Fire truck breakdown left firefighters trapped in basket above North Shore blaze
The union said the 'last resort' failed when a manual lever broke in a firefighter's hand.
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'Serious': Paraglider 'unresponsive' after landing in sea off Christchurch coast
Police received the emergency call at 11.50am today.
Quiet summer for Northland beaches as water safety efforts take hold
Surf club patrols wrapped up last weekend and will restart on Labour weekend.
Napier council's new barriers frustrating fishermen: 'The beachfront is being closed off'
Timber barriers are appearing along Marine Parade to stop vehicles.
'Golden opportunity': 56ha of 'prime farmland' rezoned, approved for development
More than 450 homes could be built on the land.
Two recycling workers tried to put out North Shore blaze until it 'exploded'
It's believed the fire was likely caused by lithium batteries.
'She misses you and hates you': Teen's world shattered after sexual violation by brother
He plied her with drugs and alcohol during a Christmas trip to his home.
Man critically injured after suspected stabbing in West Auckland
Police have cordoned off a cul-de-sac and a reserve.
One dead after vehicle crashes into South Auckland creek
Firefighters rescued a survivor from the vehicle.
Kiwi influencer dies at 21 after documenting cancer battle
'My life may be short, but I genuinely think I’ve squeezed every bit out of it.'
'Special to be here': Thousands attend Anzac Day services across Hawke’s Bay
'The Anzac spirit - born of hardship and forged in battle - continues to resonate.'
Watch: Dramatic video footage captures Taupō mum's 50m cliff fall
Louisa Redward, 43, wanted to thank the emergency services staff who rescued her.
'Humbling': Stolen RSA trailer recovered by police in time for Anzac Day
The Hawke’s Bay Tactical Crime Unit's lead happens to be a returned serviceman.
‘Vladimir, STOP!‘: Trump turns on Putin after deadly Kyiv strike
The President directly appealed for attacks on Ukraine to stop.
'That was the finish of him': 100-year-old veteran on tough days and toasts at the end
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'Had enough': Officers get new powers after spate of 'senseless violence'
A Gang Conflict Warrant has been issued and police are promising to use it.
'Overwhelming grief': Nearly $40k raised to support family of slain US student
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Watch: Thousands gather for Anzac Day Commemorations around NZ
The national day of remembrance for fallen servicemen and women begins with dawn services.
Thousands gather to attend Anzac Day services
Thousands have gathered for Anzac Day services around the country as Kiwis remember our fallen servicemen and women. Video / Cherie Howie / NZ Herald
Turning 100 on Anzac Day: From choirboy to wartime signalman shadowing Hitler
Lives depended on short and long beeps – dots and dashes.
Upgrades for ED and ICU at Hawke’s Bay Hospital, 700 more car parks
Four new projects have been announced for the hospital over the next decade.
‘My Davey will come home’: The ‘dead’ WWII soldier who lived
David Dawson's name is on two war memorials. But he didn't die a soldier.
'Working towards abundance': Record-breaker kiwi translocation complete
Since the end of February, 232 birds were moved to new homes.
The prickly history of boxthorn and Taranaki's inventive solutions
Opinion: Kem Ormond looks into the boxthorn hedge and the inventive methods to tackle it.
Watch Live: Anzac Day Dawn Service
Coverage of the dawn service for Anzac Day live from. Wellington. Video / TVNZ
Letters: Anzac graves in Gaza must be respected
OPINION: Kiwi graves need protecting
Kea Kids News: Are these pet toys the secret to saving the environment?
Don’t bin those fabric scraps, Rover’s birthday is coming up! Reporter Milla is at Waiōrea Community Recycling Centre, where upcycling workshops teach kids to make cool stuff.
Subdivision deal clears path for new homes, despite quarry concerns
Houses cut from a Hikurangi subdivision plan in a settlement with a concrete company.
Editorial: Anzac Day's message in a world edging towards conflict
OPINION: Anzac Day highlights rising global tensions and the importance of peace efforts.
'We could see the bone in our hand': Navy vet's vivid memories of hydrogen bombs
Hockley witnessed four hydrogen bomb tests at Christmas Island in 1957.
Morning quiz: Gruyere cheese originated in which country?
Test your brains with the Herald's morning quiz.
Stabbing prompts security review for Department of Corrections
A staff member was critically injured in the April 9 attack.
Why this rural town expects a big crowd at its special Anzac Day service
Between 500 and 600 people, including Australians, are expected to attend.
Whanganui's own war artist Ted Lewis
Ted Lewis served as a war artist during WWII, capturing scenes in Italy and Egypt.