VideoBay of Islands boat destroyed by fireEmergency services responded to reports of a fire at about 1pm yesterday. Video / SuppliedWatch26 Dec 07:19 PM
New ZealandWatch: Flames engulf boat in Bay of IslandsOnlookers says the boat was ablaze within minutes.26 Dec 07:08 PM
WorldPeople 'unaccounted for' after huge fire in SydneySeveral people are said to be missing after huge fire ripped through an apartment complex.24 Dec 04:23 AM
New ZealandElderly couple have lucky escape after fire rips through their houseThe fire broke out in Helensville just before 3am.24 Dec 12:55 AM
New ZealandBlaze from common household appliance destroys treasure trove of memorabiliaNew Zealand's youngest ever Commonwealth Games competitors loses everything in fire.23 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Tipping point': Ponsonby residents confused, anxious over toxic asbestos threatResidents were advised to bag and bin 'clippings from the first lawn-mow after the fire'.19 Dec 04:28 AM
New ZealandFire restrictions across NZ: Northland 'near extreme' dangerDry conditions and forecast strong winds have fire authorities on high alert.18 Dec 03:05 AM
New ZealandFire investigator calls for security cameras on the Port HillsThere have been 10 suspicious fires in the area over the last 10 days.17 Dec 06:27 PM
New ZealandFire crews continue to fight 80ha blaze near DunedinWaipori Falls residents on standby for evacuation.16 Dec 06:49 PM
New ZealandPort Hills fires: Ten suspicious fires in 10 days; fire chiefs ban fireworksNo concerns of a firebug yet - fire working with police to probe connections.16 Dec 01:52 AM
New ZealandChris Lynch: Restricted season won't stop fire lightersOPINION: Parts of Canterbury could reach 30C later this week.16 Dec 12:08 AM
New ZealandHelicopters helping to douse scrub fire in south AucklandFour fire trucks and a helicopter are on the scene of the blaze.15 Dec 11:03 PM
New ZealandTen fire crews respond to house blaze near Lake TaupōTen fire crews responded to a house fire in Lake Taupō overnight.14 Dec 05:22 PM
New ZealandFirefighter taken to hospital after house blaze in MāngereCrews were kept busy with two house fires in Massey and Māngere overnight.13 Dec 09:19 PM
New ZealandInvestigation into Port Hills fire continuesFire crews will be doing perimeter checks over the next day or so.13 Dec 06:46 PM
New ZealandRestricted fire season imposed across NorthlandFrom today anybody wanting to light a fire outside in Northland may need a permit13 Dec 06:17 PM
WorldAustralia's Black Summer bushfires signal new ice age, fire historian saysThe scale of the Black Summer fires made them different to blazes in previous years.12 Dec 07:08 AM
New ZealandCoromandel scrub fire: Residents evacuated, 40 firefighters at sceneThe alarm was raised just before 2.30pm.12 Dec 04:59 AM
New ZealandDriver found dead next to burnt-out vehicle after crashEmergency services were called to Te Towaka-Port Ligar Rd, in Admiralty Bay, around 9pm.12 Dec 01:56 AM
New ZealandChristchurch Port Hills fire: Resident says fireworks started blazePolice do not believe there is any link to vegetation fires earlier in the week.11 Dec 11:09 PM
New ZealandChristchurch fire: Evacuations as blaze burns in Port HillsFifty firefighters are currently working to protect property and stop the blaze spreading.11 Dec 09:58 PM
VideoChristchurch fire burns through 15 hectares, forces evacuationsA Christchurch fire has burned through 15 hectares this morning. Video / Zac Timms / Anne Marie Welton via Chris LynchWatch11 Dec 07:32 PM
New ZealandFire and Emergency New Zealand CEO Kerry Gregory's end-of-year speechFire and Emergency New Zealand CEO Kerry Gregory called on staff to uphold their values and call out bad behaviour in the organisation. Video / Fire and Emergency New ZealandWatch11 Dec 05:42 PM
New ZealandPonsonby school fire: Residents left in the dark over asbestos riskThey were advised to leave their homes due to the risk, but what now?11 Dec 05:17 AM
New ZealandWoman dies in hospital after house fireA fire investigator is looking into the source of the blaze.11 Dec 12:02 AM
New ZealandDehumidifier disaster: Remuera family's belongings incinerated in house fireDevastating blaze acts as reminder about the dangers of heaters and dehumidifiers.10 Dec 09:19 PM
New ZealandResidents get asbestos warning after Auckland school blazeHealth officials warn of asbestos found at Ponsonby Intermediate School after blaze.10 Dec 03:09 AM
New ZealandShuttle driver suspects sparks from a trailer started Tongariro National Park fireVideo shows white smoke rising beside the road in Tongariro National Park. Video / SuppliedWatch09 Dec 08:59 PM
New ZealandEast Auckland house blaze: Two fire murder accused denied bailTwo men charged after Wiremu Arapo's death will spend Christmas behind bars.08 Dec 07:49 PM
VideoPort Hills fires treated as suspiciousAn investigation has been launched after four suspicious fires overnight. Video / Caleb AlexanderWatch08 Dec 06:30 PM
New ZealandFour suspicious fires in Port HillsThree of the fires were on Summit Rd and one was on Governors Bay Rd.08 Dec 06:29 PM
New ZealandCrews work into the night after 'ferocious' fire at Auckland schoolSmoke billowed over central Auckland as school fire raged.08 Dec 05:47 PM
New ZealandTwo charged with murder over man's death in East Auckland fireTwo 32-year-olds have been charged with murder.08 Dec 04:16 AM
New ZealandPonsonby church fire: Was it arson?At the height of the fire smoke could be seen from across Waitemata Harbour07 Dec 05:00 PM
