New Zealand‘Someone was clearly mad at them’: Molotov cocktails allegedly lobbed into barber shopFire investigators were on the scene this morning.31 Jul 02:47 AM
New ZealandSuspicious fire breaks out at barber shop in Royal OakFire investigators are at Bentley's Barbers on Manukau Rd following the blaze.30 Jul 05:57 PM
New ZealandEx-firefighter's grim warning after mirror burns hole in couchMultiple people have told the Herald stories of mirror-related fires and near misses.29 Jul 06:00 AM
PremiumPremiumConstructionFletcher Construction suing waterproofers over $320m loss for NZICC fireThe two waterproofing businesses have denied any liability for the October, 2019 blaze.29 Jul 03:15 AM
New ZealandCar on back of tow truck bursts into flames on Auckland’s Southern MotorwayOne northbound lane of the motorway is blocked and traffic is backed up for nearly 5km.28 Jul 10:55 PM
New Zealand'I just feel numb': Shock after fire takes out Pāpāmoa homeA house fire started by an electrical fault has left the owner devastated and homeless.28 Jul 08:08 PM
PremiumPremiumConstructionFirst look inside new five-star Horizon by SkyCity hotelLocals were commissioned to make art within the new hotel to showcase this country.26 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandDouble gold star: Firefighter Pinky’s 50 years of service honouredTauranga man Robert Pinkerton has done 50 years in the fire service.25 Jul 11:45 PM
New ZealandTruck fire forces temporary closure of southbound lanes on SH27 south of MangatarataThe fire happened near Mahuta Rd South and Torehape Rd East.24 Jul 02:03 AM
New ZealandBarking up the wrong tree: Dog rescued after possum pursuit left it stranded on branchArborist and firefighter coax pooch off her 'precarious' perch 8m up.24 Jul 12:21 AM
New ZealandSecond person dies after Ōtaki house fireInvestigations are continuing to determine the cause of the blaze.23 Jul 10:10 PM
New Zealand'Devastating': Home engulfed in flames north of WellingtonEmergency services attending blaze at Paraparaumu Beach property.23 Jul 09:11 AM
New ZealandOne dead, one critical after Ōtaki house fireOne person is dead and another is critically injured.22 Jul 11:48 PM
New ZealandLake Pukaki wildfire continues to spreadA large wildfire near Lake Pukaki is controlled, but not contained.22 Jul 09:37 PM
New ZealandHawke’s Bay news in brief: Cyclist seriously injured in Taradale collision, road closedNeeve Rd near Church Rd has closed while the serious crash unit attends.20 Jul 11:49 PM
Construction'Pay up': Council demands $200k from Gulf Harbour Country Club owner for fire costsCouncil boss also reveals no applications have been received from the owner for changes.19 Jul 12:25 AM
New ZealandChristchurch, Edgeware fire: Four people injured at property known by policeA resident on the street said a stabbing occurred at the same property earlier this year.18 Jul 05:55 PM
New ZealandFatal housefire: Ex-wife describes elderly victim as ‘an incredible man’Henry Matawai-Russel died tragically in his Hokitika home after a fire broke out.17 Jul 07:30 AM
New ZealandMultiple explosions heard as vehicles burn in possible arson attackThree vehicles set alight on waterfront.16 Jul 11:49 PM
New ZealandFiery suburban beauty store ram raid being treated as arson, fire lit after car smashes into shopInvestigations are continuing into the fire and wider damage done to Infinity Clinic.16 Jul 11:20 PM
New ZealandKāinga Ora re-housing tenants after 'major' fire in central Wellington flatsThe housing agency was 'very concerned' to learn about the fire late yesterday afternoon.16 Jul 09:38 PM
New ZealandFire investigator sent to Whanganui garage fire on Somme Parade'There’ll be quite a lot of damage.'16 Jul 08:58 PM
New ZealandPharmac called out and speed camera signage | Focus Morning Bulletin July 17, 2024In today’s headlines with Chereè Kinnear, David Seymour outlines expectations for Pharmac, new speed-camera signage and Tenacious D world tour gets halted.Watch16 Jul 07:50 PM
New ZealandFire at Kāinga Ora accommodation block in Wellington suspiciousEmergency services were alerted to the blaze in Church St at 6pm.16 Jul 08:20 AM
New ZealandYoung couple with baby escape blaze but lose everything they ownBaby bracelets and baby books, 'they’re just all gone'.16 Jul 05:01 AM
Crime'Devastated': Store owner speechless after car crashes through doors, catches alightShe said this is the fourth time her store has been targeted this year.15 Jul 10:20 PM
New ZealandMayor speaks out after 'tragic' fatal Hokitika house fireThe person was found unresponsive inside the home when emergency services arrived.14 Jul 06:40 PM
New ZealandPerson and pet budgie rescued from Hamilton motel fireFire and Emergency crews were alerted to the fire at 7.52am.11 Jul 10:25 PM
New Zealand'You don’t leave your kids alone': Woman faces charges after kids rescued from smoke-filled housePolice say neighbours prevented a tragic outcome.11 Jul 05:14 AM
WorldToxic Melbourne factory fireball contained but will rage for daysTens of thousands of residents were told to stay inside.10 Jul 08:37 AM
New ZealandManurewa fire: One person moderately injured in blaze at South Auckland block of flatsEmergency services scrambled to the blaze in Manurewa after reports at 11.20am.10 Jul 12:39 AM
New ZealandNew Māori constable joins Wellington’s community beat teamWellingtonians can expect to see some fresh faces on the field as Police deploy 10 new graduates onto the streets. Video / Te Ao NewsWatch08 Jul 07:11 PM
New ZealandDouble-fatal Southland house fire caused by heater, no smoke alarmsThe house had no working smoke alarms at the time of the fire.08 Jul 04:42 AM
