New ZealandToddler dies after being hit by carPolice are investigating the death of a toddler in Carterton this morning.14 Apr 01:46 AM
New ZealandHouse fire in Christchurch being treated as suspiciousAuthorities are investigating the cause of a blaze in the suburb of Dallington.11 Apr 05:58 PM
New ZealandThree people seriously hurt in crashes in Māngere and HendersonRoads have been closed in Henderson and Māngere with diversions in place.05 Apr 11:55 PM
New ZealandHelicopter used to rescue woman after fall down bankThe 42-year-old woman had reportedly fallen while walking on the rocks last night.03 Apr 08:12 PM
New ZealandCar stuck in orchard crates 10 metres off ground after driver flees police in HastingsCar ended high up in orchard crates, seriously hurt driver had to be extricated by Fenz.03 Apr 08:01 PM
New ZealandCBD apartment complex evacuated after resident wakes to fireWoman was woken by blaring fire alarm to find black smoke filling her apartment.02 Apr 08:26 PM
New ZealandPizza factory fire: Blaze not being treated as suspiciousBlaze is causing a lot of smoke that might be toxic, authorities say.31 Mar 12:23 AM
New ZealandEast Auckland fatal fire accused to go on trial next yearCause of Wiremu Arapo's death to be major issue in murder trial after fire, lawyer says.30 Mar 08:48 PM
VideoFocus: Large fire burns in Christchurch's HillsboroughResidents in parts of Christchurch are being told to stay indoors due to a large fire. Video / George HeardWatch29 Mar 05:00 PM
New ZealandIn the deep end: Man burnt mixing pool chemicalsAuthorities called the incident "a bit of an oopsy".27 Mar 10:42 PM
New ZealandAmmonia leak prompts evacuation of Southland meat processing plantThe leak resulted in a full evacuation at South Pacific Meats in Awarua, Invercargill.24 Mar 05:38 AM
New Zealand'The whole thing was on fire': Massive blaze in Tūākau, 30m flames"The fire is located in the building and completely involved."23 Mar 04:25 PM
New Zealand'In shock': Wānaka family loses everything in house fireOne of the family's dogs died in the fire.22 Mar 03:50 AM
New ZealandSkydiver dies in incident at Tauranga AirportA person has died after a parachute crash at Tauranga Airport.19 Mar 11:21 PM
New ZealandFlights briefly delayed after fire alarm at Auckland AirportEmergency crews have been at the scene since about 4.30am.11 Mar 05:50 PM
PremiumPremiumVideoPremium: Firefighter Mike ‘Ringo’ Harwood on 50 years serviceFirefighting veteran Mike ‘Ringo’ Harwood looks back on his “most rewarding” job following the Christchurch earthquakes and after 50 years service says he’s got no plans of retirement. Video / Alex Burton / Joe Morgan / APWatch05 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand50 years a fireman - still the best careerMike 'Ringo' Harwood has worked 50 years in the busiest fire station in the country.05 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandAlarm causes Pullman evacuationReturnees and staff evacuated as alarm goes off at MIQ hotel.05 Mar 12:45 AM
New ZealandPerson dead after car and truck collideThe crash happened at the intersection of Woodcock and Tauwhere Rds, Tamahere.03 Mar 10:39 PM
New Zealand10 homes evacuated as crews contain Auckland fireResidents report seeing flames leaping around 20m in the air.01 Mar 06:10 AM
New ZealandFocus: Huge 4ha blaze on Auckland's North ShoreEight fire crews responded to a huge fire burning through paddocks and bush in Greenhithe. Video / Dean PurcellWatch01 Mar 01:31 AM
New ZealandFire spreads through paddocks and bush on Auckland's North ShoreA major fire has closed Upper Harbour Drive in Greenhithe. Video / KL OEWatch01 Mar 12:33 AM
New ZealandExplosions as New Plymouth house goes up in flamesEverybody inside the property at the time managed to get out safely.25 Feb 07:19 PM
New ZealandCranes stabilise shipping containers after railyard emergencyAround 30 firefighters are at the Christchurch KiwiRail container yard this morning.12 Feb 08:58 PM
New Zealand'Shocked and saddened': Massive fire devastates primary schoolEight classrooms reportedly destroyed in a major fire at a Whakatane school.05 Feb 09:02 PM
New Zealand'Six big booms': Classic cars among damage in Paradise Valley blazeThe fire spread through the building and then into neighbouring shrub.04 Feb 04:45 PM
New Zealand'Now I realise how the homeless feel' - owner of destroyed houseA fire that destroyed his house has inspired a homeowner to look out for others.02 Feb 12:58 AM
New ZealandOwner blames lawnmower after huge blaze: 'The house is destroyed - there's nothing left'A faulty lawnmower is thought to be the cause of a house fire in Waikato yesterday.01 Feb 04:24 PM
New Zealand'Extremely intense': Neighbour pulls elderly man from burning houseEmergency services were called to the fire in Curzon Place, Parklands at about 6.10am.31 Jan 07:45 PM
New ZealandFirefighters furious as drivers speed past crash scenesFirefighters have had enough after daily incidents and near misses.28 Jan 05:12 PM
New ZealandTe Haroto scrub fire contained, fighters remain on standbyThree helicopters, nine fire trucks and three tankers contained the fire at 4pm.28 Jan 12:42 AM
New ZealandOwners 'truly devastated' after large fire at 105-year-old houseAt the height of the blaze, six fire engines battled the flames.24 Jan 10:07 PM
New ZealandFirefighter's battle with PTSD: 'I soon learnt to lock away all emotion'Dealing with trauma is an everyday, and painful, part of life for first responders23 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandChildren suspected of starting two church fires in West AucklandThree fire appliances are attending the fire.23 Jan 02:27 AM
