World'Buzz, buzz and the fire was blazing': Downed powerlines may have caused deadly wildfireDowned power lines apparently sparked some of the early blazes in the Maui wildfires.15 Aug 08:58 PM
WorldHawaii works to identify 99 killed in wildfiresCrews using cadaver dogs have scoured about a quarter of the razed town.15 Aug 07:21 PM
New ZealandUndue risk: Man who attempted to bring down NZ's power grid to remain behind barsGraham Philip refused to engage with a psychologist for a report.15 Aug 04:48 AM
EntertainmentCelebs slammed for 'out of touch' posts amid Maui wildfiresStevie Nicks, Paris Hilton and Nicole Scherzinger have been called out.15 Aug 03:23 AM
New ZealandFurious blaze destroys vacant Napier lodgeIn minutes, 40 metres of century-old Marine Parade frontage was ablaze.15 Aug 03:05 AM
New ZealandSix fire crews fight blaze at The Baker Man in Coopers BeachThe Baker Man in Coopers Beach gutted by fire15 Aug 01:14 AM
New ZealandCommercial building fire in Gate PāFire crews were called shortly before midday.15 Aug 12:23 AM
World'Driving into a death trap': Maui residents had moments to make life-or-death choicesThe worst-affected area, Lahaina, resembles a war zone.14 Aug 09:17 PM
WorldThe top five most deadly fires in US historyWildfires on Maui have killed 96 people. But this isn't the worst US fire in history.14 Aug 09:07 PM
WorldMaui wildfires: Some of the lives lost in Lahaina'The magnitude of our grief is indescribable'.14 Aug 08:37 PM
WorldHawaii wildfires toll expected to rise by up to 20 a dayTen to 20 more dead may be found each day as crews go street to street.14 Aug 06:45 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Tragic lessons from Hawaiian infernoOPINION: Every disaster is an opportunity to learn and prepare, our editorial says.14 Aug 05:00 PM
Travel'Heartbreaking': Tourists urged to avoid MauiAbout 46,000 people have flown out of Maui since the devastation at Lahaina.14 Aug 12:59 AM
WorldMaui wildfire toll hits 93: 'None of us know the size of it'Search area barely scratched after the deadliest US wildfire in more than a century.13 Aug 07:45 PM
World'Like a warzone': Pennsylvania house explosion leaves four dead, one missingThe cause of the explosion is under investigation.13 Aug 07:46 AM
WorldHawaii wildfire: Death toll rises to 93, deadliest in the US in more than a centuryThe state’s governor predicted more bodies will be found.13 Aug 03:42 AM
WorldFamilies wait in agony to hear from loved ones caught up in Maui wildfireFirestorm launched hundreds of people on a desperate search for their loved ones.12 Aug 10:06 PM
World'No warning': Maui death toll rises to 80 as survivors return to homes in ruinsMany fire survivors said they didn’t hear any sirens or receive a warning.12 Aug 09:30 AM
New ZealandElectric vehicle and house on fire in Pakuranga HeightsA house and garage were well involved in a fire in Pakuranga Heights.12 Aug 07:32 AM
New ZealandStudent flat up in flames in Riccarton, ChristchurchA house fire is blazing on Wharenui Road in Riccarton.12 Aug 05:36 AM
WorldExploding cars, bodies in the harbour: How a holiday paradise became a nightmareFamilies recount what happened when wildfires turned their vacations into a nightmare.11 Aug 11:46 PM
New ZealandOne dead in Hamilton house fireThree others escaped the fire to reach safety.11 Aug 11:18 PM
World'Like a blowtorch’: Death toll rises to at least 55, images show devastating Maui fires'We are still in life preservation mode. Search and rescue is still a primary concern.'11 Aug 07:52 PM
TravelWoman hides social accounts after reckless stunt sparks viral outrageThe couple thought the act was 'romantic'. The public thought otherwise.11 Aug 12:30 AM
New Zealand'Four or five' golf carts damaged in mystery Napier blazeFirefighters attended several golf carts on fire at Westshore and a Flaxmere kitchen fire.10 Aug 03:29 AM
WorldHundreds of Kiwis in Hawaii as terrifying wildfire devastates MauiPopular holiday spot ravaged in fires.10 Aug 02:51 AM
World'Raging' Auckland woman describes terrifying Hawaii wildfireThe second largest Hawaiian island is under blaze.10 Aug 02:23 AM
PremiumPremiumWorldExtreme wildfires are here to stay. Can human beings really fight them?Financial Times: Almost everywhere, fires are burning bigger, hotter, longer.10 Aug 02:14 AM
WorldWhat’s driving Maui’s devastating fires?A dangerous mix of conditions combined to make Maui wildfires so destructive.10 Aug 01:34 AM
World11 dead in fire at French holiday home for people with disabilitiesThe fire was the deadliest in France since 2016.09 Aug 10:48 PM
New Zealand'Like an alien': Strange noises before e-scooter explosionAdam Clayton heard a strange noise just before suffering near-fatal injuries.08 Aug 08:56 PM
World'Tragic': Helicopters battling US wildfires collide in midairEmergency officials say two firefighting helicopters collided while responding to a blaze.08 Aug 12:14 AM
New ZealandWork under way to repair Ōhakune motel fire damageThe hotel is planned to be fully repaired by the end of the week.07 Aug 02:54 AM
