New ZealandPrivate drone flown near Port Hills fire grounds helicopters for up to an hourThe private drone presented a safety risk to firefighting crews.18 Feb 01:02 AM
New ZealandDrones identify hotspots in Port Hills fires ahead of forecast winds86 firefighters and other personnel are working on the fire today.17 Feb 08:01 PM
New ZealandStranded, no word from from family: How emergency responders reacted to Cyclone GabrielleIan Macdonald talks about the biggest emergency response of his career.17 Feb 06:14 AM
New ZealandWatch: Palmerston North tavern engulfed in fire - witness describes flames shooting through roofEmergency services called to scene about 2.15pm. People are being asked to stay away.17 Feb 02:25 AM
New Zealand'I'm gonna chuck them a couple of cases of beers': Fire fighters praised as Port Hills blaze containedFires update17 Feb 02:24 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionEditorial: Bush fires a Kiwi reality we all have to deal withFires like the Port Hills blaze now a feature of our summers.16 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandFire crews keep watch after Ashburton blaze containedBlaze burned building and line of hedge but firefighters say it is now contained.16 Feb 08:24 AM
New Zealand'70 per cent contained': Port Hills still burning, but overnight threats 'nullified'Lead firefighter says blaze will be 'long-duration incident'. Probe into cause continues.15 Feb 10:46 PM
New ZealandHouse fire at Parawera near Te AwamutuEmergency services have deemed a house fire near Te Awamutu was not suspicious.15 Feb 10:18 PM
New Zealand'Whole life' lost as container home destroyed in Port Hills firesAnna Spark speaks about her escape and loss.15 Feb 09:45 PM
New ZealandDwelling destroyed in Port Hills fire; blaze still not contained'It seems to be a fast-moving thing,' Fenz tells evacuated Christchurch residents.15 Feb 07:51 AM
New ZealandChristchurch Port Hills fire in pictures: Aerial photos show scorched landscapeOver 100 firefighters, 14 helicopters and two fixed-wing planes trying to contain blaze.15 Feb 06:13 AM
New ZealandOne critically injured as crash closes road near PutaruruTwo vehicles crash in Arapuni.15 Feb 02:24 AM
New ZealandExplained: The bigger picture behind the Port Hills fireWith most of summer over, NZ is only beginning to get its most dangerous fire conditions.14 Feb 11:44 PM
New ZealandFirefighters race to contain Port Hills blaze as strengthening winds pose threatPolice are urging people to keep away so firefighters can tackle the uncontrolled blaze.14 Feb 10:11 PM
New ZealandHow did the Port Hills fire start?An investigation is under way to determine what caused the massive blaze.14 Feb 10:08 PM
New ZealandPort Hills fire: Where to get help and what you need to knowA public health warning has been issued and evacuation centres set up.14 Feb 09:48 PM
New ZealandAccidental caravan fire a warning to residentsFire investigators uncovered the cause of a caravan fire near Whanganui.14 Feb 09:45 PM
New Zealand'Completely devastated': Port Hills fire hits Adventure ParkThe park was at the centre of the 2017 fires.14 Feb 08:45 PM
New ZealandPort Hills fire, ferry fury and Wellington cost crunch | Focus Morning Bulletin February 15, 2024Christchurch firefighters battle Port Hills blaze, KiwiRail fronts select committee and what’s on the chopping block in Wellington City Council’s cost crunch in the latest NZ Herald headlines. Video / NZHeraldWatch14 Feb 07:58 PM
New ZealandCouple who lost home in 2017 fire evacuated again weeks after moving backDoug and Vikki Pflaum took seven years to rebuild their home following the 2017 fires.14 Feb 07:42 PM
New ZealandPort Hills fire: Helicopters grounded for night; blaze still burns"It seems to be a fast-moving thing," Fenz tells evacuated Christchurch residents.14 Feb 10:17 AM
New ZealandBlaze at tyre shop destroys business - but quick work saves customers’ carsA last-second dash through thick smoke saves classic ute.14 Feb 03:56 AM
New ZealandTyre store completely destroyed in fire, health warnings issuedFire and emergency has asked locals nearby to stay indoors.14 Feb 01:15 AM
New ZealandRestricted fire season for Auckland and Northland begins todayHigh winds in Northland are driving fire danger to extreme levels.13 Feb 07:33 PM
New Zealand'Our baby was screaming': Family member recounts horror at cot fire that critically burnt infantA police spokeswoman said they were not treating the fire as suspicious at this stage.13 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandMuriwai firefighters honoured a year after dying in landslideThe pair died while responding to a landslide as Cyclone Gabrielle tore through.12 Feb 11:08 PM
New ZealandBaby seriously hurt after car seat goes up in flamesThe tot has been taken to Middlemore Hospital with serious injuries.12 Feb 09:23 PM
New ZealandOld, slow and fragmented: Flawed 111 system causing deaths and injuriesShortcomings of 25-year-old system have been revealed in newly released papers.12 Feb 07:30 PM
New ZealandPerson trapped under 10-tonne rollerThe person was extricated using specialist rescue equipment.12 Feb 05:39 PM
New ZealandOne dead in single-vehicle crash on Bluff Highway, SouthlandA section of Bluff Highway remains closed as a scene examination takes place.12 Feb 12:31 AM
New ZealandArson attack at a Kawerau school under investigationA Kawerau school's playground fire is being treated as an arson.10 Feb 11:20 PM
New ZealandLee Valley scrub fire: Hotspots found after drone search missionInvestigators have ruled out any suspicious circumstances regarding the fire's cause.09 Feb 10:04 PM
New ZealandFire restrictions, bans in place - Kiwis urged to follow rules over Lunar New YearKiwis are being warned about fireworks bans and safety ahead of the celebration.09 Feb 07:50 PM
