New ZealandBody found in Waikato River identified as man missing since 2019His death is treated as unexplained and has been referred to the coroner.24 Jun 05:12 AM
New ZealandTears as private ambulance operators found guilty of forgery; altering documentsPrivate ambulance operators say they injected drugs into fruit as training exercises.24 Jun 04:42 AM
New Zealand'Scary as hell': Council couldn't find way to stop hoarding before weekend inferno'I just knew that one day this would happen.'23 Jun 06:00 PM
New Zealand'Intolerable': Delays for quake-prone fire station rebuild sparks union ire'We have been very patient, but our patience is at an end,' says firefighter.23 Jun 06:00 PM
New ZealandCombined cleaner-security roles at Waikato hospitals raise safety fearsCost savings from the scheme fell short, saving $137,300 instead of $207,300.23 Jun 05:56 PM
New ZealandTwo critically injured after multi-vehicle crash on key Auckland roadA crash closed Great North Rd in Glen Eden this afternoon.22 Jun 05:50 AM
New ZealandBody found in search for missing Christchurch womanElisabeth Nicholls was reported missing from Riccarton on June 4.22 Jun 03:23 AM
New ZealandOne dead, six hurt in spate of overnight house firesOne person has been found dead after a house fire in the lower North Island. 20 Jun 06:39 PM
New ZealandHave you seen her? Police concerned for missing Dunedin womanPolice and family are concerned for Jonelle's wellbeing.20 Jun 06:45 AM
New ZealandTūrangi homicide investigation: Man arrested after woman found deadThe 27-year-old is expected to appear in court today. 20 Jun 03:24 AM
New Zealand One dead, three injured in Central Otago ATV accidentOne adult died at the scene and three people suffered minor to moderate injuries.20 Jun 02:29 AM
New ZealandSmoke from plane at Christchurch Airport, fluid leak suspectedFirefighters responded shortly before 9am on Friday.20 Jun 01:07 AM
New ZealandOne 'critical' after assault in suburban Auckland, as police hunt suspectHato Hone St John sent an ambulance and two rapid response units to help.19 Jun 11:23 PM
New ZealandAoraki/Mt Cook alpine rescue team suspended for winter after staff departuresPolice will co-ordinate rescue operations via other SAR teams and helicopter providers.19 Jun 10:14 PM
New Zealand'Serious injuries': Crews work to free people after Tasman SH6 crashEmergency services were called to the scene about 8.30pm.19 Jun 09:24 AM
New ZealandFour loud cracks pierce air as three-hour standoff ends in arrestChildren have been stopped from walking their usual route home from school. 19 Jun 04:18 AM
New ZealandCold showers, decontamination for workers at scene of truck crash'The clean-up was thorough and there is no ongoing risk.'19 Jun 04:15 AM
New Zealand'Angel of a fireman': 87kg St Bernard saved by sandwich in house fire tragedy The family pet was burned on his eye, nose and elbow, but he is on the mend. 18 Jun 07:00 AM
New Zealand'Awful incident': Teen girl seriously injured by car outside Nelson collegeEmergency services were called to the scene about 3.15pm.18 Jun 04:51 AM
New ZealandTruck containing contaminated asbestos rolls, blocking Waikato Expressway'The Expressway will reopen once the clean-up is complete, which may take a few hours.' 18 Jun 01:09 AM
New ZealandWatch: Owners of Victoria Park New World to gain back control of fire-damaged buildingNew World Victoria Park staff will continue to be paid following the fire, the boss says.17 Jun 08:56 PM
New ZealandWatch: Fire at Akl supermarket extinguished, firefighters to remain overnightMore than 80 firefighters from 20 fire appliances were called to help.17 Jun 07:18 AM
New ZealandWatch: Aerial footage captures plumes of smoke spewing over Akl after supermarket fireNearby residents and businesses have been instructed to close their windows.17 Jun 05:01 AM
New Zealand6yo believed among two dead in boat capsize off TaranakiThree people were on board the boat when it got into trouble off the Pātea coast.15 Jun 08:33 PM
New Zealand'Horrific tragedy': Two dead after boat capsizes off Pātea coastOne survivor was plucked from the water as rescue crews recovered two bodies. 15 Jun 02:37 AM
New ZealandRescuers search for two people after boat capsizes near PāteaOne person is being treated while the search continues for two others.14 Jun 11:38 PM
New ZealandOne dead after suspected medical event causes crash in Dargaville Police said the death will be referred to the Coroner.14 Jun 09:02 AM
New ZealandSudden death on central Auckland street, cordons in place after suspected medical event Emergency services covered the body with a white sheet on Dominion Rd.14 Jun 06:42 AM
New ZealandSuspected gas leak forces evacuation of Wellington sports centreAfter 90 minutes, firefighters confirmed there was no gas leak at the site.14 Jun 04:09 AM
New ZealandPolice discover cannabis operation after Bucklands Beach house fireAn Auckland property caught fire Wednesday night, leading police to a drug set-up.14 Jun 12:58 AM
New ZealandSt Bernard dog feared dead in Lyttelton blaze found aliveThe dog was feared dead after three neighbouring homes caught fire yesterday.13 Jun 09:41 PM
New ZealandIran warns Israel of retaliation, Yanfei Bao's killer sentenced | NZ Herald Daily News UpdateIran warns Israel of retaliation following the attacks yesterday. Yanfei Bao's killer has finally been sentenced in the high court. Police are under scrutiny once again.Watch13 Jun 08:17 PM
New ZealandPatients say they didn't receive drugs a private ambulance claims to have givenPrivate ambulance operators are accused of altering records to obtain controlled drugs. 13 Jun 07:00 AM
New Zealand'One fatality', three injured in Te Aroha crashDiversions are in place as police attend the scene of a two-car accident.13 Jun 03:46 AM
