Fishermen and child rescued after failing to return home
The incident took place in mangroves near Tapora, Northland in the Kaipara Harbour.
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Nelson Fire was largest NZ wildfire in 72 years.
SkyCity fire: New pictures shed light on devastating blaze
The photographs were taken by the crew of the Te Atatu Volunteer Fire Brigade.
Body found in search for woman in water on West Auckland coast
Police officers were also speaking with the woman's family.
Woman hit by axe as it smashes through windscreen
Drivers report errant drivers to police - talking on phone, dangerous passing, speeding.
Search underway for woman at Te Waha Point in Auckland
A helicopter search is underway in Auckland after a woman fell into the water.
Firefighters continue to fight growing blaze in Coromandel
Rain expected to hit area around dawn tomorrow, which might help dull the fire.
'Several' yachts capsize during race in north Otago
At least one person is being treated for hypothermia.
Critical injuries after Taupō crash
Emergency services called to the two-vehicle crash just before 11.30pm yesterday.
Patience, sushi, and cupcakes: Firefighters say thanks
Aucklanders rallied behind firefighters battling the huge blaze at SkyCity.
The handling of a disaster: Inside SkyCity boss' first moments after the fire
From argument to concerned call: SkyCity and Fletcher Construction bosses day before fire.
Focus Live Earlier: SkyCity CEO sees Convention Centre fire devastation for the first time
SkyCity CEO Graeme Stephens opens up about the devastating fire and what comes next in terms of the clean up.
Nine month ban for Dunedin driver after fatal careless act
Grandfather of 11 was on way to get medication when he was killed by an errant driver.
One dead in South Auckland house fire
All other family members managed to evacuate the house safely.
Focus Live Earlier: SkyCity workers claim burning throats and passing out
Focus Live Earlier: SkyCity workers claim burning throats and passing out.
Boozed patients proving a headache at city ED
Alcohol a factor in nearly one in 10 cases seen by Auckland City Hospital ED staff.
'Pretty knackered': Front-page firefighter on the moment photo was taken
James Miles was the face of the battle against the SkyCity fire in this morning's Herald.
Focus Live Earlier: Teen charged over death of innocent motorist during pursuit
Focus Live Earlier: Teen charged over death of innocent motorist during pursuit.
Firefighters battle strong winds as they monitor SkyCity fire
The weather forecast is mostly dry for the long weekend.
Focus: Area Commander Richard Twomey reveals cars ‘underwater’ in flooded SkyCity Convention Centre basement
Focus: Area Commander Richard Twomey reveals cars ‘underwater’ in flooded SkyCity Convention Centre basement. Video / Leon Menzies
Editorial: Convention centre must rise again from the fire
We say: Auckland and NZ desperately need centre up and running and paying its way.
Focus: Workers run for their lives as New Zealand International Convention Centre goes up in flames
Focus: Workers run for their lives as New Zealand International Convention Centre goes up in flames. Video / Grant Murray
SkyCity blaze: No automatic fire alarm system on incomplete centre levels
Bosses of SkyCity and Fletcher Building front up to media just blocks from the blaze.
Breakdown on Auckland Harbour Bridge delays commuters
The crashes are causing delays on several motorways.
SkyCity fire: Health alert issued for 'toxic' smoke
Auckland Regional Public Health Service issued an alert for people in Auckland CBD.
Stay out of Auckland CBD: Traffic gridlocked as SkyCity fire closes roads
Heavy traffic expected due to huge fire in downtown Auckland this afternoon.
SkyCity fire: Out-of-control blaze reaches maximum 6th alarm
Specialist fire trucks are being called in from around the upper North Island.
'Run, run! We knew we had to get out': Workers describe huge SkyCity fire
The blaze is visible across the city with huge plumes of black smoke.
Police reveal four minutes before fatal pursuit crash
Police pursuit was under investigation by the Independent Police Conduct Authority.
Focus Live: First pictures from major fire at SkyCity's New Zealand International Convention Centre
Focus Live: First pictures from major fire at SkyCity's New Zealand International Convention Centre.
Police pursuit 'horrific outcome': Innocent motorist killed in crash
Fleeing driver crashes into another car in Christchurch.
Penrose Rd closed, one person critical in Mt Wellington crash
The two-vehicle crash happened around 12.50pm on Penrose Rd.
Man fighting for life after being found injured in Auckland
An investigation has been started after man found lying injured in Mangere town centre.
Police confirm body found in Waitaki River jet-boat search
Searchers looking for a man who fell from a boat in North Otago have recovered a body.