AucklandCentral Auckland hotel evacuatedGuests at the Edit Hotel were evacuated as smoke spread through the tower.29 Nov 10:56 PM
WorldHong Kong fire: Thousands pay tribute to 128 dead at Tai Po estateThree days of official mourning began, with flags at half-mast across the city.29 Nov 09:45 PM
WorldWoman rescued from remote Western Australia cave after 12-hour ordealCrews worked through the night with specialist gear to reach the cave.29 Nov 09:29 PM
TalanoaTahiti landslide kills eight, including child, as probe into building safety beginsAbout 200 rescuers, drones and an army helicopter searched day and night.29 Nov 01:48 AM
WorldHong Kong begins three days of mourning for 128 victims of deadly blazeAround 200 people remain missing, with 89 bodies still unidentified.29 Nov 01:19 AM
New ZealandBody found after vehicle crashes into Wairoa RiverPolice believe they have found everyone from inside the vehicle, but divers will check.28 Nov 10:35 PM
New ZealandFatal flaw: Faulty winch blamed in death of NZ sailor in UKLyall Babington had been sailing his 17-metre yacht, Mollie, around the world.27 Nov 11:58 PM
WorldSwiss woman dies after shark attack off NSW beachPolice will examine the couple's GoPro, which may have filmed the attack.27 Nov 11:15 PM
WorldHong Kong fire toll climbs to at least 94, hundreds still missingFirefighters continued to douse the buildings at the fire site.27 Nov 07:14 PM
PoliticsPolitical panel: Education reforms, Lake Alice fallout & police shortagesNational vs Labour on education overhaul, Lake Alice error and police numbers. Video / Herald NowWatch27 Nov 06:02 PM
World'Animal': Trump condemns suspected gunman after National Guard members shot in DCTrump also ordered 500 more National Guard troops into Washington, DC.27 Nov 03:01 AM
New ZealandRescue helicopter sent after Wakatipu HS student injured at remote school campThe camp is held deep in the Rees Valley, two hours from Queenstown.27 Nov 12:26 AM
ChristchurchMotorcyclist dies in crash north of KaikōuraEmergency services were called to the single-vehicle crash site shortly after 10am.27 Nov 12:17 AM
WorldWoman killed, man critical after shark attack on NSW coastWitnesses fought to save the woman before emergency crews reached the beach.26 Nov 11:34 PM
WorldThree arrested, at least 55 dead as fire engulfs Hong Kong apartment towersStrong winds and burning debris helped the blaze spread between towers.26 Nov 10:54 PM
Christchurch'The kindest possible man': Mother mourns American lawyer son who died on Aoraki Mt CookRescuers found the two missing climbers deceased near Aoraki Mt Cook's summit.26 Nov 09:41 PM
World'Couldn't do anything': Deadly Hong Kong fire devours homes of thousandsResidents fled locked windows and smoke-filled homes in the 2000-unit tower.26 Nov 09:04 PM
WorldLiverpool parade attacker pleads guilty to injuring 134 fansThe 54-year-old’s guilty plea came as prosecutors prepared to present evidence.26 Nov 05:51 PM
New ZealandMan seriously injured after incident outside West Auckland mallEmergency services were called to the scene about 2.40pm.26 Nov 03:11 AM
Christchurch ‘A loving father and husband': Tributes flow for Wānaka mountain guide who died on Aoraki Mt CookThomas Vialletet died alongside an American client while trying to ascend the mountain.26 Nov 02:55 AM
WorldFire danger shuts NSW schools as heat and winds worsenTwenty-five public schools across NSW have been closed due to fire risk.26 Nov 12:29 AM
ChristchurchAoraki Mt Cook tragedy: Bodies of two fallen climbers, including US visitor, recovered Thomas Vialletet died alongside the American client while trying to ascend the mountain.25 Nov 08:13 PM
AucklandAuckland G.A.Y nightclub fire now treated as suspicious by policeCCTV footage from inside the club on Karangahape Rd is now being reviewed.25 Nov 03:01 AM
ChristchurchRespected guide among two dead after Aoraki Mt Cook tragedyTwo other members of the group were airlifted from the mountain uninjured.25 Nov 02:59 AM
ChristchurchTwo climbers dead after fall near Aoraki Mt Cook summit, night rescue operation revealedThe pair were roped together when they fell near the summit late last night.25 Nov 01:18 AM
WellingtonTwo more men arrested as 45-year-old killed in Waikanae is named Five people are now in custody in relation to the death of Michael Kenneth Tofts. 24 Nov 10:49 PM
New ZealandCrews continue to battle a large blaze at a plastic recycling facility in WaiukuA toxic smoke warning has been issued after a major fire at a plastic recycling facility in Waiuku. Video / NZ HeraldWatch24 Nov 04:51 PM
WorldCrime scene set after deadly Brisbane blaze leaves suburb reelingNeighbours say a family ran into the street as screams and smoke filled the air.23 Nov 05:50 PM
World‘No patients or staff have been injured’: Hospital roof caves in as Fina strikesGusts of up to 205km/h are battering the Top End as Cyclone Fina intensifies.22 Nov 08:03 PM
AucklandPolice investigating nightclub fire on Auckland's Karangahape RdA fire investigator is set to return to the site today.22 Nov 07:39 PM
New ZealandChild flown to hospital after being trapped under log at RaglanThe child suffered serious injuries before being freed by responders.22 Nov 04:27 AM
New ZealandHouse fire in Northland treated as suspiciousA fire investigator is due at the scene this morning.21 Nov 06:37 PM
ChristchurchPolice appeal for information about second accident 500m from double fatal truck crashTwo died at the scene and another person was airlifted to hospital in serious condition. 20 Nov 11:17 PM
New ZealandTwo dead after car and truck crash on SH1 near TimaruDiversions are in place while the Serious Crash Unit investigates.20 Nov 08:41 AM
