Child dies after water-related incident in Lower Hutt
Police said the death would be referred to the Coroner.
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Teen who survived shock after climbing power pylon remains in critical condition
A witness said he was amazed the teen survived but did not know why he climbed the pylon.
'Somehow, he’s alive': Christchurch teen seriously shocked after climbing power pylon
A witness said the boy climbed the power lines and touched live wires.
Fire and Emergency boss turns hose on bullying, harassment: 'Enough is enough'
Service's reputation is being tarnished by those acting inappropriately, its CEO says.
Person in serious condition after fleeing driver crashes into truck in South Auckland
Fire and Emergency sent three fire engines to the Lambie Dr just after 1.26pm today.
Coastguard Gisborne securing future through Sunrise Foundation
Coastguard's endowment fund 'a call to action' for the community.
Watch: Fire and Emergency NZ boss 'upset' by bullying, racism and sexism
Two independent reviews revealed many do not feel safe to come to work.
Person dies in Christchurch house fire
Three roads in the area are cordoned off while firefighters work to contain the blaze.
Respected Canterbury farmer electrocuted in 'freak accident' fixing garage door
'He was articulate and passionate... but above all else he was just a lovely man.'
'It’s a tragedy': Respected farmer dies in accident
'His contribution was massive outside and beyond the farm gate.'
Emergency services scramble to sudden death in Canterbury tonight
Emergency services were called to the address at 5.25pm.
Southbound lane open after crash on Hawke’s Bay Expressway
Two-vehicle crash stops traffic north of Hastings.
Evacuating with 14 horses: One Canterbury family's wildfire fears
'Not our first evacuation, won't be our last.'
One dead after serious crash on South Island’s Karamea Highway
Motorists are being advised to avoid the area.
One person in custody after firearm sighting near school
Frankton School was in lockdown due to the police presence.
Auckland police arrest two dirt bikers following ride across city
Police arrest two bikers following a crackdown of up to 100 dirt bike riders across Auckland. Video / Supplied
Northland and other regions at high risk for wildfires
High fire risk in Northland: 'Avoid lighting fires' as winds worsen dry conditions.
Road closed, two critical following Canterbury two-vehicle crash
Two people in critical condition and another seriously injured were taken to hospital.
Police officer 'thought I'd lost everybody' during cyclone rescue effort
Moving through floodwaters on foot, officers saw seven people clinging to a pole.
Hospital bed-block 'worst it's ever been' - ED doctor
Peter Jones works as an emergency department physician and adviser to Health NZ.
Three injured, one trapped after boat flips on Raglan bar
Sixty-one lives have been lost in water-related incidents in New Zealand this year.
'Expect long delays': Multi-vehicle collision on major West Auckland highway
A collision involving a truck and a vehicle has left a driver seriously injured.
Hamilton mum risks $15k medical costs for terminally ill daughter on Disney cruise
“I thought this was a fresh beginning ... I'm going to have to bury another child."
Serious injuries following two-vehicle crash on Hawke's Bay highway
Police said initial indications suggest there are serious injuries.
Korean ski champs crash: Fourth person dies in hospital months later
The fourth person died yesterday after being in hospital since the crash in August.
Volunteer firefighters accused of driving offences, clipping a pedestrian
The incidents are being investigated and firefighters may face disciplinary action.
Auckland motorway restricted to one lane after serious crash
One person has been taken to hospital in a serious condition.
Tīrau crash: Police appeal for more info on fatal SH1 accident
The three-vehicle crash left one person dead and 14 injured.
One person seriously injured after car crashes into fence
One ambulance was sent to the incident on Kura St, Whatawhata.
Police say vehicle may have crossed centre line in fatal Tīrau crash
The three-vehicle crash claimed one life and injured 14 others.
Two-car crash blocks Hamilton's main street at rush hour
A police spokesperson said the incident was reported just after 8.45am.
Million-dollar burnt home had nobody living in it, police confirm
The house was recently sold for $1.1 million.
Watch: Smoke billows across Wellington as emergency services scramble to house fire
Five crews are still on site working to fully extinguish the fire.
Two people die after serious crash in Auckland, weekend road toll rises to four
Two people have died in hospital after a serious crash on Saturday.