Invercargill tragedy happened at a pedestrian crossing.17 Mar 05:20 AM
New ZealandOne person killed, another critically hurt after fleeing driver crashes into two carsThe major Auckland road remains closed.16 Mar 03:29 AM
New ZealandCar fire on State Highway 20, Auckland, caused chaos for motoristsThe northbound lanes on the Southwestern Motorway between Massey Rd and the SH20A interchange had to be closed after a car fire on Saturday night. Video / Fade_oclock_nzWatch16 Mar 12:05 AM
New ZealandWorkplace banter or sexual harassment? Firefighter reinstated after wrongful dismissalFire and Emergency NZ aren't happy and are considering appealing the ERA decision.16 Mar 12:00 AM
New Zealand'I'm so numb': Fire destroys paraplegic woman's home, dad jumped for his lifeChloe Wigg's dad jumped out a window, saving their dog, but was hospitalised.14 Mar 04:34 AM
New ZealandReports of fire at college days after threat prompts lockdownThe fires are not thought to be linked to a threatening email that closed the school.14 Mar 03:36 AM
New Zealand‘As dry as it gets’: Auckland latest region placed under total fire ban over wildfire fearsOutdoor fires are now banned across the top of the country.13 Mar 08:14 PM
New ZealandFire started by prisoner in Whanganui Prison; assaults staff memberThe prisoner lit a mattress in his cell on fire. 13 Mar 02:30 AM
New ZealandWhanganui fish and chip shop fire caused by oily rag ‘bursting into flames’ 'It doesn’t happen often.'12 Mar 10:06 PM
New ZealandTragedy: Young female student dies after being hit by train near schoolPolice said the young female died at the scene despite receiving medical attention.12 Mar 06:08 AM
New ZealandTe Puna fire destroys man’s home, eight classic carsA Te Puna man lost his caravan in a fire, leaving him homeless.12 Mar 05:18 AM
New ZealandNapier house fire treated as suspicious, police appeal for witnessesPolice are asking anyone who may have seen suspicious activity to come forward.12 Mar 02:35 AM
New ZealandKaiapoi house fireA house fire in Kaiapoi, north of Christchurch, spread into a neighbouring property. March 12, 2025. Video / SuppliedWatch12 Mar 12:58 AM
New ZealandHouse fire rapidly spreading across two properties in CanterburyFlames have lept across the boundary to a neighbouring home. 11 Mar 11:36 PM
New ZealandPolice investigate arson as cause of Frankton fireIt took 35 firefighters to put out the blaze.10 Mar 09:35 PM
New Zealand‘Well involved’ blaze: Person in hospital after overnight house fireFire crews from Napier and Hastings responded to the scene.10 Mar 07:05 PM
New ZealandFire crews battled blaze near Tokoroa for over five hoursThe fire covered a 100m x 70m area of pine and eucalyptus trees.10 Mar 05:49 PM
WorldQueensland Fire Department remains busy rescuing after ex-cyclone AlfredRescues around southern Queensland as Ex-Cyclone Alfred brings flooding to the state. Video / Queensland Fire DepartmentWatch10 Mar 07:06 AM
New ZealandWatch: Large commercial building ablaze in HamiltonEmergency services are responding.09 Mar 11:23 PM
New ZealandWatch: ‘It feels apocalyptic’ - Falling ash as garage full of gas cylinders explodes in Bay of PlentyEmergency services are responding to a fire in Minden, Western Bay of Plenty.09 Mar 07:54 AM
New ZealandTwo vehicle crash leaves people in critical conditionPolice responded to a two-vehicle crash on Junction Road near the intersection with Waiwakaiho Road West, Burgess Park. Video / SuppliedWatch09 Mar 04:38 AM
New ZealandTotal fire ban for all of Northland as 11ha blaze in scrub containedFar North fire crews have managed to contain a large blaze in vegetation at Mangakahia.09 Mar 01:36 AM
New ZealandFirefighters battle Northland wildfire amid total fire banThe fire started near Kaikohe and spread over 10 hectares of scrub.07 Mar 08:15 PM
