PremiumPremiumCrimeTeen arsonist was caught on video engulfed in flames as he fled barbershopNow he's appeared in court in a wheelchair, still recovering from his extensive burns.03 Oct 10:00 PM
New Zealand'Daily struggle': Firefighters say staff shortages risk delayed responsesCareer firefighters are preparing to go on strike later this month.03 Oct 05:00 PM
AucklandUpdate on survivors as probe into Bucklands Beach fire continuesTwo people died and two were injured after flames tore through the home.03 Oct 07:07 AM
New Zealand'You could feel the heat': Neighbours saw flames blow out windowsNeighbours tried to warn anyone inside as flames tore through the house.02 Oct 09:40 PM
New ZealandSix injured, one critical after BoP highway crashOne person was flown to Tauranga in critical condition after the crash.02 Oct 05:58 PM
New Zealand'All we could see was flames': Cause of three-car fire investigatedA fire investigator has examined the scene, as police investigate a wilful damage report.02 Oct 05:14 AM
AucklandTwo dead after fire rips through East Auckland homeThree others were injured, with one taken to Middlemore Hospital in serious condition.02 Oct 03:04 AM
New ZealandSpecialist investigators called in after fire at property linked with unsolved murderThe property had been searched twice in the hunt for Jessica Boyce, last seen in 2019.02 Oct 01:52 AM
AucklandPolice focus on car parked on street outside fire-damaged home where 2 people remain missingA forensic tent was erected over a blue vehicle parked on Murvale Dr.02 Oct 12:56 AM
AucklandTwo people 'outstanding' after East Auckland home engulfed by fire The smell of smoke lingers in the air hours after the blaze was put out. 01 Oct 07:52 PM
Herald NOWFire guts East Auckland homeBucklands Beach residents were jolted awake as a fire gutted an East Auckland home.Watch01 Oct 07:16 PM
Herald NOW28 new fire trucks can't carry rescue gearNZPFU’s Martin Campbell talks to Herald NOW about how millions were spent on trucks that can’t carry all the life-saving gearWatch01 Oct 06:31 PM
New ZealandHawke's Bay firefighters battling blazes and broken trucks'We had staff, but no trucks for them to jump on.'01 Oct 05:00 PM
New ZealandFirefighters to strike after pay offer rejected by 99% of unionThe NZPFU says Kiwi firefighters have not had a pay rise since July 2023.01 Oct 02:54 AM
PremiumPremiumProperty'Let them': Mel Robbins sells out NZ International Convention Centre twiceAbout 5700 people are set to attend two blockbuster shows in March.01 Oct 01:00 AM
New ZealandFire destroys 29 vehicles, rubbish at property linked to unsolved murderPolice previously searched the property twice in the hunt for Jessica Boyce.01 Oct 12:42 AM
AucklandHouse gutted as suspicious fire tears through vacant property, 2nd blaze to damage propertySix fire trucks were called to the Avondale property.30 Sep 06:25 PM
New ZealandRaging flames, exploding windows: Neighbours fight fatal fire with garden hoses'I started banging my fence, yelling ‘fire fire fire’'.30 Sep 02:13 AM
CrimePolice searching for driver, passenger after car rams Ōrewa’s Shoreward GastrobarPolice are searching for suspects after a car rammed Ōrewa Shoreward Gastrobar and a fire was lit.Watch29 Sep 09:57 PM
New ZealandOne dead after house fire in HastingsPolice said the formal identification process is ongoing.29 Sep 07:59 AM
WorldTwo dead, multiple in hospital after Michigan church shooting and fireGrand Blanc Township Police Chief William Renye says the 40-year-old suspected gunman, identified as Thomas Jacob Sanford, was "neutralized" in the church parking lot. / AFPWatch28 Sep 09:57 PM
New ZealandFire destroys building on former Massey University siteCrews from 11 fire engines battled the Albany blaze for several hours.26 Sep 08:31 PM
AucklandFire crews battle Herne Bay house fire, two assessed for smoke inhalationAn aerial appliance and command unit were brought in to support firefighters.26 Sep 08:43 AM
New ZealandFire and Emergency respond to Herne Bay incidentMultiple engines arrived at the scene in the upmarket Auckland suburb of Herne Bay.Watch26 Sep 07:57 AM
LifestyleDaylight saving returns Sunday – what to know before the changeFire and Emergency urges households to test smoke alarms this weekend.25 Sep 06:00 AM
CrimeAuckland CBD three-vehicle crash involving police car leaves one seriously injuredThree people are injured, one seriously, and a main street in Auckland’s CBD is closed after the three-car crash involving a police car early this morning. Video / NZ PoliceWatch25 Sep 12:35 AM
New ZealandNapier motel fireFirefighters respond to Napier motel blaze. Video / NZ HeraldWatch23 Sep 11:50 PM
New ZealandFirefighters battle motel fire on Napier’s Marine ParadeMany of the motel occupants evacuated onto the street during the blaze.23 Sep 09:58 AM
New ZealandDawn arson attack leaves popular NZ business facing weeks of closureThe Newmarket store may be closed for a month while repairs are carried out.22 Sep 02:52 AM
New ZealandHeavy rain and gale warnings hit central NZ regionsWinds hit 133km/h at Wellington's Mt Kaukau during overnight gales.21 Sep 10:16 PM
AucklandTwin blazes: 36-year-old faces arson charges in Auckland courtA second blaze was discovered soon after at a business on Manukau Rd, Epsom.20 Sep 10:38 PM
LiveNew ZealandWild weather leaves hundreds without power in Canterbury and WellingtonStrong wind and heavy rain warnings are in place over the South Island this weekend.20 Sep 10:34 PM
New ZealandSouth Island motorists urged to stay home as bad weather loomsStrong wind and heavy rain warnings are in place over the South Island this weekend.20 Sep 08:08 AM
New ZealandFive badly hurt in three highway crashes in less than 24 hoursTwo people have been critically injured and another three seriously injured.18 Sep 11:07 PM