New Zealand'Absolutely shattered': Friends, family of climber missing on Mt Cook pay tributeThe search for the three foreigners will not be able to continue until tomorrow.04 Dec 05:11 AM
New ZealandSearch under way after kayak found, owner missingAir crews launch search in response to Manukau Harbour incident.04 Dec 04:18 AM
New ZealandThree injured, one trapped after boat flips on Raglan barSixty-one lives have been lost in water-related incidents in New Zealand this year.04 Dec 04:16 AM
New ZealandAoraki Mt Cook search: Police reveal grave concerns for missing climbersThe three climbers are believed to have suffered a fatal fall.03 Dec 11:28 PM
New ZealandWeather forces pause in search for overdue climbers on Mt CookPolice said the three climbers had been due to complete their climb at 8.30am today.02 Dec 08:03 AM
New ZealandRāhui in place at Waipū after woman’s death near river mouth'Our hearts go out to all who are grieving this loss,' surf live-saving club says.30 Nov 06:54 PM
New Zealand'Tragic accident': Soldier swept away rescuing his dog remembered as ‘talented man’Chief of Army says gunner's death is being felt across Ngāti Tūmatauenga and wider NZDF. 20 Nov 09:44 PM
New ZealandTramper rescued after overnight stay in bush with no food or waterThe man got lost after becoming disorientated on a track near Waikanae.19 Nov 04:48 AM
New ZealandMan missing in Manawatū River serving NZ Defence Force memberIwi have placed a rāhui on the river. 18 Nov 05:56 PM
New ZealandRāhui remains in place as search for missing 83-year-old swimmer continuesThe rāhui prevents people from fishing, netting and taking shellfish.05 Nov 12:45 AM
New ZealandTairāwhiti news digest: New immersion suits for rescue chopper teamsA generous donation has seen rescue chopper crews equipped with immersion suits.20 Oct 11:40 PM
New ZealandLightly clad climber’s legs ‘shredded’ in ‘spur-of-moment’ ascentThe injured man had to spend nearly six hours close to the Mt Taranaki summit.15 Oct 04:36 AM
New ZealandClimber survives 250m plunge on Mt Taranaki; five rescued in 24 hoursOne person was also taken off the mountain suffering from hypothermia.14 Oct 09:50 PM
New Zealand'A bloody legend': Guide killed in avalanche living his best life, family sayBrett Evans, 38, was killed in an avalanche in Canterbury last week.29 Sep 07:52 PM
New ZealandStranded Mt Cook climbers rescued after four nightsThe two men are said to be in good spirits after spending four nights in a hut.20 Sep 11:42 PM
New ZealandClimbers trapped on Mt Cook at risk of frostbite as they continue to wait for rescueAn alpine rescue crew is in touch with the climbers stranded since Tuesday.20 Sep 07:19 AM
New ZealandInjured climbers may remain trapped on Mt Cook for days after another freezing nightRescuers are on standby while they wait for a gap in the weather.18 Sep 11:17 PM
New ZealandWhitebaiter dies after being swept into sea by 'rogue' waveFellow whitebaiter raised the alarm after horror unfolded.18 Sep 02:07 AM
New ZealandInjured climbers trapped overnight on Mt Cook, weather hampers rescue effortsThe injured pair spent the night high up the mountain, hemmed in by bad weather.17 Sep 11:26 PM
New ZealandPlane deployed in search effort for man swept off rocks into Manukau HarbourIt has been 36 hours since the man was swept off the rocks while collecting shellfish.15 Sep 01:15 AM
New ZealandBroken bones, spinal injuries, heart giving out: Inside the rescue helicopterThe Herald spends a weekend witnessing lifesaving missions across the South Island.14 Sep 05:01 PM
New ZealandInside the Westpac rescue helicopterInside the Westpac rescue helicopter with the NZ Herald. Video / George HeardWatch14 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandMajor search and rescue training exercise completed in Auckland Harbour this morningEmergency services have completed a multi-agency exercise led by the Police, simulating a marine search and rescue in the Auckland Harbour this morning. Video / NZ HeraldWatch11 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandFamily ‘heartbroken’ as hunt for man missing in Manukau Harbour continuesThe missing man's niece says the family 'were still in shock' over the capsize.29 Aug 03:48 AM
New ZealandAutopsy completed on 5-year-old found dead in pondAuthorities have completed their examination as family plan tangi.17 Aug 02:06 AM
New Zealand'Beautiful little man': Fundraiser for 5-year-old Khyzah's family raises over $10,000'The loss of this cherished boy has left a big hole in everyone’s hearts.'14 Aug 06:34 AM
New ZealandStranded divers swim over an hour to deserted island before being rescuedOnce ashore, the men used matches from their waterproof survival kit to light a fire.12 Aug 07:16 AM
New ZealandBody found in search for missing Gisborne 5-year-old boyThe extensive search started Sunday afternoon.12 Aug 06:45 AM
New ZealandFive rescued from capsized boat in Manukau HarbourCoastguard and police attended the incident near Puketutu Island this morning.03 Aug 03:02 AM
New ZealandNo map, matches, or GPS: Ill-prepared hunters rescued from Southland forestWith temperatures dropping to below zero, the pair were lucky to find their way out.14 Jul 10:46 PM
New Zealand'Lucky to be alive': Man found after 48 hours in the bush with no locator beaconSearch and rescue said the man's actions are a textbook example of what not to do.10 Jul 03:11 AM
New ZealandSeven people accounted for following reports of yacht in troubleThe Coastguard is understood to have attended the scene09 Jul 09:05 PM
New Zealand‘Rapidly out of daylight’: Survival skills help save father and son trapped in bushDuo were off the track and facing huge waterfalls: 'Fall over them and die kind of stuff'.03 Jul 01:36 AM
New Zealand'Slayer of all slayers': Tributes flow for dead Gisborne fishermenGisborne Mayor Rehette Stolz said the men were loved, well respected and will be missed.26 Jun 01:49 AM
