New Zealand'Tragically taken': Hunter shot in bush near Dannevirke was 44-year-old fatherPolice say the fatal shooting was accidental and an investigation is underway.16 Apr 01:12 AM
New ZealandScottish island where Kiwi monk Justin Evans went missing not entirely isolated - local councillorCouncillor Stephen Clackson says the small island is linked by boat and ferry.14 Apr 07:13 PM
New ZealandFirefighters, police clash over cliff rescue of woman trapped in ‘extremely precarious position’Police waited 30 minutes to alert Fire and Emergency, which arrived long before SAR.13 Apr 07:57 PM
New ZealandCrew’s desperate rescue bid after colleague swept overboard in subantarctic waters10 Apr 08:00 AM
New Zealand'Remarkable': Climbers rescued after three nights stranded on steep mountainside10 Apr 05:10 AM
New ZealandSurvival of man missing from Interislander ferry 'extremely unlikely', police say01 Apr 06:19 AM
New ZealandMolly the border collie found alive a week after 55m West Coast waterfall tumble30 Mar 11:03 PM
New ZealandHawke's Bay tramper saw a zebra in the bush and knew he was in troubleJohn Sharpe could feel he was close to collapsing, but he had a way out.20 Mar 05:00 PM
WellingtonPolice dive squad searching for missing Lake Manapōuri boatieThe Police National Dive Squad are currently assisting with search efforts.15 Mar 03:10 AM
New ZealandMissing man found dead in Auckland river after week-long searchThe man's body was located in the water by a member of the public. 11 Mar 06:59 PM
New ZealandSearch continues for missing Greymouth kayaker swept out to seaThe Greymouth Star understands the victim is a local man in his 30s.09 Mar 01:29 AM
New ZealandSearch underway after person swept out to sea on West CoastA kayak found nearby may be linked to the missing person.07 Mar 11:14 PM
New ZealandTwo rescue helicopters called to water incident on Southland beachEmergency services were called about 3.15pm and two people were flown to hospital.03 Mar 05:36 AM
AucklandMan swept off rocks at West Auckland beach, major sea search underwayThe search will continue this afternoon at low tide.01 Mar 01:49 AM
AucklandBody of missing kayaker found after search and rescue operationThe man's death will be referred to the coroner.01 Mar 01:07 AM
New Zealand'Lucky to be alive': Five injured climbers, one needing CPR, in five-hour Mt Taranaki rescueAll five weekend hikers were hurt after an incident on the mountain, three seriously.23 Feb 01:07 AM
New Zealand'Hugely positive': Fewer Hawke's Bay rescue helicopter missions in 2025The Hawke's Bay Rescue Helicopter said the most notable decline was in search and rescue. 22 Feb 11:31 PM
New ZealandPolice seek group walking and riding bikes near Napier beach where 5yo drowned The boy was found dead in the water of Westshore Beach on Waitangi Day at 1.30am. 19 Feb 05:44 PM
New ZealandThe Taupō cop who has responded to some of the worst disasters in NZ & around the globe'I am there to do a good job for those grieving families.'14 Feb 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Devastating consequences': Police warning after trampers stranded in snow overnightPolice say the trampers lacked the gear needed to safely retrace their route.13 Feb 02:27 AM
New Zealand'Out of character': Police hold serious concerns for missing Southland farmer Kevin Belling, 62, was last seen at his Motu Rimu farm on January 9.11 Feb 01:07 AM
New ZealandBody found in search for missing Bay of Plenty fatherPolice recovered the body from the Waioweka River about 9am today.10 Feb 03:16 AM
World‘Devastated’: Missing 4yo's grandparents break silence after bombshell Aussie police updateHis disappearance is now being investigated as a major crime.06 Feb 03:21 AM
WorldGrandparents of missing Australian 4yo hire lawyersGus’ grandmothers Josie and Shannon Murray have each engaged criminal lawyers.05 Feb 10:39 PM
WorldAussie police declare 4yo's disappearance a 'major crime'Police have formed Task Force Horizon in their search for the boy in South Australia.05 Feb 04:10 AM
New Zealand'Very unusual': Fears grow for Southland farmer missing for almost a monthLast weekend, police focused intensive searches on his Caesar Rd property.03 Feb 08:54 PM
World'No proof of life': Police 'strongly believe' cop killer Dezi Freeman is dead, not on the runPolice are now searching bushland with cadaver dogs for Freeman's body.02 Feb 05:02 AM
WorldAustralian police announce new search for alleged cop killer Dezi FreemanThe alleged gunman vanished after two officers were fatally shot in August.01 Feb 08:19 PM
New ZealandPolice end recovery operations at Mount Maunganui as six landslide victims formally identified'We are very relieved for the families that all their loved ones have now been returned.' 01 Feb 02:40 AM
New ZealandFamily waits as search continues for man missing in Waioweka RiverDavid Roe, a father-of-four, was swept downstream after falling from his boat last week.30 Jan 10:44 PM
