New ZealandMan charged for lighting fires at churches in Christchurch and GreymouthThe 28-year-old man has been charged with two counts of arson.01 Apr 08:16 AM
New ZealandPolice seek Christchurch arsonist donning cat maskPolice would like to speak with anyone who may be able to identify the man pictured.01 Apr 08:02 AM
New ZealandAlleged Nelson arsonist namedSeveral serious fires broke out in the Nelson Bays area in February.27 Mar 03:01 AM
New ZealandFirefighter dies of cancer: Death ruled work-relatedAll Brett How ever wanted to do was put out fires. It eventually killed him.26 Mar 07:15 PM
New ZealandWhite powder sent to spy HQ remains a mysteryFire and Emergency New Zealand were called around 3pm.25 Mar 02:46 AM
New ZealandHill fire: 'We were very lucky that it was a calm day'A small fire in a rubbish hole escalated into a blaze that covered one side of the hill.24 Mar 02:20 AM
New ZealandWatch: Incredible car fire that closed major highwayVideo shows a car parked on the side of the highway completely engulfed in flames.24 Mar 12:15 AM
New ZealandNorth Shore fire services kept on their toesThree crews were sent to both fires but both have been contained.14 Mar 09:48 AM
New Zealand'Heartbroken': Fire destroys historic Akitio beach homeThe Cowans' home was incredible. But the blaze only left behind the "hideous".13 Mar 09:31 PM
New Zealand'Flames everywhere': Huge blaze at $75m building siteFire started by welding forces building site evacuation.12 Mar 07:41 PM
New ZealandPerson in critical condition after a crash near RotoruaA person is critical after a crash on State Highway 5 near the Matamata turnoff.08 Mar 09:52 PM
New ZealandFire services contain massive fire near ThamesThe fire was located near the scene of another devastating fire last year.07 Mar 01:57 AM
New ZealandMultiple fires contained after breakout in Port HillsThis morning firefighters that remained overnight were dampening hotspots.06 Mar 10:34 AM
New ZealandDriver trapped and small fire following Northland truck crashEmergency services are attending the scene of the crash near Whangārei.06 Mar 03:56 AM
New ZealandTwo people charged after fire lit in the Tasman DistrictPolice were notified just after 2pm that someone had been seen trying to start a fire.06 Mar 01:49 AM
New ZealandSmall fire at Orewa CollegeA small fire started in Orewa College's carpentry room05 Mar 02:44 AM
New ZealandFarming incident leaves two seriously injured in TaranakiPolice said it appears someone has been injured in an incident involving a harvester.04 Mar 06:36 AM
New ZealandFirefighters battle Hamilton house fireFirefighters are battling house fires in Hamilton and Clevedon this evening.04 Mar 05:48 AM
New ZealandFiery crash near Otorohanga closes roadThree vehicles including a campervan have been involved in a fiery crash near Otorohanga04 Mar 03:20 AM
New ZealandIn flames: Car fire blocks Dunedin's Northern MotorwayEmergency services are responding to a car fire in Dunedin.02 Mar 10:09 PM
New ZealandGas pipe ruptured in central ChristchurchEmergency services are responding to a gas leak in Christchurch CBD.01 Mar 08:29 PM
New ZealandSuspected arson behind South Auckland house fireEmergency services were called to the house in Clover Park at 6.50am today.01 Mar 07:26 PM
New ZealandCrews still fighting hot spots from new Nelson blazeCordons are still in place on Moutere Highway at Maisey Rd and Old Coach Rd.27 Feb 07:25 PM
New ZealandResidents relieved to return home after second Nelson blaze"We just saw a a huge plume of smoke, really dark smoke."27 Feb 08:14 AM
New ZealandLive: Residents evacuated earlier allowed to go home'I actually didn't take everything out from the last time I packed', says B&B owner.27 Feb 07:42 AM
New ZealandState of emergency in Nelson region liftedA decision has been made to allow the state of emergency to expire.26 Feb 09:41 PM
New ZealandFirefighters extinguish car blaze on SH1 south of WhangāreiThe fire took place between Maungakaramea Rd and the turnoff to Puwera landfill.25 Feb 05:47 PM
New ZealandPigeon Valley fire: Fire contained and controlled by crewsFirefighters have created a 30m "black-out" zone around the fire area.23 Feb 11:13 PM
New ZealandPerson seriously injured in Nelson workshop fireEmergency services were called to the building fire on Rutherford St just before 7am.23 Feb 07:35 PM
New ZealandMan charged after using flamethrower during Nelson fire banThe incident took place in the middle of the Tasman District, under a fire ban.21 Feb 05:38 AM
New ZealandPolice seek information after suspicious Napier fireEmergency services were called to the Taradale property around midafternoon.20 Feb 08:19 AM
New ZealandState of emergency extended for another week in the Nelson-Tasman regionThere is currently still 250 people evacuated from their homes.19 Feb 01:01 AM
New Zealand18 people treated after chlorine spillage at schoolFive crews were in attendance and have cordoned off an area to make it safe.18 Feb 02:49 AM
New ZealandCourthouse evacuated after 'white powder' findThe New Zealand Defence Force's explosive ordnance disposal team has also been notified.18 Feb 02:20 AM
