Harsh warning for Aussie bush fire looters as 3 charged
People were looking for simple items they could convert to money, police said.
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Hawke's Bay forest fire: Extent of scorched earth revealed as firefighters move in
Around 70 firefighters continue to tackle the forests fires, with helicopters on standby.
Aussie teen firefighter charged over starting 'reckless' blaze
Blake Banner, 19, was allegedly spotted leaving a place where a fire was spreading.
Family escape house fire in Ōtāhuhu, South Auckland
Five fire trucks and up to 25 firefighters were called to the Awa St blaze this morning.
Kiwi fighting Oz inferno fears blaze may become 'megafire'
Kiwi couple at the heart of the bush fire response in Victoria.
Bush fires: Americans baffled by the size of Australia
Many people said the map put the fires into perspective for them.
Watch: Surprise haka performed at funeral of Sydney firefighter
Firefighter Andrew O'Dwyer's brigade workmates requested a haka - and they got one.
'It's a hell-scape': Kiwi uni student fights Aussie bush fires on summer job
Forestry student Fergus Simpson had never previously fought fires and is now on shift.
Bushfire smoke a timely reminder to check inhalers, respiratory foundation says
People with respiratory illnesses have been warned to keep alert of their surroundings.
Chris Hemsworth announces million-dollar bush fire donation
'Every penny counts so whatever you can muster up is greatly appreciated.'
New Zealand 'needs to be prepared' for increased fire risk
"Wildfires can happen any time, it only takes one spark. We all own the risk."
'Forever fires': How the Australia bush fires compare to other disasters
The bush fires sweeping the country have shocked Aussies in their size and ferociousness.
Australia's bush fires: Nearly 200 people charged with fire offences
Residents would have to be from "Mars in a bubble" not to realise how dangerous it was.
Spared by 'wind of God': Family's thanks after escape from Mallacoota
Hundreds had taken shelter inside a cinema with the fires closing in. But they were saved.
Comment: Australia – dangerous climate change is here with you now
Expert asks Australian politicians: How can you sleep when your beds are burning?
A little goes a long way - Kiwis donate to bush fire relief
Kiwis have donated $31,000 to Givealittle to help Australian bush fire relief efforts.
Hawke's Bay forest fire: Good progress being made, firefighters say
Some areas are still too difficult and dangerous for crew to be on the ground.
Soaring temperatures: Expert warns worst is yet to come for Australia
'We are still a month away from the riskiest time.'
Kiwi firefighter returns to hell of firefighting frontline in Oz
"I don't want our guys going anywhere near that one way ticket."
Call for action on firefighter cancer law change
Firefighters say they're missing support when they need it most.
Hawke's Bay forest fire: House evacuated, ground crews withdrawn due to high winds
65 firefighters are battling the fire, which has now spread across 15 hectares.
Will NZ's skies glow orange again? As long as Oz burns
Our skies could glow orange again, as long as Australia's bushfires continue to burn.
As fires rage, Australia sees its leader as missing in action
New York Times: Country venting frustration with PM over nonchalant response to disaster.
Nicole Kidman's personal tragedy in Aussie bushfire crisis
Nicole Kidman was visibly upset about the disaster at a Golden Globes event.
Auckland's 'apocalyptic' orange skies clear as bush fire smoke blows away from NZ
Auckland and Northland were plunged into gloom as the haze hit the North Island.
'Looks like lava': Incredible image of fire on hillside
'Balmattum Hill is really glowing tonight.'
Wind change likely to push Australian bushfire smoke away
Smoke from the Australian bushfires affected the atmosphere above the North Island.
'Apocalyptic' scenes in NSW town of Eden, which hasn't seen sunlight for 14 hours
The smoke is so thick the town hadn't seen sunlight for 14 hours.
Horror images show mass animal deaths from Australian bushfires
WARNING: Graphic: Drive into the fire-ravaged town of Batlow shows the true horror.
Greta Thunberg takes swipe at Aussie leaders
Teen activist Greta Thunberg has taken a swipe at Australia's leaders.
'Eerie and scary': Smoke from bushfires turns NZ skies dark
Smoke from the Australian bushfires has made its way over the Tasman Sea again.
Kiwi 'dodges bullet' after staying to defend NSW home
Joe Hooper says he not sure he'll stay with his home again if the fires come back.
The royal family share moving fire tributes
The Cambridges and Sussexes have joined Her Majesty to support Australia.
Australian bushfire smoke expected back in the North Island
Parts of the North Island can expect some hazy days ahead.