New ZealandTruck inferno on Napier-Taupō Rd Angela Payne witnessed explosions and an inferno after a truck caught fire on the Napier-Taupō Rd overnight. Video / Angela PayneWatch01 Sep 08:02 PM
New ZealandThree in custody after police pursuit ends in crash blocking motorway lanesMotorists were warned of delays in the crash area on the Northwestern Motorway.01 Sep 07:38 AM
New ZealandMan set off fire alarm after being asked to wear mask by shop keeperEarlier in the month he shattered the glass at a bus-stop with a hammer.30 Aug 07:26 AM
New Zealand'Absolutely totalled' - Several people injured in crashEmergency services were called to the crash on Whangaparoa Rd about 7.30pm yesterday.27 Aug 07:24 PM
New ZealandFocus: Explosion rocks downtown AucklandEmergency services rushed to an explosion at a construction site on Halsey St in downtown Auckland that left five people injured. Video / NZ HeraldWatch25 Aug 08:38 PM
New Zealand'Devastating': Young family lose everything, including kittens, in house fire'They were really lucky to get out when they did.'24 Aug 10:14 PM
New ZealandRoad closed as seven fire trucks respond to Auckland building fireA staff member of a neighbouring business said the fire crew had been doing a great job.19 Aug 11:45 PM
KahuFirefighters take to the streets in unprecedented strike actionFirefighters across New Zealand took the unusual step of striking today.19 Aug 12:19 AM
New ZealandMassive Christchurch scrap metal yard fireSeven fire appliances remain at the scene of the Woolston scrap yard nearly 12 hours after old cars began burning last night. Made with funding from NZ On Air. Video / Geoff Sloan / Star NewsWatch17 Aug 11:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandPremium: Firefighter tackles Sky Tower Challenge after Guillain-Barre diagnosisFirefighter Greg Barrett is training for the Sky Tower Challenge after being diagnosed with Guillain-Barré syndrome. Video / George Heard Watch16 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandCause unknown of fire that completely razed a Waitahora houseThe investigation into a blaze at a workshop in Miller St in May has also been completed.13 Aug 11:04 PM
New ZealandFirefighters threaten stoppage after reports of long hours and faulty gearFirefighters at NZ's busiest station regularly receive 'mayday' calls for extra staff.10 Aug 06:54 PM
New Zealand'Whole village flooded' - clean-up ahead after heavy rain overnightThere are reports of flooding in Puhoi after bad weather overnight.08 Aug 08:00 PM
New Zealand'It's hard to breathe': As Europe burns, is NZ ready for wildfire season?A senior firefighter is concerned Aotearoa isn't ready for what's coming.07 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandMotel on fire: Owner wakes to guests bashing on his door - person in custodyWellsford's Castle Court Motel caught fire early this morning.06 Aug 05:07 AM
New ZealandFirefighters escalate strike action with stop work noticeNegotiations for a collective agreement began 13 months ago.04 Aug 05:41 AM
New ZealandPedestrian seriously injured after being hit by a car on Expressway"Enquiries are ongoing to establish the circumstances of the crash," police say.22 Jul 06:53 PM
New ZealandChristchurch Central Fire station $12m rebuild almost finishedThe Fire station replaces the one damaged in the earthquakes.18 Jul 01:31 AM
New ZealandBlazing house bus mysteriously moves on its own Blazing house bus appears to move on its own, saving house from devastation. Video / @meekskid1, @bestseat360 via TikTok Watch05 Jul 10:13 PM
New ZealandHercules makes emergency landing at Whenuapai Air Force BaseAn engine had to be shut down following a "technical problem".01 Jul 03:47 AM
New ZealandDestroyed by fire: Building in Royal Oak now a scorched skeletonA fire has destroyed a building in a block of a shops in Royal Oak, Auckland.28 Jun 08:00 PM
New ZealandNew round-the-clock emergency monitoring centre opensEmergency Management Minister says a new centre will make a big difference.28 Jun 07:01 AM
New Zealand'Multiple explosions': Fire crews contain Penrose industrial blazeSmoke from fire in Penrose is being blown across Onehunga, Māngere Bridge and Favona.27 Jun 08:25 PM
New ZealandHuge blaze engulfs building in PenroseFirefighters are battling a huge fire at an industrial building in Penrose. Video /NZ Herald / Dean PurcellWatch27 Jun 06:06 PM
New ZealandFirefighters battling Motueka building blaze, people rescued from balconyThere are reports people are trapped on a balcony.23 Jun 09:41 PM
New ZealandFocus Morning Bulletin: 24 June, 2022 The North Shore knife attack, benefit dependencies explode, Waikato towns left in the dark, a deadly night on Northland roads and Matariki celebrations kick off in the latest New Zealand Herald Headlines. Video / NZ HeraldWatch23 Jun 08:37 PM
New ZealandTwo injured after small plane crash lands and catches fire on Hamilton farmThe crash was reported to emergency services at 2.43pm.20 Jun 04:37 AM
New ZealandFocus Morning Bulletin: 20 June, 2022 Picton crash tragedy, BB guns send mall into lockdown and time to say goodbye to pre-departure Covid testing in the latest New Zealand Herald headlines. Video / NZ HeraldWatch19 Jun 07:27 PM
New Zealand'Ha, he's got a scooter out': Eagle helicopter pursuit of stolen vehicle takes unexpected turn"It's obviously pretty dangerous," police Eagle helicopter crew says.17 Jun 06:47 AM
New ZealandHome badly damaged in morning blaze on Hibiscus Coast - reportsSirens can be heard wailing in the northern suburb.15 Jun 11:15 PM
New ZealandMysterious fireworks display over Auckland solved: Who lit up the sky?The church apologised for distress to neighbours.13 Jun 01:30 AM
New ZealandFirefighters attend blaze in West AucklandFirefighters attended a house fire on Brennan Ave, Te Atatu Peninsula, during the early hours of this morning. Video / NZ HeraldWatch12 Jun 06:16 PM
New ZealandMysterious and unexpected fireworks display booms across AucklandEmergency services say they have no idea what the display is for.12 Jun 08:01 AM
New ZealandNZ Firefighters' Union to begin strike action on Monday for better pay and working conditionsLower ranks are barely paid the minimum wage, union claims.12 Jun 02:06 AM
