Vast tracts of South Australia are preparing for another baking day of catastrophic fire risk after yesterday's 40C-plus temperatures.

Impact of tsunami on Auckland would be widespread but not deadly.

Samoa's Prime Minister says journalists are making up stories of corruption and aid diversion.

Two New Zealand brothers provide hope for Samoans dealing with the devastation of the tsunami.

NZ doctor appeals to Indonesian authorities to return his impounded helicopter so he can help earthquake victims in Padang.

Residents of a Rockhampton suburb were last night being urged to evacuate their homes as a "terrifying" bushfire threatens properties in the central Queensland city.

New Zealand aid agencies look to support longer-term recovery efforts in villages.