New ZealandHero pilot's mercy dash: 'We took care of our own business'The pilot has revealed the "horrific" scenes he found in the aftermath of the eruption.10 Dec 06:46 PM
New ZealandWatch: Rescue chopper footage reveals eruption devastationWestpac Rescue Helicopter footage shows an island coated in ash.09 Dec 06:03 PM
New ZealandA survivor's tale: Victims 'likely to be injured by debris and hot rocks'Volcanic eruption survivor recalls 2007 ordeal: "It was a horrific situation to be in."09 Dec 03:31 PM
New ZealandLost in NZ, he texted Texas for help - and a search party came to his rescueHe ate his last rations - a tortilla, Nutella and cheese - while awaiting rescue.04 Dec 11:04 PM
New ZealandUS tramper rescued after being swept away in swollen riverThe man alerted Texan authorities to his plight who then contacted NZ rescuers.04 Dec 08:07 PM
New Zealand'It was beautiful': The moment missing dog was rescued from steep bushZack was missing for weeks - but this shaggy dog story had a heartwarming ending.26 Nov 12:28 AM
New ZealandBad weather hampers search for fisherman swept off rocksThe search will continue around Ninepin Rock at Whatipu Beach today.17 Nov 06:23 PM
New ZealandPolice urge trampers to be safe after two rescuesThe police have taken the time to caution trampers ahead of any journeys this summer.16 Nov 01:12 AM
New ZealandStricken kayaker stranded overnight on island after being swept awayKayaker stranded on small island for entire night after being swept away.12 Nov 04:22 AM
New ZealandSearch continues off Great Barrier Island for missing kayakerPolice received a report about 8.55pm that a kayaker had not returned when due.11 Nov 07:35 PM
New ZealandBody found on Mt Pirongia in hunt for missing Waikato manA man's body has been found on the summit of Mt Pirongia.10 Nov 01:50 AM
New ZealandBody of second climber recovered after two die on guided trampPolice said the pair ''fell from the side of a cliff face''.06 Nov 11:34 PM
New ZealandKiwi's Greek rescuer: 'I imagined her beginning to despair'The "little speck of a grey dinghy" was almost indistinguishable from the search aircraft.06 Nov 07:05 AM
New ZealandClimbing tragedy: Body retrieval mission suspended for nightPolice were advised about 12.10pm that two people were in trouble.06 Nov 06:58 AM
New ZealandKiwi lost at sea used plastic bags, lollies to surviveWarkworth traveller wrapped herself in plastic bags to keep warm after dinghy went adrift.04 Nov 07:01 AM
New ZealandFishermen and child rescued after failing to return homeThe incident took place in mangroves near Tapora, Northland in the Kaipara Harbour.29 Oct 09:54 PM
New Zealand'I owe them my soul' - NZ Coastguard starts 2019 annual appealCoastguard requires $20 million to operate each year, and saved 6774 lives in 2018.26 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandSister's 'raw' pain at brother lost at sea 40 years agoGenevieve Cameron's brother disappeared with 4 friends in a boat off Whangamata in 1979.26 Oct 04:54 AM
New Zealand'This is the big one' - firefighter's first-hand accountFirefighters on the burning roof had to retreat when fire started popping up around them.24 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandPolice confirm body found in Waitaki River jet-boat searchSearchers looking for a man who fell from a boat in North Otago have recovered a body.18 Oct 11:41 PM
New ZealandSearch for Mike McClennan now in its third dayMike McClennan, 75, has been missing since Wednesday.17 Oct 07:17 PM
New ZealandCape Brett rescue: Battle to save survivors in massive waves, strong windsSea conditions were some of the worst the rescue chopper crew had seen in many years.15 Oct 01:02 AM
New ZealandMan in 20s pulled from the Hokitika GorgeA rescue helicopter is on its way to transport the man to hospital.14 Oct 05:56 AM
New ZealandFocus Live Earlier: Two found dead in wrecked plane after search and rescue operationFocus Live Earlier: Two found dead in wrecked plane after search and rescue operation.Watch30 Sep 02:32 AM
New Zealand'Incomprehensible': Family in shock after Emily, 9, swept awayCouple's only child had been spending holidays with extended family in Hokitika.27 Sep 12:15 AM
New ZealandThe heroic rescue that saved lives and the environmentScottish couple issued a mayday call after their anchor snapped in rough seas.21 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandFocus: Person dead after boat flips crossing Manukau BarFocus: Person dead after boat flips crossing Manukau Bar. Video / Michael CraigWatch21 Sep 12:40 AM
New ZealandMaritime NZ helps search for child missing at sea in Cook IslandsNZ authorities are helping in the search for a child missing at sea in the Cook Islands.19 Sep 10:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandSix months missing: Jessica Boyce's family are waiting for answersJessica Boyce, 27, was last seen in Renwick, Marlborough, on Tuesday, March 19, 2019.17 Sep 11:00 PM
New ZealandReunion to remember NZ rescue efforts in Taiwan quake 20 years agoOfficial recognition ceremony will be held at Auckland Town Hall on October 4.17 Sep 04:42 AM
New ZealandBody found in search for missing snorkellerPolice have found a body believed to be man who went missing while snorkelling yesterday.15 Sep 08:29 PM
New ZealandFears for man who was last seen snorkelling with friendsDive squad heading to Gisborne to search for man last seen snorkelling with friends.15 Sep 05:22 AM
New ZealandFiordland jet boat survivor's tough trek to save mate's lifeTwo men waited four hours to be rescued from the rugged south coast of the South Island08 Sep 07:07 AM
New ZealandTwo bodies discovered on West Auckland beaches have been identifiedThe two bodies were found at Piha and Muriwai within 24 hours this week.05 Sep 06:14 AM
