New ZealandDiver missing north of AucklandA diver failed to resurface after going underwater north of Kawau Island and has not been seen for several hours.25 Dec 03:40 AM
New ZealandCouple abandon boat in rough seas off FiordlandA couple were forced to spend a 'tough' night out in the open after abandoning their boat in rough seas off southern Fiordland.22 Dec 08:21 PM
New ZealandClimber killed, paraglider hurt in mountain accidentsA climber is reported to have been killed and a paraglider has spinal injuries after accidents on two South Island mountains today. 15 Dec 06:12 AM
New ZealandSearch for 17 missing fishermen suspendedThe search for 17 fishermen missing in the Southern Ocean has been suspended as no further survivors are expected.13 Dec 11:53 PM
New Zealand22 feared dead after ship sinksHope is fading for 17 missing fishermen after a South Korean trawler sank in the Southern Ocean, claiming at least five other lives.13 Dec 07:58 PM
New ZealandHope fades for boat's missing crewThe search for 17 people missing after a Korean fishing vessel sank in the Southern Ocean early today has been scaled down as it becomes increasingly unlikely further survivors will be found.13 Dec 04:50 AM
New Zealand5 dead, 17 missing after boat sinksFive people are dead and 17 missing after a Korean fishing vessel sank in the freezing waters of the Southern Ocean, 2700km south east of Bluff, early this morning.13 Dec 03:04 AM
New ZealandMissing girl 'just rocked up' to schoolA seven-year-old girl who went missing in Palmerston North last night has been found safe and well, police say.09 Dec 10:42 PM
New ZealandPike River fire fully out - expertsThe fire which has been raging for days at the Pike River Coal mine is definitely out, say Australians brought in to operate the GAG jet unit which has been pumping carbon dioxide into the mine.08 Dec 05:13 AM
EmploymentPike River staff will be cut - WhittallPike River Coal will have to reduce its workforce when it is ready to re-establish operations, but CEO Peter Whittall says reports of possible receivership were "extremely premature".07 Dec 11:34 PM
New ZealandKayakers' bodies found on Lake WakatipuThe bodies of two kayakers were found on Lake Wakatipu this morning.06 Dec 06:15 PM
New ZealandMine rescue must not remain with 'Mr Plod' - editorAn Australian-based online mining journal today called for NZ police to be blocked from controlling mine rescues.01 Dec 02:33 AM
New ZealandBack on dry land after 50 days adriftWhen Tanu Filo heard his son's voice on the phone, he thought it was a miracle.26 Nov 04:30 PM
