New ZealandArsenic found in SkyCity convention centre smoke plumeExperts discovered arsenic in the smoke plume that drifted over Auckland CBD during fire.13 Nov 03:25 AM
WorldUnusual 'buffer' that changed fire's course, protected SydneyAll signs were that NSW was heading for catastrophe. But the fires threw up a surprise.13 Nov 02:59 AM
New ZealandDark as night, hot as hell: What it's like inside an Oz forest fireDaytime darkness. Ember storms. A scientist describes what it's like inside a forest fire.13 Nov 12:45 AM
WorldBushfires arrive on Sydney's north shore, homes painted redFire warnings issued: "Anywhere near bushland is at threat today."12 Nov 09:26 AM
New ZealandBig smoke: Oz plume to hit NZ tomorrowThe next big smoke plume from Australia's fires hits NZ tomorrow. Should we be worried?11 Nov 11:06 PM
WorldFerocious forecasts: Australians on notice for 'catastrophic' fire dangerAuthorities are warning it will be "almost impossible" to protect people in path of fires.11 Nov 05:07 PM
WorldRural firefighter blames environmentalists in heartbreaking pleaA rural firefighter has issued a heartbreaking plea, taking on environmental policies.11 Nov 07:22 AM
New ZealandNZ offers help as Aussie fires worsenA state of emergency has been declared in NSW.11 Nov 04:47 AM
New ZealandFlooding and lightning strikes hit the Hibiscus CoastWeather chaos: Firefighters called to house fire and flooding in north Auckland.11 Nov 03:06 AM
WorldNSW and QLD bushfires: Premier declares 'state of emergency'Premier has declared a state of emergency ahead of tomorrow's "catastrophic" conditions.10 Nov 10:47 PM
WorldNSW firefighter's desperate bid to save his own homeVolunteer firefighter has told of his terrifying struggle on the doorstep of his own home.10 Nov 09:20 PM
New ZealandOtago fire was 'like a war zone'Blaze scorched across more than 4500 hectares as firefighters struggled to catch it.10 Nov 05:57 PM
New ZealandFire threatens Dunedin water supplyMain water catchment contaminated after blaze by ash and fire suppressing chemicals.10 Nov 04:59 PM
New ZealandFire crews battling large blaze in Thames timber yardCrews from seven fire stations across the region have rushed to fight the fire.10 Nov 02:22 AM
New ZealandRestaurant fire closes Wellington streetFire crews are fighting the blaze from above with a truck with a raised ladder.10 Nov 01:45 AM
World'Day of danger': Weather conditions to worsen as Aussie bushfires rageThe worst is yet to come for the bushfires roaring across NSW and Queensland.09 Nov 10:36 PM
New ZealandBlaze destroys sheds, caravans and single-storey homeAbout 20 firefighters fought a blaze in Ōpōtiki which caused extensive property damage.09 Nov 09:24 PM
New ZealandRain and low cloud help suppress Deep Stream blazeRain has been falling in Otago since early this morning.09 Nov 08:15 PM
New ZealandNZ 'blanketed' by smoke and dust from raging Oz bushfiresThe catastrophic bushfires are now so huge the effects have reached New Zealand.09 Nov 07:14 AM
New ZealandProperty evacuated as firefighters battle South Otago blazeTen helicopters with monsoon buckets are being used to tackle a huge blaze.09 Nov 06:36 AM
New ZealandDozens of firefighters battle building fire in OtahuhuFirefighters are also working to protect neighbouring buildings.08 Nov 09:22 AM
PremiumPremiumWorldHer home burned, and all was lost. Except for a wedding ringNew York Times: She thought everything was gone. But one treasured possession survived.08 Nov 01:44 AM
New ZealandSkyCity blaze: Firefighters had to urinate in street, buy own foodSurvey shows many at SkyCity fire were exhausted, had to buy own food and had few breaks.07 Nov 11:57 PM
New ZealandStretched to the limit: Te Mata Peak fire among four others that leave burnt scars across Hawke's BayAftermath of a night of chaos becomes clearer, and finger's being pointed at fireworks.07 Nov 08:12 PM
New ZealandMassive fire on Hawke's Bay's iconic Te Mata PeakThe last fire crews left the scene shortly after midnight.07 Nov 04:51 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandAsleep 32m high: Fatigued SkyCity firefighters fell asleep up ladderFirefighters fell asleep while up high ladders at night during the SkyCity building fire.07 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandFirefighters battle large blaze on Te Mata peakBlaze measuring 200m x 100m is stretching across the western face of the peak.07 Nov 08:12 AM
New ZealandShop on fire in Birkenhead, AucklandThe fire is in a small shop on Mokoia St.07 Nov 01:59 AM
New ZealandBoy, 6, killed in fiery crash that badly burned father namedFather seriously injured in Tuesday's fatal crash.07 Nov 01:27 AM
New ZealandDog saved our lives: Couple awake to blaze sparked by fireworks"What really annoys me is that they ran away."06 Nov 10:22 PM
ConstructionSkyCity reveals how conferences impacted by fireSkyCity releases its Adelaide investor day presentation06 Nov 05:46 PM
New ZealandGovernment Garden blaze: Person and lighter seen in vicinityThe flames were reportedly 10-feet high at one point.06 Nov 01:43 AM
New Zealand'It sounded like a war zone': Jacinda Ardern on Guy Fawkes woesCrews fought more than 50 firework-related blazes overnight in the North Island alone.05 Nov 10:45 PM
New ZealandWatch: Public fireworks display sparks scrub fireThe public fireworks display was believed to spark the blaze at Anzac Park overnight.05 Nov 07:45 PM
