New Zealand'They didn't die alone': Heartbreak for avalanche victim's partnerPartner speaks of losing the man she first met when he was her guide — and made her cry.02 Nov 07:30 AM
New ZealandImportance of personal locator beacons stressed following avalanche tragedyAdventurer Jo Morgan survived the avalanche that killed her two climbing partners.31 Oct 04:47 AM
New Zealand'Lucky to be alive': Avalanche survivor Jo MorganAdventurer describes heartbreak about moment she realised two "dear friends" had died.31 Oct 12:46 AM
New ZealandTwo bodies found in search for diversThe pair had been missing since Saturday after going snorkelling.28 Oct 10:16 PM
New ZealandSearch underway for two divers missing since SaturdayThe pair - aged 23 and 51 - were diving recreationally for paua in Purakaunui Bay.28 Oct 12:04 AM
New ZealandMissing elderly Hamilton man found safe and wellGraeme Thatcher, 82, disappeared from his home address at about 2.30am this morning.25 Oct 05:47 PM
New ZealandTrio's lucky avalanche escape"It covered them with snow and ice, and it blew them off their seat."21 Oct 12:55 AM
New ZealandPolice warning after boaties emergencyTwo men had to swim to a nearby island after their boat became submerged.20 Oct 11:04 AM
New ZealandMeter reader spots missing teenThe meter reader recognised the girl from the photo police released.14 Oct 09:54 PM
New ZealandOcean rescue: Fisherman overboard off Wellington coastOcean rescue still underway for man who fell overboard from commercial fishing vessel.11 Oct 05:02 AM
New ZealandThree rescued after boat capsizes on Bay of Plenty sandbarThree men have been rescued after their boat capsized south of Tauranga.06 Oct 12:47 AM
New ZealandRotorua to lose local-based rescue chopperClark says Rotorua will be well-service by rescue choppers based elsewhere.05 Oct 12:30 AM
New ZealandChinese tourist saved from Mt Ruapehu with help of bilingual copWith no food, very little water and freezing temperatures, time was of the essence.04 Oct 06:46 AM
New ZealandFatal Tongariro hike: Four men ill-preparedThe poor weather that caught them off-guard was forecast the day before.02 Oct 10:19 PM
New ZealandTongariro Alpine Crossing closed after hiker's deathA rāhui has been placed on the Tongariro Crossing, meaning it is closed until Saturday.02 Oct 07:44 AM
WorldQuake hero: Air traffic worker sacrificed himself to guide jet to safetyAnthonius stayed in the tower to guide a plane carrying hundreds of passengers to safety.29 Sep 08:21 PM
New ZealandCAA investigation for new $13M rescue helicopterThe CAA is investigating an in-flight incident in a new $13m rescue chopper.29 Sep 04:00 PM
KahuRāhui in place following Ruapehu deathIwi acknowledged the death and expressed sympathy to the whānau of the deceased.22 Sep 10:35 PM
New ZealandPolice downgrade search for Riverton fishermanFisherman went missing after the boat he was in capsized in Riverton.11 Sep 09:18 AM
New ZealandHarbour rescue: 'Lucky' man's cries heard from passing boatA yachtsman was lucky to survive 90 minutes in the water.10 Sep 05:25 AM
New ZealandMan missing after boat sinks in SouthlandThe search has been called off for the night.09 Sep 04:07 AM
New ZealandFriend digs snowboarder out from avalancheThe 30-year-old man was partly buried and fell about 200m down mountain.24 Aug 08:11 PM
New ZealandClimbing death: Woman identified as US citizenThe deceased is believed to be a 28-year-old US citizen who was living in New Zealand.20 Aug 02:20 AM
New ZealandBody at Takaka Hill identified as missing man Jason CampbellThe body of a man found in the Takaka Hill area has been identified as Jason Campbell.20 Aug 12:55 AM
New ZealandTakaka Hill area new focus in search for Jason CampbellMissing Motueka man Jason Campbell hasn't been seen since August 4.14 Aug 09:12 PM
WorldJapanese rescue workers confirmed dead after helicopter crashAll nine people aboard a Japanese search and rescue helicopter have been confirmed dead.11 Aug 06:20 AM
OpinionMike HoskingHosking: Make adventurers, not taxpayers, pay for their rescuesCOMMENT: Mountaineers might be more careful if they knew they'll pay for their rescue.08 Aug 11:00 PM
New ZealandPolice appeal for information on man missing from MotuekaJason Campbell, 35, has been missing since August 4.08 Aug 03:05 AM
New ZealandOz climber won't be asked to pay rescue costs"Without these rescue services and their dedicated staff, he might not have survived."05 Aug 01:34 AM
New ZealandAussie climber airlifted off Mt Aspiring, on his way to hospitalThe Australian man would likely not have lasted another night say those who found him.03 Aug 02:40 AM
New ZealandDeath of Alaskan climber in South Island 'genuine accident'Nicole Leman, 27, died on December 9, 2015, after she fell negotiating a waterfall face.03 Aug 12:25 AM
New ZealandMt Aspiring climber to be flown off as soon as weather allowsHe's probably sat there going over where he went wrong wondering if this would be the end.02 Aug 08:07 PM
New Zealand'Extraordinary': Aussie climber missing on Mt Aspiring found aliveAn Australian climber missing on Mt Aspiring for more than 48 hours has been found alive.02 Aug 07:10 AM
New ZealandSearch for missing Aussie man on Mt Aspiring delayedHelicopter had to turn back because of weather, but rescuers say he could still be alive.02 Aug 01:59 AM
