World6.4 earthquake strikes VanuatuThere were no tsunami warnings or immediate reports of damage.25 May 11:49 PM
WorldSurvivors of massive Papua New Guinea landslide desperately seeking helpSurvivors of a massive landslide in Papua New Guinea are still waiting for official help.25 May 04:15 AM
New ZealandCyclone Gabrielle aftermath: Tairāwhiti residents still cut offBridge-less Tairāwhiti residents grapple with isolation amid heavy rains.23 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandLines company workers save motorist stuck in rising Rotorua floodwatersThe eastern North Island is in the firing line on Tuesday.21 May 07:45 AM
New ZealandForestry firms argue against rate hikes, citing already high paymentsResidents say forestry firms should boost payments for debris clean-up and road repairs.20 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandExtension of quake-prone building deadlines a 'godsend' - but is it safe?Government steps in as property owners struggle to raise capital to undertake works.19 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandKaikōura 2016 earthquake linked to unrest at Taupō supervolcano - 500km awayIt’s been a question on the minds of geoscientists - can big quakes trigger eruptions?19 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandHikurangi Subduction Zone: The burning question about NZ’s biggest quake-makerOur biggest fault zone is thought to have a release valve in the form of 'silent' quakes.19 May 01:42 AM
New ZealandNZ 'always has the potential' for a big quake – so how prepared should we be?Modelling has highlighted the impact a catastrophic quake could have on this country.17 May 05:09 AM
New Zealand'We are devastated': Men killed in non-suspicious house fire worked at top Auckland restaurantThe pair were beloved workers at Cafe Hanoi, blaze not suspicious17 May 02:19 AM
New ZealandGisborne mayor calls for better Nema commsMayor Rehette Stoltz sees further improvements needed with Nema response.16 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandWorkSafe will not prosecute Fenz over Muriwai firefighters' deaths in landslideDave van Zwanenberg and Craig Stevens died during Cyclone Gabrielle.15 May 11:40 PM
New Zealand'Not enough' well-trained staff to deal with severe weather events, review finds'We do not have enough well-trained Nema staff or surge staff to deploy,' the report read.15 May 06:32 PM
New Zealand'I’m just stunned': Council concerned residents don’t know where to go in tsunami alertMany submissions mentioned 2021 tsunami alert that resulted in jammed streets.14 May 08:51 PM
New ZealandVictims of South Auckland house fire identified, grieving family pay tribute to kapa haka starA third man remains in hospital.14 May 02:57 AM
New ZealandNational power grid emergency further extendedThe coldest spot this morning was in the central North Island.12 May 12:02 AM
New ZealandSpace storm upgraded to 'extreme' as Transpower extends 'grid emergency' notice again'Our control rooms are monitoring the event' – grid operator.11 May 03:51 AM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeANZ, BNZ bosses in no hurry to follow Reserve Bank’s advice on insurability of propertyThe Reserve Bank believes more risk-based pricing could improve financial stability.07 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandMayor Wayne Brown bins long-term lease for Port of Auckland, sticks with status quoThe Auckland Mayor earlier warned that the 'manure hits the fan' if nothing changed.07 May 12:21 AM
WorldHundreds rescued from flooding in Texas as waters keep risingHigh waters flooded neighbourhoods around Houston following heavy rains.05 May 12:44 AM
Banking and financeRBNZ wants banks to be more careful issuing mortgagesThe bank is wary of banks issuing loans against properties that become hard to insure.29 Apr 05:00 PM
WorldWide devastation left by a deadly tornado killing fiveThe tornado injured 33 people and knocked out power in the area.29 Apr 02:56 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'So lucky to survive': Car owner shares story behind memorable cyclone photographThe powerful image ran on the front of Hawke's Bay Today and the Herald after the flood.28 Apr 04:36 AM
BusinessAfter spending $700k-plus on pins for Covid-19 workers, department now cutting costsSome 80,000 frontline pandemic workers were given the pins.26 Apr 12:17 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandOpinion: Devastating blow for apartment owners hidden in Govt announcementEarthquake-prone apartment owners had every right to rely on a now-cancelled loan scheme.24 Apr 05:00 PM
ConstructionProtected Norfolk Island Pine was felled for more developmentThe man 'was aware that the removal of the tree would yield more developable land'.23 Apr 10:39 PM
New ZealandChristchurch’s new Catholic cathedral to be built on same site as last oneThe original Cathedral of the Blessed Sacrament was demolished in 2020 after quake damage.21 Apr 06:38 AM
New ZealandKnowledge of environment helps tackle climate change, says maramataka expertTe Tai Tōkerau Community Resilience Action Plan is to be adapted throughout the region.18 Apr 11:00 PM
WorldIndonesians leave homes near erupting volcano and airport closes due to ash dangerMount Ruang on the northern side of Sulawesi Island has had at least five large eruptions.18 Apr 08:49 AM
New ZealandCommunication patchy, skilled volunteers turned away in Gabrielle's aftermath'There’s got to be a better way'.17 Apr 11:01 PM
WorldTsunami fears after 'monstrous' volcanic eruption, thousands fleeEruptions at Ruang mountain sent ash thousands of feet high.17 Apr 10:31 PM
New ZealandGovernment extends earthquake-strengthening deadlines by four yearsApartment owners have faced sleepless nights and losing their homes over 'unfair' rules.17 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandJoseph Ahuriri mystery: ‘Disappointing’ end to HB beach search'I want to acknowledge the resilience of his family,'16 Apr 01:33 AM
New ZealandMarlborough residents told to evacuate, high winds close Sky Tower eateries, flights cancelledRestrictions are likely as the Auckland Harbour Bridge gets battered by wind.11 Apr 07:53 AM
