New ZealandHundreds of cars destroyed in fire at car wrecker's yardThe cause of the blaze is not yet known but it follows other fires at car wreckers.16 Jun 10:36 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandMerepeka Raukawa-Tait: Only luck has prevented more tragedies like Loafers LodgeOPINION: Boarding houses were common in many New Zealand towns and cities after the war.16 Jun 07:00 AM
New ZealandFirefighters battle major Dunedin pub fireDunedin firefighters battle a major fire at Mitchells Tavern early this morning. Video / Otago Daily TimesWatch15 Jun 09:24 PM
New ZealandLoafers Lodge fire tragedy: 'We are all responsible'Hundreds gathered in Wellington's Cathedral of St Paul to remember the victims.15 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandPolice and fire investigations underway after fires in PapatoetoeFire crews responded to cars ablaze and a house fire in Papatoetoe.13 Jun 06:11 PM
TravelHow a Red Sea scuba trip ended in fire and three missing bodiesBodies of the three British tourists are yet to be found.12 Jun 08:07 PM
New ZealandFirefighters responding to blaze in Titirangi, West AucklandFirefighters are responding to a blaze at a restaurant in West Auckland.12 Jun 06:01 PM
New ZealandLoafers Lodge survivor's haunting choiceFaamatala Sili jumped out of his window and fell two storeys to escape the fire.09 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandWoman taken to Christchurch Hospital after Kaitoke crashPower to 224 Powerco customers was cut as a result of the incident.09 Jun 03:14 AM
New ZealandTwo taken to Whanganui hospital following Kaitoke crashThe car involved in the crash caught fire after power lines fell onto it.08 Jun 01:12 AM
New ZealandBuilding fire at Wellington’s Shelly Bay suspicious, police revealPolice said the building was unoccupied and the power was not connected.07 Jun 11:16 PM
CrimeRoadblock for companies suing aluminium panel manufacturersCompanies allege Alucobond aluminium panels are unsafe and pose a fire risk.07 Jun 07:13 AM
New ZealandCar fire on Auckland's Southern MotorwayA car caught fire on Auckland's Southern Motorway this morning. Video / Manpreet BrarWatch07 Jun 01:31 AM
New ZealandScene guard to remain at warehouse fire in Shelly BayNeighbours warned of asbestos threat.06 Jun 06:31 PM
RoyalsMichael Wood saga deepens, Shelly Bay fire & Prince Harry in court | Focus Morning Bulletin: 7 June, 2023 The Michael Wood saga continues, Auckland households face a double-digit rate increase and Prince Harry gets his day in court in the latest New Zealand Herald headlines. Video / NZ Herald Watch06 Jun 05:41 PM
New ZealandWhanganui East shed fire deemed suspiciousThe fire occurred around 2.45am on Tuesday.05 Jun 11:35 PM
New ZealandLoafers Lodge fire: Man in court on five murder chargesThe man accused of killing five people in the Loafers Lodge fire last month has appeared.05 Jun 10:48 PM
New ZealandKaikohe firefighter Geoff Mayall honoured for lifetime's serviceThe life member has held almost every role in the brigade since signing up in 1972.04 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandWorkSafe orders review of asbestos management at fire stationsAsbestos is a leading workplace killer, 220 people die a year.04 Jun 09:49 AM
WorldWoman's car with kids inside catches fire while allegedly shopliftingOne child suffered first-degree burns 'to her face and ears'.04 Jun 03:36 AM
New ZealandFirefighters yet to determine cause of large Hastings shed fireFirefighters fought a shed fire that sent billowing smoke into Hastings skies on Sunday.03 Jun 09:56 PM
Kahu'Huge risk': Rotorua Mayor calls for urgent action after Loafers Lodge tragedySome accommodation providers have been described as unsafe.01 Jun 06:03 PM
New ZealandLoafers Lodge fire: Man charged with five counts of murderThe man has already been charged with two counts of arson.01 Jun 05:22 AM
VideoFavona scrap yard blaze, police milestone and house prices to turn? | Focus Morning Bulletin: 01 June, 2023 South Aucklanders concerned over toxic smoke, government set to hit promise of 1800 net police increase and reports indicate potentially better times ahead for homeowners, in the latest New Zealand Herald headlines. Video / NZ HeraldWatch31 May 08:50 PM
New ZealandFirefighters enter second day of battling South Auckland scrap yard blazeThree fire crews remained at the James Fletcher Dr site overnight.31 May 06:42 PM
New Zealand'It's inexcusable': Scrap yard's ninth fire in five yearsA nearby business demands authorities investigate yard's operations after several fires.31 May 06:59 AM
New ZealandScrapyard fire: Wind change pushes toxic smoke across South Auckland suburbsAbout 40 firefighters are working to control the fire in a pile of scrap car parts.31 May 01:57 AM
PoliticsMinister under investigation, scrap yard fire burns & Loafers Lodge inspections revealed | Focus Morning Bulletin: 31 May, 2023 Minister investigated over accusations she misled Parliament, fire crews fight blaze in South Auckland and Wayne Brown lashes out on the eve of his final budget proposal, in the latest New Zealand Herald headlines. Video / NZ HeraldWatch30 May 05:48 PM
New ZealandFocus: Scrap metal yard on fire in South AucklandFirefighters are battling a blaze in a pile of scrap metal at Sims Metal in South Auckland's Favona. Video / NZ Herald / Mike ScottWatch30 May 05:12 PM
New ZealandNew police pursuit revealed, wet weather lashes North & drone strikes rock Kyiv | Focus Morning Bulletin: 29 May, 2023 Revised pursuit policy set to be unveiled, heavy rain and wind hits the upper North Island and Russia launches one of its largest drone attacks on Ukraine in the latest New Zealand Herald headlines. Video / NZ Herald Watch28 May 05:43 PM
New ZealandSt Mary's Bay house fireFootage shows the house fire in St Mary's Bay continues as daylight approaches. Video / Kyarne WilliamsWatch27 May 08:19 PM
New ZealandAuckland firefighters battle large house fire at St Mary's BayFirefighters across Auckland are battling a large house fire on Shelly Beach road in St Mary's Bay which broke out around 1:40am this morning. Video/ NZ HeraldWatch27 May 07:47 PM
New ZealandFire and Emergency accused of 'putting our communities at risk'Communities are at risk says mayor.27 May 09:59 AM
New ZealandMourners farewell Loafers Lodge victim Mike the JugglerMourners from all walks of life trickle into the Newtown funeral home.26 May 08:35 PM
