New ZealandKirwee, Canterbury forest fire: 50 firefighters extinguish blazeFire and Emergency said there have been no significant flareups overnight.05 Feb 10:23 PM
New Zealand'Don't know how to live without him': Mum's grief for e-scooter crash victimShe says bike helmets don't offer enough protection.05 Feb 09:39 PM
New ZealandMan arrested after firearms incident in South AucklandA nearby early learning centre was evacuated as a precaution.05 Feb 01:38 AM
New ZealandWaikato Westpac Rescue Helicopter 2023 reviewThe Coromandel Peninsula area had the most rescue helicopter missions in 2023.04 Feb 07:29 PM
New ZealandWatch: Shopkeeper with broom tries to stop axe wielding Auckland liquor store thievesThe offenders were caught a short time later.04 Feb 07:17 AM
New ZealandOne dead after water-related incident in NorthlandPolice are making enquiries on behalf of the Coroner.04 Feb 06:58 AM
New ZealandTwo people shot in Northland town in less than 24 hours, police investigatingA man was bleeding heavily from what was believed to be a single gunshot wound to the leg.04 Feb 12:26 AM
New ZealandWhere our rescue helicopter went in 2023Dannevirke and Levin were the helicopter's most-visited locations in 2023.03 Feb 11:14 PM
New ZealandAuckland dairy worker assaulted during late night robberyA witness told NZME the lady had been assaulted and was in shock.03 Feb 08:43 AM
New ZealandLiquor store staffer attacked with axe - thieves leave phone, weapon behindThe two offenders took various items before escaping in a stolen vehicle.03 Feb 03:52 AM
New ZealandPolice 'trying to piece together' how man fell from balconyPolice "trying to piece together the circumstances" that left man critically injured.03 Feb 01:49 AM
New ZealandMen plucked from ocean in extreme wind as boat sinks during Megafish competition'It all happened very fast', says the fishing club manager of boaties' rescue.02 Feb 08:06 AM
New ZealandNew Auckland tsunami evacuation maps show lower risk than thoughtAuckland Emergency Management says the new maps are also easier to understand.01 Feb 06:17 AM
Politics‘Could happen tomorrow’: Govt warned of chances of ‘catastrophic’ earthquakeStaffing issues could compromise the Government's response to even small-scale events.01 Feb 12:37 AM
New ZealandCyclone Gabrielle anniversary set to challenge, and help, a still-grieving regionPsychologists say marking the day respectfully can be encouraging for those struggling.31 Jan 05:00 PM
New Zealand‘I think my time’s up’: Grandfather’s brush with death after frightening bee encounterBees had never bothered Sean Pont, so life-threatening allergic reaction came as a shock.30 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandFire at central Auckland coffee roasterThe fire started in the roasting machine inside the building.30 Jan 12:41 AM
New ZealandTwo stricken fishermen plucked from rocks in dramatic helicopter rescue at Port WaikatoThe two men were winched aboard Auckland's Westpac Rescue Helicopter this afternoon.29 Jan 06:54 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'You don’t mark your own homework': Auckland Council and mayor under fire over flood review snubFormer police commissioner Mike Bush has not been invited back to review his flood report.28 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandSerious injuries after single vehicle crash on West Coast, SH73 closedPolice said initial indications suggest there are serious injuries.28 Jan 03:51 AM
New ZealandFamily with children lose everything in Auckland house fireThe building manager told the Herald he believes a gas bottle started the fire.28 Jan 12:56 AM
New ZealandAuckland floods then and now: Photos capture devastation - see how same spots look todayTraumatic memories hard to shake for victims of flooding a year ago in Auckland.27 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandFire crews battle blaze at north Auckland houseFirefighters were called to the house fire in Takapuna at 6.30pm this evening.27 Jan 07:31 AM
New ZealandEmergency services rescue seven people from Waiheke Island boat fireEmergency services were called to the fire around 5:30pm.27 Jan 06:50 AM
New ZealandFirefighters tackle large scrub blaze in North CanterburyFENZ has sent several fire crews and four helicopters to the large blaze near Cheviot.27 Jan 05:55 AM
New ZealandWatch: Bay of Plenty mall targeted in brazen smash and grabThe attackers targeted the Michael Hill Jewellers.27 Jan 05:11 AM
New ZealandSix-car crash in South Auckland: Two people suffer serious injuriesEmergency services were called to the scene about 9.30pm.26 Jan 06:47 PM
New ZealandMan who died at home after crash was 'disorientated' at the scene, says witnessSt John says the patient refused their staff's recommendation he be taken to hospital.26 Jan 04:55 AM
New ZealandBody found after person jumped off crane into Wellington HarbourSafety measures to keep people off the historic crane have been considered.26 Jan 01:03 AM
New ZealandTourist death: DoC launch investigation after young girl fell from rock near viewing platformThe Department of Conservation will launch an internal investigation into the death.25 Jan 11:53 PM
New ZealandWatch: 'Chaotic' - witness films ‘massive crash’ on motorway overbridgeThe crash caused major delays.25 Jan 06:50 AM
New ZealandRāhui lifted, vehicle access reopened after fatal Muriwai Beach crashPolice inquiries into the crash remain ongoing and no charges have been laid.25 Jan 06:16 AM
WorldWatch: Harrowing helicopter rescue saves woman trapped for 15 hours in rushing waters'Climbing on top of the car saved her life.'25 Jan 01:49 AM
New ZealandPolice are investigating a gang-on-gang assault at Christchurch Hospital emergency departmentThe fight broke out in the waiting room around 8.15pm.24 Jan 09:24 PM
