New ZealandDowntown Ferry Building evacuated amidst NZPFU strikeSmoke could be seen wafting out of a window from an upper floor of the iconic Quay St building. Video / NZ HeraldWatch13 Feb 12:03 AM
AucklandFire crews battle overnight blaze in OnehungaFirefighters from across Auckland have contained a blaze at a two-storey commercial address on Patrick St in Onehunga overnight. Video / NZ HeraldWatch12 Feb 04:21 PM
New ZealandSchool bus goes up in flames, 19 children evacuatedA school bus carrying 19 children caught fire in Mangawhai this afternoon.Watch09 Feb 04:39 AM
New ZealandFire and Emergency crews have extinguished a large vegetation fire on the side of Mount WellingtonWatch25 Jan 04:35 AM
PremiumNew Zealand'They are my heroes’: Son fought to save home during huge citrus tree nursery fire10 Jan 07:59 PM
New ZealandWatch: Grey Lynn house catches fire after lightning strike as thunderstorm hits AucklandWatch02 Jan 06:23 AM
New ZealandFirefighter whose dedicated life to helping communities honoured with King's Service Medal'It became my profession, and it became part of what I am.'30 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandSir Rod Drury heads Hawke’s Bay list in New Year HonoursA knighthood, ONZMs and KSMs - nine from Hawke's Bay are on the list.30 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand'You never do the job for a gong': Rural fire chief awarded King's medalPatrick O'Rourke, 68, has served the Rissington brigade for more than 30 years.30 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandCar collides with fire truck on Victoria Street, Auckland City.A vehicle and a responding fire truck have collided on Victoria Street, Auckland City. Video / Dean PurcellWatch27 Dec 09:40 PM
New ZealandWaiinu Beach fire grows past 100ha as crews brace for days of workThere are two firefighter crews present, supported by two helicopters and heavy machinery.15 Dec 10:21 PM
New ZealandMajor building fire in Wiri, Auckland.Firefighters have contained a large blaze at a building facility on Roscommon Rd in Wiri this morning. Video / Supplied / NZ HeraldWatch15 Dec 08:42 PM
New ZealandLarge vegetation fire breaks out near Parikino, WhanganuiMultiple crews have been called to a vegetation fire near Parikino in Whanganui. Video / Joni FrancineWatch14 Dec 07:35 AM
New ZealandHundreds evacuate CostcoHundreds evacuate Costco after fire alarm is set off. Video / NZ HeraldWatch14 Dec 06:35 AM
New ZealandKea Kids News: Do you have what it takes to be a rescue hero?!Reporter Aniella races into action at the Rescue Exhibition, where fearless kids test their bravery on emergency challenges with real-life firefighters. Video / KKNWatch30 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandPerson injured in huge Upper Hutt building fireEmergency services said they are responding to a building fire in an Upper Hutt industrial area. Video / Daniel TalbotWatch29 Nov 04:38 AM
New ZealandNZ Herald Headlines | Friday November 28, 2025NZ Herald Headlines | Friday November 28, 2025. Questions remain over Hong Kong fire. Erica Stanford under scrutiny for wasteful program. Video / NZ HeraldWatch27 Nov 05:45 PM
New ZealandCrews continue to battle a large blaze at a plastic recycling facility in WaiukuA toxic smoke warning has been issued after a major fire at a plastic recycling facility in Waiuku. Video / NZ HeraldWatch24 Nov 04:51 PM
New ZealandIre and emergencies: Restructure 'déjà vu' for 37-year veteran firefighterUnion says 12 roles could go at Tauranga BOP HQ, support roles in Rotorua 'decimated'.15 Nov 10:00 PM
New ZealandFire crews make progress as rain helps contain Tongariro blazeAssistant commander Renee Potae says crews are working to secure the fire line. Video / Mike ScottWatch10 Nov 09:47 PM
New ZealandRuapehu District Mayor: Tongariro National Park wildfireTongariro Fire: Mayor has just returned from flight over fire ground. Video / Supplied / Chris HookerWatch09 Nov 03:09 AM
New ZealandFirefighter trainers shut down unsafe live-burn facility in RotoruaRotorua’s live-fire steel cells risk collapse and emit carcinogenic smoke, trainers warn.06 Nov 06:43 PM
New ZealandNZ Herald Afternoon Update | Te Pāti Māori fakes confidence and crisis helplines cut by governmentNZ Herald Afternoon Update | Te Pāti Māori fakes confidence and crisis helplines are cut by the government. Experts warn of space terrorism as fire crews prepare to strike.Watch06 Nov 12:12 AM
New ZealandWatch: Fire breaks out at Rotorua's Mitai Māori VillageA function room at Rotorua's Mitai Māori Village caught fire, spewing flames and smoke across the nearby area.Watch04 Nov 05:28 PM
New ZealandTāmaki bus fire: Live update from the sceneFires crews are still on the scene working extinguish a bus which caught fire overnight, Katie Oliver reports. Video / Herald NowWatch22 Oct 07:23 PM
Herald NOW14 structures, including 5 homes, destroyedFire and Emergency Assistant National Commander Ken Cooper on the Kaikoura fires, Hawkes Bay and the approaching summer.Watch21 Oct 07:12 PM
Herald NOWKaikōura fires: Claire Sherwood reveals the latestNewstalk ZB South Island news director, Claire Sherwood on the Kaikōura fires.Watch21 Oct 07:01 PM
Herald NOW'Storm Watch: MetService gives the latest on Herald NOWMetService’s Thapi Makgabutlane breaks down what to expect as another front moves in - especially for Wellington.Watch21 Oct 06:40 PM
Rugby'Devastating': Blaze destroys champion rugby club's homeFire destroyed the Whakarewarewa Rugby Community Sports club overnight. Video / SuppliedWatch20 Oct 10:25 PM
