New ZealandBatten down the hatches: Heavy rain warning issued for NorthlandSummer's on the back-burner as a rainmaker arrives.19 Jan 09:52 PM
New ZealandFirefighters responding to fresh flare-up on Māngere MountainNew images show the extent of the damage on the maunga. 19 Jan 03:36 AM
New ZealandSmoke warning for West Auckand after fire on Māngere MountainSmoke from the blaze drifted as far west as Piha, prompting a Fire and Emergency warning.18 Jan 05:47 PM
New ZealandWatch: Firefighters battling large blaze on Mangere Mountain overnight.Fire crews have contained a large blaze that broke out on Mangere Mountain last night. Video / NZ HeraldWatch18 Jan 04:07 PM
New ZealandWatch: Fire destroys large house in rural TaranakiFire crews called to Inglewood blaze about 5.30pm, video shows structure collapsing. 18 Jan 08:31 AM
New Zealand'It's escalated': Fire tears through house in rural TaranakiFirefighters from five stations scrambled to the blaze on the outskirts of Inglewood about 5.30pm. Video / Hamish HemiWatch18 Jan 06:39 AM
New ZealandLarge fire at former Centrepoint commune in Albany, AucklandFirefighters were called to a large fire overnight at the former Centrepoint commune in the Auckland suburb of Albany. Video / NZ HeraldWatch17 Jan 11:12 PM
New ZealandFishers urged to stop lighting fires in Auckland parksSignificant vegetation, planting areas have been lost at two regional parks due to fire.17 Jan 08:59 PM
New ZealandPerson seriously injured after fight near central Auckland train stationPolice say the offender fled the scene after the incident and is on the run.17 Jan 04:32 AM
New ZealandFire visible across Wellington’s harbourA fire is burning on a hill above State Highway 2.17 Jan 03:58 AM
New ZealandStay 'vigilant': Warning after out-of-control rubbish fire burns 19ha'Fires can happen at any time and no one ever expects a fire.'16 Jan 11:56 PM
New ZealandRoad now open after truck blocked SH12 near TahekeThe crash was just west of Puha Rd near Taheke.16 Jan 11:16 PM
New ZealandCoromandel fire: Road to fully open, Fenz boss thanks localsFire and Emergency was to conduct another drone flight at first light.16 Jan 08:19 PM
New ZealandWatch: Derelict building destroyed by fire in Auckland’s Point Chevalier Crews worked to extinguish the blaze late last night.16 Jan 05:47 PM
New ZealandDerelict building up in flames, Point ChevalierFirefighters have extinguished a fire at a derelict building in Point Chevalier. Video / NZ HeraldWatch16 Jan 05:17 PM
New ZealandPāpāmoa residents woken by early morning floodHeavy rain floods Pāpāmoa; firefighters clear drains, water recedes.15 Jan 10:12 PM
New ZealandTaupō scrub fire contained, crews reinforcing 'control line'Three helicopters and multiple fire crews battled the blaze.15 Jan 08:35 PM
New ZealandHelicopters, firefighters back West Auckland blaze 12 hrs after startingSeven people were rescued by lifesavers after being trapped by fire yesterday. 15 Jan 06:39 PM
New ZealandSenior Sergeant Lyn Fleming's funeral and California’s fire threat continues | NZ Herald News UpdateThe funeral for Senior Sergeant Lyn Fleming is in Nelson today and California remains under critical fire threat. Video / NZ Herald, AFPWatch15 Jan 06:01 PM
New ZealandInvestigators uncover the cause of Whangārei’s 20ha blazeNorthland's fire permits have been suspended until further notice due to risky conditions.15 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandSeven people rescued after fire traps them at West Auckland beachEmergency services were alerted to the fire at Anawhata Beach, near Piha, about 5.30pm.15 Jan 09:11 AM
New ZealandFighting Coromandel wildfire affects water supply - water testing done in 48 hoursWater testing is currently under way to determine if contaminants are present.15 Jan 04:09 AM
New ZealandLarge scrub fire near Taupō controlled after helicopters battle blazeWitnesses earlier said the fire was worrying nearby homeowners.15 Jan 01:44 AM
New ZealandPolice seek witnesses after arson near Raglan AirfieldPolice urge anyone with info on Raglan fire to contact them.14 Jan 11:38 PM
New ZealandFires break out on Auckland’s Southern MotorwayNZTA said motorists should expect delays as emergency services respond.14 Jan 09:38 PM
New Zealand‘Distressing’ rescue of young girl after 13yo fell to his death at Hāhei BeachTwo young people scrambled up a cliff path before the boy plunged down the bank.14 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandFire crews battling blaze in Waitākere RangesThree helicopters are responding to the West Auckland incident.14 Jan 07:04 AM
LifestyleHarry and Meghan slam ‘deeply deceptive’ changes to MetaThe lengthy statement claims the changes will allow more abuse and hate speech.13 Jan 11:24 PM
New ZealandFire threat in Los Angeles continues and firefighters battle Coromandel fire | NZ Herald News UpdateStrong wind predictions cause more fire concerns for Los Angeles and firefighters are expected to be battling Coromandel vegetation fire for several days. Video / NZ Herald, AFPWatch13 Jan 06:19 PM
New ZealandFire destroys bachA blaze has destroyed a bach on Nelson’s Boulder Bank. Video / Tim CuffWatch13 Jan 05:40 AM
New ZealandPerson hospitalised after becoming trapped under vehicle in South Auckland'One patient in a serious condition was transported to Middlemore Hospital.'13 Jan 04:56 AM
WorldAli Riley loses home in Palisades fireFootball Ferns captain Ali Riley's home in Los Angeles burned to the ground during the recent Palisades fires. Video / Ali RileyWatch13 Jan 04:33 AM
New ZealandSpark into dust extractor looks to have started shed fireThe shed, used for woodworking, was destroyed on Sunday night.13 Jan 12:52 AM
WorldDangerous winds return to Los AngelesDangerous winds have returned to Los Angeles, threatening to worsen wildfires that have killed 16 people. Video / AFPWatch13 Jan 12:34 AM
