New ZealandAmberley tyre fire: Man in court charged with arsonA man has been charged in connection with a tyre fire in North Canterbury.02 Feb 01:10 AM
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'Well involved': Van catches fire on side of road in CanterburyThe van was well involved when firefighters arrived.31 Jan 09:52 PM
New ZealandMan rescued from burning house in ParklandsElderly man rescued from burning house by neighbour in Parklands. / Chris LynchWatch31 Jan 08:03 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 ZealandPōkeno house fire: Drivers pull off State Highway 1 as home engulfedFirefighters had responded to the large house fire in the small Waikato town of Pōkeno.31 Jan 02:32 AM
New Zealand400ha Marlborough blaze: Investigator expected on site todayAn investigation into the cause of the fire is underway.28 Jan 06:57 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 ZealandMan accused of arson after fire damages 105-year-old mansionOwners 'devastated' by early-morning blaze.27 Jan 01:15 AM
New ZealandMurder denied after fatal suburban fireTwo accused over Cockle Bay death likely to face trial next year.26 Jan 08:00 PM
New ZealandDIY campervan explodes at campsite'I feel so terrible for them': DIY campervan explodes at campsite. / LDRWatch26 Jan 04:17 AM
New Zealand'I feel so terrible for them': DIY campervan explodes at campsiteUK couple 'lost everything' in freak explosion at a freedom camping spot.26 Jan 03:10 AM
New Zealand31-hectare Christchurch fire 60 per cent extinguished, crews to stay on siteEighteen fire crews and three helicopters battled to contain the scrub fire.26 Jan 12:41 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 ZealandCar catches fire on Southwestern motorway, AucklandA car is on fire on the Southwestern motorway.23 Jan 07:00 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
New ZealandFirefighters at scene of house fire in Upper HuttThe units were ablaze when firefighters arrived on scene.22 Jan 11:35 PM
New ZealandSuspicious: Police investigate fire at Auckland supermarket cafeEmergency services were called to the blaze at New World on Clark St at 11.15pm.22 Jan 07:35 PM
New ZealandNeighbour wakes Napier flat's occupants as BBQ reignites, starting large fireRoss Augustine said he was awoken to sounds "like someone ripping up tin".21 Jan 07:38 PM
New ZealandInvestigators on scene of major Cass Bay fire trying to determine causeResidents from 20 properties were evacuated during the major fire on Tuesday.19 Jan 08:26 PM
New ZealandFirefighters battle large scrub fire in Hawke's BayFirefighters have been kept busy in Hawke's Bay and Beach Haven overnight.19 Jan 04:53 PM
New ZealandFirefighters battle large house blaze in AucklandThe fire took hold at a property on Aeroview Dr, Beach Haven.19 Jan 08:48 AM
New ZealandFire danger running high amid oddball La NinaWildfire danger is high in places it wouldn't be under a typical La Nina climate system.19 Jan 02:50 AM
New ZealandWhareama fire: 30 years gone in under 30 minutesThe Whareama house owner rushed to a nearby church to call 111 after finding it on fire.18 Jan 07:03 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandHawke's Bay police seek help with high-profile casesA brutal bashing, a bizarre car dumping and an armed robbery foiled by courage.18 Jan 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Down on hands and knees vacuuming the lawn': Inside asbestos clean-upHazmat-clad clean-up crews reveal what it takes to clear asbestos from Ponsonby homes.14 Jan 05:30 AM
New Zealand'Barely managing': Lack of aerial fire trucks putting firefighters at risk, union saysHalf of Auckland's aerial fleet is off the road for repairs.14 Jan 05:13 AM
New ZealandNelson Port ship fire: Blaze extinguished after six appliances called to sceneFirefighters attend a ship fire at the Nelson Port.14 Jan 03:08 AM
New ZealandCar catches fire on Auckland motorwayDelays are expected and motorists are advised to pass the scene with care.14 Jan 01:56 AM
New ZealandDeep-frier fire sparks Wellington Central call-outFour fire trucks attended the Lambton Quay incident this afternoon.14 Jan 12:35 AM
New ZealandMIQ hotel evacuated after smoke seen coming from roofTwo fire appliances were at the scene.14 Jan 12:31 AM
New ZealandInside the Papakura fire: New image of charred car parts shows extent of damageOne fire crew remains at the site of the Hunua Rd fire in Papakura.13 Jan 08:45 PM