New ZealandRugby chaos, New Caledonia unrest and half-marathon blunder | Focus Morning Bulletin May 24, 2024Richie McCaw speaks out on rugby’s civil war, more Kiwis get the green light to evacuate New Caledonia and how a husband's ‘toxic’ actions almost cost this wife a race victory.Watch23 May 07:43 PM
New ZealandWhānau of Karnin Petera acknowledge search and rescue efforts at national awardsTwo Northland search and rescue missions were acknowledged yesterday evening.22 May 12:02 AM
New ZealandSurf life-savers humbled by cyclone rescue honour: 'A privilege to be able to respond'They rescued about 250 people, navigating IRBs under power lines and around debris.22 May 12:00 AM
New Zealand'It's just what we do' - Northland on map at NZ Search and Rescue AwardsRescue efforts between January 1 and December 31, 2023 are recognised at the awards.21 May 06:00 AM
New ZealandWeather hampers search efforts for missing fishermanOne man's body was located on Friday. The other remains missing.05 May 10:48 PM
CrimeEnchanter fishing boat tragedy: Five deaths, several charges, one upcoming trialThe three-week trial starts on Monday in Whangārei. Here's what you need to know.03 May 10:00 PM
New ZealandWhangārei search: Missing fishermen new to NZ, family spokesperson saysThe men, in their mid-30s, had just arrived from India with their wives and children.02 May 05:51 AM
New ZealandDramatic rescue, measles epidemic and Israel truce offer | Focus Morning Bulletin April 30, 2024Skipper speaks out after Manukau Harbour rescue, health experts warn of a measles epidemic and Hamas considers Israel’s latest cease-fire offer in the latest NZ Herald headlines.Watch29 Apr 07:35 PM
New ZealandSearch for fisherman missing off Raglan coast continuesThe man has been missing for almost a week.29 Apr 04:24 AM
New ZealandStricken boatie winched to safety after vessel capsizes on notorious Manukau barAnother boatie was rescued by a passing jet ski.28 Apr 06:24 AM
New ZealandSearch on for person missing off Raglan coastPolice had a report about 6.28pm about people needing help in the water.11 Apr 08:24 AM
New ZealandColleagues join the search for fisherman in the water off Hawke's Bay coastHow a fishing vessel crew member ended up missing remains unclear.02 Apr 12:35 AM
New ZealandTramper, 79, now missing for a week in Waikato forestShe was last seen wearing trail-type shoes, black pants and possibly a silver jacket.29 Mar 01:31 AM
New ZealandSearch continues for 79-year-old tramper missing five in Waikato forestThe woman was reported missing late on Saturday afternoon.28 Mar 05:46 AM
New ZealandSearch under way for 79-year-old tramper missing over four days in WaikatoThe woman was reported missing late on Saturday afternoon.27 Mar 04:58 PM
New Zealand'Just awesome': Missing man's miracle survival after two-week bush ordealFamily have shared details of Jon Ellison's incredible journey through the bush.25 Mar 07:07 PM
New ZealandMissing diver found 'cold and tired' after search at coastal Auckland community tonightThe Eagle helicopter and specialist police teams were involved in the search.14 Mar 06:32 AM
New ZealandSearch resumes for Pātea diver missing since SundayAn air search was also conducted.11 Mar 10:50 PM
New Zealand'Game-changer': Bigger, smarter rescue chopper added to BoP fleetA new 'top-of-the-line' chopper will service the region.06 Mar 09:34 PM
New Zealand'Majestic goat' leads son to missing dadBrent Harrison was tramping in the Tararua Range when he got lost and confused.28 Feb 11:44 PM
New ZealandMissing tramper found alive in Tararua RangesBrent Harrison had been reported missing on Monday.28 Feb 05:50 PM
New ZealandSearch for man missing after hike north of WellingtonThe missing man is believed to be a 72-year-old experienced tramper.27 Feb 04:48 AM
TravelLed astray: Tourists lost for a week in bush after following Google MapsTwo German tourists are lucky to be alive after a misdirection from Google Maps.21 Feb 07:36 PM
New ZealandRotorua hot pool mystery: Did a man fall in? Why police can't find a bodyWhy searchers are struggling to confirm their suspicion in the near-boiling pool.20 Feb 03:40 PM
New ZealandRocky escape: Police scale up warnings to stay safePolice are reminding fishermen to stay safe when rock fishing after a rescue that involved Police Search and Rescue and the Westpac helicopter took place in the early hours of Friday, February 16. Video / NZ PoliceWatch20 Feb 12:57 AM
New ZealandWatch: Canyoner winched to safety after Coromandel accidentThe patient needed to be extracted by winch from a height of 21 metres.18 Feb 01:42 AM
New ZealandPatient airlifted to hospital following remote Far North land rescueThe person sustained injuries which meant they were unable to walk out and required aid.18 Feb 12:51 AM
New ZealandBody recovered in Kaipara Harbour thought to be missing Piha swimmerThe 37-year-old went missing in the 'heavy and unforgiving' surf last week.17 Feb 08:25 PM
BusinessNo crew, no problem: The Navy’s new robot boat hits Auckland harbourThe Navy is trying out an unmanned craft that can stay at sea indefinitely.13 Feb 02:00 AM
New ZealandExperts warn trampers to be prepared on Tongariro Alpine Crossing'It’s things like walking the track in jandals.'07 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandTwo teens missing overnight on Upper Hutt walking track found by huntersThe pair were reported missing at 2am, and the search began at 4.30 this morning.04 Feb 07:38 PM
New ZealandCouple rescued from Mt Ruapehu in dead of night as 'intense' weather sets inThe couple hoped to get off the mountain before bad weather set in, but became lost.29 Jan 08:17 PM
New ZealandKiwi involved in fatal British Columbia heli crash named, family 'heartbroken'Lewis Ainsworth is survived by his parents, partner and 10-year-old daughter.29 Jan 03:00 AM
New ZealandYoung girl found dead after being swept down Fiordland riverPolice and search and rescue teams responded to the incident, along with a helicopter.25 Jan 02:39 AM
