New Zealand'Dangerous practice': Accidental house fire starts after petrol used in fireplaceOccupants treated for minor injuries, fire investigator warns of risks in using petrol. 29 Jul 02:47 AM
New ZealandMitre 10 Westgate's swift reopening date after blaze drew huge emergency responseThe store will be closed on Sunday while the cause of the fire is investigated. 27 Jul 03:52 AM
New ZealandHelicopters fight 12 suspicious fires, including 50ha vegetation blazePolice say they are trying to locate the people involved.26 Jul 11:34 PM
New ZealandKiwi woman admits dousing ex's 40ft yacht in petrol and setting it alight after rowSandra Lee Cootes was in a rocky 18-month relationship before setting the boat on fire.26 Jul 08:00 PM
New ZealandFire crews extinguish blaze at smoke-logged Mitre 10 WestgateThe store will be closed on Sunday while the cause of the fire is investigated. 26 Jul 09:34 AM
WorldArctic heatwave hits Lapland, wildfires and climate fears growWildfires in Lapland are spreading rapidly due to the intense heat.26 Jul 01:22 AM
New ZealandWhere there's smoke: 'Firefighter Cody' praised for quick actionsThe quick-thinking student acted on instinct after seeing smoke while he was driving home.26 Jul 12:00 AM
New ZealandLarge fire breaks out at former Auckland university campusFive crews have spent the morning tackling the blaze in derelict buildings. 25 Jul 10:18 PM
New ZealandIsrael relentless in it's attack on Gaza, families suffer | NZ Herald News Update: July 26, 2025Israel continues it's attack on Gaza. The NZ Fire department issues a warning as house fires increase in numbers. The Polar Plunge is taking place today in Wellington.Watch25 Jul 08:06 PM
New ZealandSurge in house fire deaths blamed on alternative heating methodsSeventeen people have died in avoidable house fires in the past year.25 Jul 05:49 AM
PropertyFire-hit New World Victoria Park reveals plans for repair, reopeningDemolition is not planned. Foodstuffs will repair and rebuild the existing supermarket.22 Jul 03:16 AM
AucklandMan charged with arson over fire that destroyed historic Auckland churchPolice arrested a 42-year-old man at a New Lynn property last night21 Jul 10:48 PM
WorldIndonesia ferry fire kills three, more than 500 rescuedPassengers jumped overboard with lifejackets after the blaze broke out21 Jul 07:42 AM
ChristchurchChristchurch restaurant fire: Sprinkler water floods hotel below, guests evacuateThe fire was inside a first-floor restaurant at Cathedral Junction around 8am.20 Jul 09:24 PM
New ZealandFlames shoot into the air in Blockhouse BayFlames shoot into the air as a house in Blockhouse Bay, Auckland is engulfed by fire this evening. Video / SuppliedWatch19 Jul 08:07 AM
New ZealandHenderson laundromat fire: 21 fire crews from across Auckland contain blazeInvestigators are heading to the scene of the blaze today. 18 Jul 06:36 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldCharred canyon: 'It was a destination. Now, it’s nothing'New York Times: Tourism staff at the North Rim of the Grand Canyon count the fire fallout.17 Jul 07:00 PM
WellingtonFirefighters investigating cause of ‘pretty bad’ blaze in NewtownThe fire on Mansfield St started around 11.40pm and was contained by 2.30am.17 Jul 05:55 PM
WorldBlaze at Iraqi shopping centre claims 50-plus victims, injures dozensThe shopping centre had opened just five days before the fire.17 Jul 07:53 AM
WorldHistoric Grand Canyon lodge destroyed as wildfires devastate North RimThe Dragon Bravo Fire has burned 2000ha and destroyed 50 structures.15 Jul 04:01 AM
New Zealand'All I could do was watch and pray': Avondale church fire treated as suspicious The attached primary school is closed as investigators determine the cause.13 Jul 10:47 PM
New ZealandFire at Parnell commercial premises attended by seven trucks and one ladder truckAn early morning fire at a commercial building in Parnell was attended by seven fire trucks and one ladder truck.Watch13 Jul 08:47 PM
New ZealandFirefighters contain blaze at St Mary’s Catholic ChurchFirefighters have contained a blaze at St Mary’s Catholic Church on Great North Road in Avondale. Video / NZ HeraldWatch13 Jul 07:07 PM
New Zealand'Asbestos material': Fire lights up night sky in West AucklandFire crews were called to the scene around 7.30pm.13 Jul 09:36 AM
New ZealandFire crews battle blaze at Carnegies Restaurant in FairlieFire crews arrived at Carnegies in Fairlie about 6.30am today.12 Jul 01:47 AM
New ZealandFire in Flaxmere garage sends plume of black smoke skywardThe Henderson Rd blaze was visible around Flaxmere.11 Jul 01:10 AM
WorldA family was trapped in a fire. He braved a sixth-floor ledge to save themA neighbour recorded the act of bravery and posted it online.09 Jul 09:41 PM
WorldSouthern France wildfire shuts down Marseille airport, halts trainsFires forced the evacuation of 400 people, with 63 houses damaged.08 Jul 11:52 PM
New ZealandChurch fire arson: Woman appears in court Firefighters were called to the blaze yesterday afternoon. 07 Jul 12:18 AM
PremiumPremiumWorld‘Unsafe to inhabit’: The toxic homes of Los AngelesNew York Times: High exposure to toxic chemicals can have severe health consequences.06 Jul 08:00 PM
AucklandWatch: Large fire engulfs incomplete apartments in MāngereThree two-storey units were well alight.06 Jul 02:30 AM
New ZealandMan admits having $20k of stolen goods in mysterious arson caseWilliam Tidd tried to sell the stolen items hours after the incident.04 Jul 06:00 PM
New ZealandVeteran fire investigator retires after 30 years and 973 casesHe began as a decorated radio host before shifting to fire safety and investigation.04 Jul 05:00 PM
WorldCalifornia battles its biggest wildfire of the yearThe Madre Fire broke out yesterday in San Luis Obispo, a rural county in the US state.04 Jul 04:16 AM
