ChristchurchFrench national named as e-scooter rider killed by train in ChristchurchEmergency services were called to Addington about 3.30am on Friday.27 Jan 08:51 PM
New ZealandFatal Dannevirke crash: Police name cyclist as local manThe crash was near the Aerodrome Rd intersection about 5.15am on Friday.27 Jan 08:40 PM
WorldUS monster storm kills 30More than 540,000 homes and businesses remain without electricity.27 Jan 07:59 PM
New ZealandRotorua fatal crash victims named, police appeal for dashcam footageThe two-vehicle crash was on SH30 at Tikitere on January 15.26 Jan 10:34 PM
WorldFerry sinking kills 18, leaves 10 missing in south PhilippinesThe MV Trisha Kerstin 3 went down with 344 people listed on its manifest.26 Jan 05:34 PM
AucklandPolice name driver swept away at Mahurangi River crossing near WarkworthPolice said 47-year-old Tekanimaeu Arobati was from Kiribati.26 Jan 08:18 AM
WorldFerry carrying 342 sinks in Philippines, at least eight deadAt least 138 people have been rescued so far, with search efforts ongoing.26 Jan 01:23 AM
New Zealand‘Total loss’: Candle fire leaves Napier home gutted, 'nothing salvageable'Working smoke alarms alerted residents to a fire caused by candles in the living room. 26 Jan 12:50 AM
AucklandHigh winds close Auckland Harbour Bridge, traffic banked for kilometresAuckland's Harbour Bridge is facing repeated closures causing big delays for motorists.24 Jan 02:26 AM
New ZealandOne dead, one critical after serious Clutha incidentA police scene guard is in place as a full forensic examination continues.23 Jan 07:37 AM
AucklandMotorcyclist dies in Auckland motorway high-speed crashPolice say the rider failed to stop for motorway patrol before the crash.22 Jan 09:19 PM
WorldFinal death toll from Spain's rail disaster is 45The high-speed collision in Andalusia has left 45 people dead and more than 120 hurt.22 Jan 07:43 PM
New ZealandNZ Herald Headlines | Friday, January 23, 2026Morning Headlines | Rescue efforts continue following landslides, politicians descend on Rātana and Trump and Zelensky have a 'good' talk. | Friday, January 23, 2026Watch22 Jan 07:40 PM
New ZealandTravel warning: SH5 reopens after truck crash near WaipungaPolice warn the highway may be closed for several hours for clean-up.22 Jan 12:24 AM
WorldSpain train drivers call strike after deadly accidentsCatalonia’s main commuter rail services are halted for urgent safety checks.21 Jan 06:34 PM
CrimePolice search for ute after pedestrian seriously hurt in Nelson hit-and-runPolice are seeking a grey double-cab ute with a snorkel that fled the scene.21 Jan 01:20 AM
WorldOne dead, four seriously injured in train accident near BarcelonaIncident follows collision of two high-speed trains in Andalusia, with 42 dead. 20 Jan 11:02 PM
WorldRoyals visit deadly train crash site as Spain mournsThe crash killed at least 42 people and left more than 120 others injured.20 Jan 08:01 PM
WorldSydney Harbour Australia Day swim cancelled after fourth shark attack in three daysSharkSmart has closed Point Plomer beach after multiple bull shark sightings.20 Jan 02:42 AM
WorldSpain promises answers after high-speed train crash kills 40Investigators say both trains were within the speed limit on a straight track.19 Jan 05:17 PM
New Zealand'Devastating': Police vehicle in area before pedestrian hit by car in NorthlandPolice refer incident to Independent Police Conduct Authority.19 Jan 04:36 AM
WorldAt least 21 dead after high-speed trains collide in SpainAt least 70 people were injured in the crash.18 Jan 10:20 PM
New ZealandCyclist flown to hospital in critical conditionA cyclist is in a serious condition after crashing in Pyes Pā, Tauranga.18 Jan 02:39 AM
WorldPlane with 10 on board missing after losing contact over SulawesiThe turboprop vanished en route from Yogyakarta to Makassar on Saturday.18 Jan 01:42 AM
New ZealandPedestrian dies after being struck by vehicle in NorthlandThe incident happened just after midnight.17 Jan 08:18 PM
New ZealandFather killed on way to new job in late-night Hamilton crashFather of two Sandeep Singh had been in his new job for one week.16 Jan 10:13 PM
New ZealandMan dies after being pulled from water at Pilot Bay BeachPolice say the victim was unconscious and could not be revived.16 Jan 09:40 PM
New ZealandPolice name driver, 21, who died in fiery crash that injured twoThe Hamilton man died and two passengers were hurt when the car they were in hit a truck.16 Jan 04:28 AM
New ZealandTourist who killed grandmother on rural highway breaks down at sentencingThe defendant and family members were all in tears in the Christchurch District Court. 16 Jan 03:36 AM
WorldFinal death toll from Hong Kong fire put at 168The victims include 10 migrant domestic workers and one firefighter.15 Jan 08:37 PM
New ZealandTwo people found dead at scene of serious overnight crash on main Hamilton roadThe crash happened on Te Rapa Rd in Beerescourt about 12.30am. 15 Jan 07:47 PM
WorldFatal back-to-back Thailand crane failures tied to same firmItalian-Thai Development faces blacklisting after two deadly crane crashes.15 Jan 05:46 PM
World'Very dangerous conditions': Severe flash flooding hits Victorian holiday townsMultiple vehicles were left submerged and jammed against a local bridge.15 Jan 07:42 AM
New ZealandSeven injured, three serious after two-car crash shuts Northland highwayTwo helicopters are airlifting some of the injured patients to hospital.15 Jan 04:54 AM
