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When lava flows, a Hawaiian goddess' name is invoked.
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Hawaiians braced for more after eruption
Authorities have handed out thousands of masks for protection.
Explosive eruption at Hawaii volcano's summit
The eruption sent a plume of ash 30,000 feet into the sky.
Giant rocks spewing from Hawaii volcano summit
Ash advisory cancelled but earthquakes, flying rocks still troubling Hawaii's Big Island.
Amount of ash in plume above Hawaii volcano decreases
Warning to pilots in Hawaii are still in place as Kilauea continues to spew rock dust.
Hawaii on red alert for 'major eruption' of Kilauea volcano
Hawaii's Kilauea volcano could have a major devastating eruption at "any time".
Hawaii: Me versus the volcano
Helen Van Berkel has her heart in her mouth when she takes to the road in Hawaii.
Hawaii: Pele shows her power
The world's most active volcano thrills and terrifies, writes Helen van Berkel.
Erupting Hawaii volcano could spew 10-tonne boulders from summit
When lava level drops to ground water level, it could lead to powerful explosions.
Kilauae Volcano: Travel updates
Kiwi travellers are getting cold feet looking at Hawaiian lava flows.
Stay or go? Volcano forces choice for all in eruption zone
Some residents near the Kilauea volcano are choosing to stay despite threat of lava.
Aloha Hi Fly: European charter airline helps Air NZ to Hawaii
Problems with Dreamliner engines mean a charter plane will be used for a limited time
Hiking an active volcano: Safety before spectacle
Do your research, pack the right clothing and equipment and don't forget travel insurance.
How woman survived 41 days adrift in Pacific Ocean
Tami recalls 41 days of horror after hurricane rips through yacht and kills her fiance.
'It sounds like a jet engine': Hawaiians evacuated as volcano erupts
Evacuations as Hawaii's Kilauea volcano erupts, sending lava shooting into the air.
Hawaii: Watery grave
There's plenty of history at Pearl Harbour: even a Kiwi link, finds Helen Van Berkel.
Warning over knife-wielding seal
A recently weaned seal pup in Hawaii was spotted with a dangerous object.
Tourists stranded in Hawaii floods
"It's highly likely that the record was broken after the gauge stopped recording."
Paddleboarder bumped off and attacked by shark
Man in Hawaii flown to hospital with bite wounds following shark attack.
Watch: Shark attack survivor's close encounter with great white
Mike Coots is an unlikely ambassador for sharks, after losing a limb in an attack.
Obama's gone - but told to bring Michelle next time
Obama has left but 20 Maori women got the last chance to talk to him over brunch.
Pasifika says aloha to Hawaiian group
About 80 hula dancers from Hawaii will perform at this weekend's Pasifika Festival.
Why Hawaiian Airlines is joining the Dreamliner club
The Honolulu-based operator has opted for Boeing ahead of Airbus.
Mile-high monitors: The airliners helping model weather
A global weather modelling programme using commercial planes now reaches NZ.
Aloha, partner: Riding the Hawaiian range
Ranching and horseback riding have a long and rich history on the islands.
Airfare wars: Is the cheap flight party set to end?
Kiwis have enjoyed years of falling airfares but rising oil prices may spoil the party
Airfare wars: Return tickets to Europe drop below $1000
Return economy fares to Europe are selling for $999 and business class is under $4000.
It's official — 'baby brain' is real
Many women struggle with memory in last three months of pregnancy, study finds.
Obama's secret NZ visit
EXCLUSIVE: Former US president tipped to play golf in Queenstown with ex-PM John Key.
Hawaii false missile threat: Fired worker says he feels bad
The panic, the stress people felt, all the hurt and pain. I felt that myself.
Woman acquitted of murder in crash that killed twin
Judge said a fight between the sister Anastasia could have caused the fatal crash.
Freediver William Trubridge swims with whales
He described the moment as "beautiful" and "other-worldly".