New ZealandLifeguards don't need arrest powers - spokesmanLifeguards say they do not want the power to arrest people who ignore beach closures, despite calls for them to be given enforcement powers.28 Feb 10:12 PM
New ZealandNail-biting wait for news from quake zoneNew Zealanders with relatives in Chile faced an anxious wait for news of their loved ones after the huge earthquake disrupted communications.28 Feb 08:57 PM
New ZealandNZ's tsunami alert cancelledNew Zealand's tsunami alert has been cancelled but people in coastal areas of the country are still advised to take caution.28 Feb 07:55 PM
New Zealand'Stupid' NZers rush to watch tsunamiHundreds of New Zealanders who raced to beaches to watch a potentially catastrophic tsunami were 'stupid', says Civil Defence Minister John Carter.28 Feb 03:00 PM
New ZealandTsunami warnings ignoredNew Zealanders weren't going to allow a 'peewee' tsunami alert to ruin the last official day of summer yesterday and many ignored warnings.28 Feb 03:00 PM
New ZealandTsunami fears over as alert downgradedThe official warning over a tsunami that threatened the entire east coast of New Zealand today has been downgraded to an advisory, but there is still a threat from ocean surges.28 Feb 06:38 AM
WorldKiwis face wait for news of loved onesOf the 200 New Zealanders known to be in Chile, 80 have so far confirmed they are safe.28 Feb 05:45 AM
New ZealandTsunami warnings have mixed results around NZTsunami warnings look to be cancelled as beach-goers who waited all day outside the water start heading home.28 Feb 02:38 AM
New ZealandTsunami warning downgraded, but surges may still hitCivil Defence authorities have downgraded the tsunami warning for New Zealand. However, New Zealand authorities are warning that there could be surges for up to 24 hours.28 Feb 01:27 AM
WorldTsunami: No damage reported on Pacific islandsBlaring tsunami warning sirens woke up Pacific island residents early this morning resulting in mass evacuations, but most warnings have been cancelled with no reported damage.28 Feb 01:07 AM
New ZealandKiwis head for the water, as tsunami warning remainsPaua fishermen are diving back into the seas and surfers are out to catch waves even as tsunami warnings stay in place.28 Feb 12:07 AM
New ZealandTsunami threat: Warning stays in place for entire east coastNew Zealand east coastal areas aren't out of the woods yet, with Civil Defence authorities and scientists electing keep the tsunami warning in place.27 Feb 11:20 PM
New Zealand'Crazy' people head to beach to watch tsunamiCrowds are gathering at beaches to watch the tsunami threatening New Zealand, says the coastguard.27 Feb 10:40 PM
