New ZealandNZ's hottest town: Locals stay vigilantNiwa recorded the hottest temperatures for December in Kawerau at 34.8C.12 Jan 09:53 PM
New Zealand'Challenging': Coromandel fire expected to take several days to put outFour crews and three helicopters return to dampen hotspots.12 Jan 08:45 PM
New ZealandFatal Coromandel cliff fall involved 'young people', police confirmA second person trapped on the cliff was rescued by emergency services.12 Jan 03:06 AM
WorldAussie actor died after water supply wasn’t working in LA wildfires, death toll rises to 16Former child star Rory Sykes dies in LA wildfires, mother considers legal action.12 Jan 01:17 AM
New Zealand'High fire danger': Residents urged to be cautious after Whangārei wildfireA wildfire near Whangārei has been contained. An investigation continues into its cause.11 Jan 11:22 PM
World‘Horror movie’: Burning LA homes livestreamed their own destruction as owners watchedA couple spent hours watching a livestream of flames closing in on their home.11 Jan 09:33 PM
New ZealandLA still on fire, Coromandel burning and the police continue investigations | NZ Herald News UpdateLos Angeles is still under seige from flames as our own Coromandel begins to catch alight in the heat. The NZ Police are being kept very busy with investigations; and AI.Watch11 Jan 07:27 PM
New ZealandFire crews continue fight against blaze that stranded holiday makersThree helicopters and four ground crews resume battle today. 11 Jan 07:14 PM
WorldLos Angeles wildfires in figures: Five blazes and 11 deadLos Angeles is being ravaged by five different big blazes.11 Jan 06:05 AM
New ZealandA fire burns on Black Jack Rd, CoromandelA fire is burning on Black Jack Rd in the Coromandel. Video / Katie DeeWatch11 Jan 04:33 AM
New ZealandFirefighters thanked as Whangārei fire brought under controlThe fire, which covered 20ha on Thursday, is now under control.10 Jan 03:35 AM
New ZealandWhat the LA fires would look like in NZ cities - map expertFires called a stark reminder for NZ: 'You don’t have to live rurally to be affected.'09 Jan 11:32 PM
New ZealandKiwi in Los Angeles describes ‘ghost town’ as wildfires rampage across the city'It just looked like a ghost town going through downtown LA'. 09 Jan 10:54 PM
New ZealandLos Angeles wildfires continue and firefighters battle Whangārei scrub fire | NZ Herald News UpdateWildfires continue to burn across Los Angeles and firefighters continue to battle scrub fire east of Whangārei. Video / NZ HeraldWatch09 Jan 06:02 PM
World'It can’t be real': Football Ferns captain’s home destroyed in LA wildfire'Our entire neighbourhood is gone.'09 Jan 04:29 PM
New ZealandWhangārei scrub fire updateFire and Emergency NZ operations manager Denis Cooper provides an update on the fire in Whangārei scrub fire.Watch09 Jan 05:56 AM
New ZealandWhangārei fire: Home still under threat, firefighting efforts to stretch across three daysThe cause of the fire is not yet know but an investigation will take place on Friday.09 Jan 05:18 AM
New ZealandSmoke visible above WaikarakaA helicopter with a monsoon bucket can be seen over Waikaraka, Whangārei where smoke is visible. Video / Rachel MaherWatch09 Jan 01:29 AM
New ZealandRestricted fire season for Waikato Districts from FridayRestricted fire season in Waikato begins at 9am on January 10.08 Jan 11:23 PM
New ZealandEarly morning house fire in Napier treated as suspiciousNapier firefighters tackle suspicious fire at empty house in Maraenui.08 Jan 09:04 PM
EntertainmentLA fires: Reality TV star Spencer Pratt shared dramatic videos of the wildfires on SnapchatThe home he shared with wife Heidi Montag and their children burned down in a blaze. Video / Spencer PrattWatch08 Jan 07:33 PM
New ZealandSinkhole opens in wealthy Auckland streetIt's believed a chasm of up to 2sq m lies underneath the ruptured road.08 Jan 12:40 AM
New ZealandA sinkhole has appeared on Waitematā St in St Mary's BayA sinkhole has appeared in St Mary's Bay, revealing old brickwork beneath the road. Video / M. Video / Michael CraigWatch08 Jan 12:24 AM
New ZealandWatch: Fire at recycling plant extinguished after sending thick smoke into airPlumes of black smoke billowing into the air could be seen from the Southern Motorway.07 Jan 10:56 PM
New ZealandFire breaks out at Takanini recycling facilityThere has been a big fire break out at a Takanini recycling facility. Video / SuppliedWatch07 Jan 10:42 PM
World‘Not safe to return or leave’: Grim bushfire warning issued in AustraliaVictoria Emergency earlier warned to 'act immediately to survive'.07 Jan 10:26 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessWhakaari White Island tour company owes $8.5m, liquidators sayJust $53,000 in assets as liquidators work to sell what they can.07 Jan 10:26 PM
PremiumPremiumBusiness'Massive accumulation' at Kāinga Ora houseTenant denied claims his house was a fire risk or pest hotspot.07 Jan 09:14 PM
New ZealandRecalled bathroom heaters linked to two house firesFire risk prompts ban on Serene wall-mounted bathroom heaters.07 Jan 08:58 PM
New Zealand‘Vehicles pretty banged up’: Five people injured in serious Waikato crash, SH1 reopensA witness on the scene moments after the crash said both vehicles were badly damaged. 07 Jan 05:36 PM
New ZealandCause of fire that caused traffic chaos investigatedAt the same time, a power outage affected 200 properties in the same area.07 Jan 02:09 AM
New ZealandScrub fire near Tauranga extinguishedThe fire had caused traffic congestion in the area.06 Jan 05:54 AM
New ZealandMan trapped in farm machinery, airlifted to hospital with serious injuriesThe man was quickly freed by paramedics and firefighters this morning.06 Jan 01:19 AM
New ZealandFirefighters tackle Napier house blazeFirefighters battle house fire in Napier's Tamatea; three appliances on-scene.06 Jan 12:55 AM
