New ZealandHelicopters to survey fresh damageHelicopters are getting ready to go up and give emergency workers an overview of any fresh destruction.16 Feb 07:59 PM
New Zealand'Twenty years of memories, gone'Son reeling after family home containing all of late father's belongings razed.16 Feb 05:53 PM
New ZealandMinister seeks changes in emergency lawCivil Defence minister wants the law governing emergencies improved.16 Feb 05:45 PM
New ZealandPort Hills Fire: Aerial survey for ruinsA quieter night for firefighters as the deadly Port Hills wildfire enters its fifth day.16 Feb 04:41 PM
New ZealandStunning timelapse footage of firesWatch: The wildfire races across a section of the Port HIlls, growing in intensity, in the timelapse footage.16 Feb 09:43 AM
New ZealandWho said 40 homes had been destroyed?Civil Defence's reports of houses destroyed by fire and evacuations over the past 24 hours have varied wildly.16 Feb 09:25 AM
New ZealandLucky escape for dream houseA Christchurch couple who were told that their home was lost in the Port Hills blaze, just hours after finally insuring it, appear to have had a lucky escape.16 Feb 07:28 AM
New ZealandNumber of damaged properties unknownExactly how many properties have been damaged by fires in Christchurch will not be known until much later, authorities say. And although 16 Feb 06:31 AM
New ZealandFire at Hamilton sandblasting buildingFirefighters have put out a large blaze at a Waikato sandblasting premises this evening.16 Feb 05:48 AM
New ZealandDead gorse perfect for wildfiresThe gorse, grass and pines on the Port Hills are ideal plants to fuel the wildfires sweeping through the area.16 Feb 04:38 AM
New ZealandWatch: Fire footage shows devastationA photographer who surveyed the damage of the Port Hills fire from the air has shared the incredible images that show the devastation.16 Feb 04:23 AM
New ZealandHomes destroyed in Port Hills fires in ChristchurchPort Hills fire updates: Amazing images show the extent of the damage from the air, and just how close it came to some properties.16 Feb 03:08 AM
New ZealandPM: How fires started 'seem a bit odd'While the cause of the Port Hills fires was being investigated, it did "seem a bit odd" that two fires had started at about the same time, says the Prime Minister.16 Feb 02:47 AM
New ZealandTwo in hospital after smoke inhalationThe Canterbury DHB and the Asthma & Respiratory Foundation have issued warnings about smoke inhalation for those affected by the Port Hills fires.16 Feb 02:03 AM
New ZealandPort hills fire: Orange hearts show social media supportKiwis are showing their support for those affected by the Port Hills fire and the firefighters working to put it out by making a statement 16 Feb 12:30 AM
New ZealandNearly a dozen homes destroyedThe ongoing firefighting effort includes 15 helicopters and planes - the maximum number that can safely be in the air at any one time.15 Feb 11:10 PM
TourismAdventure Park committed to reopeningWith a raging wild fire surrounding the Christchurch Adventure Park, the future is uncertain for the fledgling business.15 Feb 10:50 PM
New ZealandHelp for fire-evacuated petsContact the SPCA if you need a temporary home for a fire-evacuated pet15 Feb 09:56 PM
New ZealandWatch: Livestream of Port Hills fireCameraman says Sugarloaf seems to be the hottest part of the fire.15 Feb 09:38 PM
BusinessCanterbury employers urged to be flexibleEmployers need to be flexible and allow staff to tend to their families and properties in the wake of the Port Hills fire.15 Feb 08:29 PM
New ZealandAnxious homeowners seek fire answersChaos and cordons as evacuated locals try to find out how their homes survived the night.15 Feb 08:21 PM
New ZealandSir Miles says fire won't drive him outAs fire spread down the hills above his beloved historic Ohinetahi homestead and gardens, Sir Miles Warren wasn't going anywhere.15 Feb 07:45 PM
New ZealandHearty roast to send off firefightersFirefighters who came to the rescue and battled the fires across the Hastings district were given a top send-off last night. About 15 Feb 07:17 PM
New ZealandChristchurch mayor 'very worried'Lianne Dalziel says rubberneckers aren't helping and people need to 'stay at a distance' from the fires.15 Feb 06:49 PM
New ZealandPort Hills fires: Scores of road closures, people warned to stay awayRubberneckers are being warned to stay away from Christchurch's Port Hills.15 Feb 05:46 PM
New ZealandFire contained, but hotspots remainSmoking piles of earth, blackened trees, scorched earth and collapsed fencelines are the visible signs that remain of the Waimarama 15 Feb 04:41 PM
New ZealandBaby born as fire rages onIn the midst of the raging inferno enveloping Christchurch's picturesque Port Hills, came a new life.15 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandDisruption and despair as wildfires rageState of emergency declared as Port Hills' wildfires continued yesterday.15 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandPort Hills fires: What you need to knowIt's been a long night for Christchurch residents. Here's what you need to know first thing this morning.15 Feb 03:42 PM
New Zealand'This is the quiet before the storm'Christchurch braces for a hot and windy day as wildfires continue to wreak havoc.15 Feb 02:54 PM
New ZealandAgony for hero pilot Steve Askin's familyPaul Askin has spent years fearing terrible news about his son Steve. On Tuesday, that moment came when the chopper pilot died fighting Christchurch's fires.15 Feb 02:31 PM
New ZealandFleeing family: 'I guess now we wait'Evacuated family reveal the panicked scene of scared, fleeing families.15 Feb 01:59 PM
New ZealandChristchurch opens its doors to evacueesHundreds of people are offering beds, blankets and home baking to those who have been displaced by the fires.15 Feb 11:35 AM
