Several people reported the blaze just before 3pm.

At least 16 people have been confirmed dead from the LA infernos.

Two young people fell from a cliff in Hāhei; one died, the other was rescued uninjured.

Motorists swerve to avoid an overtaking car driving into the path of oncoming traffic.

Fellow footballers from home and abroad shared their congratulations for the pair.

A woman fishing said orcas swimming in formation was the perfect start to the year.

Three helicopters and four ground crews resume battle today.

A loud hissing sound can be heard as the slasher runs off.

Residents have been warned to expect a police presence as the scene is examined.

More than 10,000 drivers fled police in New Zealand during 2023.

'We were simply asking her to be respectful.'

The Department of Conservation is investigating both incidents.

An would-be arsonist got a dose of instant karma in an attack that backfired.

A life-changing $44 million was up for grabs.

Niwa says this year's warmer waters are proving ideal conditions for sea lice.

No, it's not in Wellington, Sydney or Melbourne.

Man had three children in the back when he came face to face with potential tragedy.

A woman was arrested after trying to get a loan with her uncle's dead body.

Opinion: 'Instagram’s vision, apparently, is to do away with pesky humans.'

'They look like angry chickenpox', said one concerned mum.

The club has been dealt a blow ahead of the 2025 NRL season.

Britain's new visa-waiver entry system took effect on Wednesday.

Hurricane-force winds whip up fireballs that have leapt from home to home.

Presenter says the show's cancellation saw the decision taken out of her hands.

Police say they're still hunting for two men.

The thief wandered through the motorbikes outside and eventually rode off on one.

Plumes of black smoke billowing into the air could be seen from the Southern Motorway.

The winners are not surprising.

A 37-year-old man appeared in court on Monday charged with murder.