New Zealand'Stay away': Upper Hutt bushfire burns through 14 hectaresCrews have returned to deal with the bush fire this morning.22 Jan 07:00 PM
New ZealandFire threatens homes and prison in Upper Hutt A bush fire in Upper Hutt that was thought to be under control yesterday afternoon flared up again overnight. Video / David Nicholas / @ichaber via Twitter / Chris Mills Watch22 Jan 05:09 PM
New ZealandWatch: Large Taupo scrub fire prompts evacuationsA large blaze near a wastewater treatment plant in Taupo prompted evacuations and a large emergency services response. Video / @ANRKE_17 via Twitter / Paula Pardoe / Bailey Nichol / Underground Taupo Watch22 Jan 09:34 AM
New ZealandTaupō blaze near wastewater treatment plant prompts precautionary evacuationsPolice are at the scene and assisting with evacuations.22 Jan 05:48 AM
New ZealandUpper Hutt bush fire burning close to homes now under controlFire crews are fighting a 2ha bush fire in Trentham - properties may need to evacuate.22 Jan 02:58 AM
New ZealandTe Mata Four Square to stay closed for at least eight weeks after fireOwner says fire ruined retail area so it will be at least 8 weeks before store reopens.21 Jan 02:26 AM
New ZealandSix homes evacuated after large vegetation fire near AhiparaSix homes were evacuated overnight after a vegetation broke out near Ahipara.20 Jan 05:43 PM
New ZealandFire crews battle large fire at Tokoroa buildingThe blaze is in an engineering business.20 Jan 06:47 AM
New ZealandVisibility for motorists on SH1 reduced due to house fireFire crews are battling a well-involved house fire in Azalea Place, Wiri, Auckland.20 Jan 04:09 AM
TravelInside Spain's fiery Las Luminarias festivalAnd you thought Fyre Festival was wild.17 Jan 06:49 PM
New ZealandFire crews return to large scrub fire in South IslandResidents in the area also reported an unplanned power outage.16 Jan 06:06 PM
New ZealandKaimaumau blaze continues to burnThe Kaimaumau fire has been burning in the Far North for over 30 days. Video / FENZWatch16 Jan 03:00 AM
New ZealandEmergency services attend fire at SkyCity International Convention CentrePart of Nelson Street was closed due to the fire call-out.15 Jan 04:09 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandThe night an HB petrol station went 'boom' - what happened and why no one was convicted'We never told him he could hop in our car!'14 Jan 04:56 AM
New ZealandAir fryer thought to be cause of fire that engulfed Greymouth house in minutesA Givealittle page has been set up by friends of the family.14 Jan 01:34 AM
New ZealandNorthland house fire: Vape left to charge on bed blamed for Kaitaia house fireAnother home was destroyed by a phone charger in Kaikohe last year.12 Jan 10:20 PM
New ZealandBlaze destroys Auckland homeSmall explosions were heard as fire tore through Avondale property overnight. Video / NZ HeraldWatch11 Jan 07:17 PM
New ZealandWatch: Fatal house fire in Avondale Fatal house fire in Avondale. Video / Albie RedmoreWatch11 Jan 06:02 PM
New ZealandWatch: Incredible video - inferno destroys house in minutesFire crews were battling a fire at a Greymouth property last night.11 Jan 08:33 AM
WorldDoctors race to save lives after NYC fire that killed 17Eight children among dead; dozens in hospital, including several in critical condition.10 Jan 07:31 PM
New Zealand'Our firefighters deserve a good shout out': Major Wānaka fire mostly containedLocals have been keeping firefighters' spirits up with food donations.10 Jan 05:32 AM
New ZealandWatch: Asbestos found in building after fire breaks out, health warning issuedFire crews are battling a large blaze in a Motueka building early this morning.09 Jan 09:14 PM
New ZealandLarge fire in MotuekaLarge fire in Motueka this morning. Video / Carlisa LimmerWatch09 Jan 06:20 PM
New ZealandBattle against huge Wānaka blaze set to continueThe fire was estimated to have burnt through 200ha of regenerating bush last night.09 Jan 04:52 PM
New Zealand'Unbelievable': Major Wānaka fire growing in size, evacuations possibleThe fire has now spread across an area spanning 2km by 800m.09 Jan 08:03 AM
New ZealandMajor scrub fire breaks out in WānakaFour helicopters are responding to a large scrub fire near Wānaka. Video / James Allan / Janine Weatherly / Harriet Blackman-HowardWatch09 Jan 01:59 AM
WorldWhy eccentric leader plans to close 'Gateway to Hell'The natural gas crater in the middle of the Karakum desert has burned for five decades.08 Jan 10:56 PM
New ZealandLarge Matamata fire under investigationAn investigation into last night's fire at Viking Kayaks will begin today.08 Jan 06:53 PM
New Zealand'Large' three-building blaze in MatamataCrews from surrounding districts battle flames.08 Jan 08:49 AM
New ZealandKaimaumau wetlands: Sacred sites, rare flora and fauna complicate fire fightBurning for 22 days, the fire has covered an area the size of 2400 football fields.08 Jan 03:38 AM
World'Keep these babies in your prayers': Devastating fire kills 7 childrenThe four smoke alarms in the building do not appear to have been working.05 Jan 07:26 PM
New ZealandKaimaumau fire: Residents ready to evacuateSeaside township remains on high alert as fire continues to rage around the countryside.04 Jan 05:15 PM
New ZealandRugby star helping in fight against large Northland fireTaniwha among crews helping fight major fire in Kaimaumau.02 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandHelicopter called in to battle blaze at Long Bay Regional ParkFirefighters are using shovels to douse flames.02 Jan 07:25 AM
