Electric wheelchair fire leaves one person critically injured
The man was transported to Waikato Hospital in a critical condition by helicopter.
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Was luggage to blame? Private investigation into crash that killed Korean ski champs
Thee people died in the head-on crash near Geraldine on August 14.
Major police operation on Auckland harbour today - why locals need not worry
The exercise will simulate a disaster on a commuter ferry.
Wairoa flood review hits at 'surprising' decision-making, lack of warning for residents
The review did not go as far as stating an earlier opening of the bar would have worked.
Ram raiders smash security grill at Gisborne vege store
A group of people used a car to smash through the metal security grill and grab cigarettes, chocolate and drinks out of Makaraka Veges near Gisborne. Video / Makaraka Veges
Child tumbles from cliff on remote hiking track, survives 20m fall
Emergency services rushed to the scene at the bottom of a cliff near Pinnacles Hut.
Child dies in Waikato driveway incident
Emergency services were not able to revive the child.
Hundreds lose power after Rotorua crash
There were no injuries but a vehicle and power pole were damaged.
Napier siege hero paramedic's 50 years of service recognised
Paramedic awarded for bravery rescued a wounded officer and a solo yachtsman at sea.
WorkSafe opens investigation into child's death after quad bike accident
WorkSafe were advised and inquiries into the circumstances of the crash are ongoing.
A mystery boat retrieved from sea and several crashes keep emergency units busy
Police incident callouts over the weekend included these more serious ones.
Aunty of driver blames police for lack of action before dog walker killed on SH23
Woman says the vehicles of interest never left the accident scene.
Dog walker filmed walking in middle of dark road shortly before being fatally hit
The man can be seen holding up traffic as he walks with his dog in the dark.
Man found dead on highway near Raglan
Police are looking for vehicles of interest, a Ford Falcon and a Mazda Axela.
Whangārei police actively investigating after man shot in Ōtangarei
The shot man is now in a stable condition and three men have been arrested.
Arson suspected in Whangārei's Thomas St next to fatal house fire
The house fire on Thomas St, Tikipunga, was well-involved when firefighters arrived.
One dead in SH2 crash north of Gisborne
Emergency services were called to a single-vehicle crash on Matawai Rd.
Police refer Tūrangi double deaths to coroner
Two people were found dead at a residential address on August 15.
'Mayday': Aviation expert says burst oil seal may have sparked engine fire emergency
Irene King said such faults were not common, because of rigorous maintenance checks.
'As the sun was setting': Muriwai lifeguards rescue two stranded young girls
Rescuers were able to guide the pair along the rocks to safety rather than use a jetski.
Wellington shop windows shattered by vandals, mushrooms thrown inside
Wholly Bagels and TJ Terrace Superette each had windows shattered.
North Canterbury wildfire ‘not controlled or contained’, fire services warn
'The fire has jumped the containment line.'
'No means of escape': Two girls plucked from rocks in dramatic Muriwai Beach rescue
The pair were stuck on rocks as the tide rose around them, leaving them with no escape.
Child rescued from island in pond in South Auckland
One person was taken to hospital with moderate injuries.
Man arrested in Glen Eden over fatal shooting in Onehunga
A 32-year-old man will appear in court tomorrow charged with murder.
Watch: Engine fire sparks emergency landing, passengers jump from doors
Fire and Emergency were advised of the ATR aircraft's engine fire.
Arrest made in Constellation Drive
Armed Police have stopped a car and two people were arrested in Constellation Drive and Atlas Place in Rosedale in Auckland. Video / Supplied
Multi-vehicle crash on Auckland motorway causing significant delays
Police were called to the scene around 11.55am.
Two people charged after Mt Wellington homicide
Two people are due to appear in Auckland District Court tomorrow.
Memorial plaque honours Korean ski champs killed in Geraldine crash
Athletes and coaches travelling in convoy after training when tragedy struck.
Three people rescued from house fire in Henderson, Auckland
A fire investigator will return to the house later this morning.
Waikato Hospital wait times soar to 'distressing' levels
One woman had suspected internal bleeding and still was not seen by a doctor.
State highway to close for police investigation days after serious crash
The scene examination will include an assessment of whether the incident was deliberate.