Drones join helicopters, firefighters to battle Coromandel blaze
Drones with thermal imaging equipment will survey the Black Jack fireground.
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US citizen named as victim of fatal Orongo crash
Marcia Shattuck was one of 13 people killed on New Zealand roads over the holidays.
‘Tragic’ Hāhei cliff fall: Victim was boy, 13, on holiday with family
Two young people fell from a cliff in Hāhei; one died, the other was rescued uninjured.
'Challenging': Coromandel fire expected to take several days to put out
Four crews and three helicopters return to dampen hotspots.
‘Heartbreaking’: Death after fall from Coromandel cliff to be investigated, says mayor
Two young people fell from a cliff; one died, the other was rescued uninjured in Hāhei.
Fatal Coromandel cliff fall involved 'young people', police confirm
A second person trapped on the cliff was rescued by emergency services.
LA still on fire, Coromandel burning and the police continue investigations | NZ Herald News Update
Los Angeles is still under seige from flames as our own Coromandel begins to catch alight in the heat. The NZ Police are being kept very busy with investigations; and AI.
Fire crews continue fight against blaze that stranded holiday makers
Three helicopters and four ground crews resume battle today.
A fire burns on Black Jack Road, Coromandel
A fire is burning on Black Jack Road in the Coromandel. Video / Katie Dee
'Mission accomplished': Author Ron Murray dies three days after receiving copies of final book
Ron Murray's wife Jill described him as a 'man of many talents'.
Seabird drowning inquiry: Two people helping investigators
The birds were reportedly captured in fishing nets.
Coromandel fatal crash victim named
Thirteen people died over the official holiday period.
'Frustrating and distressing': DoC appeals for information after seabirds killed
'Extremely frustrating and distressing to hear about this kind of wilful mistreatment.'
Majority of watercraft fatalities not wearing lifejackets
“That could have been 16 lives potentially saved had they been wearing one.”
'Mate to many': Mother of Coromandel shooting victim thanks friends, family for support
Mabbott was shot dead and another man was injured in the Coromandel last month.
Beachgoers with no swimming skills a frustration
Beachgoers at a popular Coromandel beach are proving frustrating for lifeguards.
The NZ region with the highest road death toll in 2024
Roads in this region claimed 192 lives from 2022 to 2024.
Thames-Coromandel deputy mayor calls out ‘rich little s***s’ at troublesome holiday hotspot
Terry Walker says there is a regular pattern of vandalism at Pāuanui over New Year.
Serious injuries: Vehicle crashes into building at holiday hotspot
Two helicopters were sent to the scene.
'Silliness': Incidents prompt warning for beachgoers in 'most dangerous month'
Holidaymakers urged to stay cautious; lifeguards report manageable issues.
SH25 reopens after six injured in Whangamatā house fire
Brigades from Whangamatā, Ōnemana-Ōpoutere, Waihi, Paunanui, Tairua and Paeroa attended.
Fight led to death of zoo’s beloved capybara
Luna's fellow enclosure mate caused a number of wounds, which led to her death.
Wet start to 2025 for holiday hotspots and main centres across NZ
The first day of 2025 is forecast to deliver rain to all the main centres.
New Year’s Eve weather: Chch fireworks show canned, East Coast thunder and downpour alert continues
MetService says showers and strong winds should ease for most as midnight approaches.
Mixed weather to welcome new year as North basks in sun, South faces rain
Contaminated beaches in Gisborne; other North Island spots to enjoy sunny New Year's Eve.
Holiday hotspot beaches close after separate shark sightings
'Dozens of people raced out of the water,' one witness said.
Five drink drivers caught as police upscale testing in holiday hotspot
'We are all too familiar with the devastating results drink-driving can cause.'
Shark sightings force Coromandel beaches to close temporarily
Whiritoa closed intermittently on Friday and Waihī shut for a stretch on Christmas Day.
Motorists asked to postpone travels after fatal Coromandel crash causes major delays
Police say travellers face a 90-minute delay on the SH25a route.
‘Take extra care’: Warnings as giant seas, severe winds threaten holiday plans
A low-pressure system to the east is forecast to drive in southerlies.
Accused murderer Stuart Edmondson’s 50 pigs and three dogs saved by animal welfare group
Male pigs be desexed then will 'live their best lives'.
Spate of crashes leave one dead, several injured and part of SH1 closed
Seven people have died in road crashes around the country since Wednesday.
Glimmer of hope for NZME's Waikato community newspapers
The Taupō & Tūrangi Herald will continue in the new year – what about the rest?