New ZealandForce of Tongan eruption 'astonishing', more tsunamis possible - vulcanologist'[The eruption] escalated at very short notice,' says Kiwi scientist.16 Jan 04:46 PM
New ZealandFrom Italy to Invercargill - why the Tongan explosion was heard around the worldAuckland, Wellington, Invercargill, London?16 Jan 05:11 AM
WorldFamily fear for fellow residents of tiny Tongan island of NomukaA family are anxiously awaiting news from fellow residents of Nomuka Island.16 Jan 03:15 AM
New ZealandFocus Live: New Zealand ready to help after volcanic eruption near TongaPM Jacinda Ardern said it's "too early to tell" whether anyone has lost their life in the volcanic eruption and tsunami that hit Tonga. Video / NZ Herald / Dr Faka’iloatonga Taumoefolau / Willy Baptiste Florian / Johnny Teisi / US StormWatchWatch16 Jan 02:00 AM
WorldFirst pics of damage as Tongan residents warned air toxic, water contaminatedIslands face massive clean-up after blast that sent ash, steam and gas 20km into air.16 Jan 12:08 AM
World'Pray for us' - tsunami waves hit Tonga; Kiwis urged to stay off beachesWaves swept through the streets and volcanic ash rained down on Nuku'alofa.15 Jan 06:36 PM
New Zealand'Pretty scary': Water sucked out of NZ bay after Tongan blast, campers evacuatedTongan eruption leads to marine warnings for New Zealand, Fiji and Samoa.15 Jan 04:13 PM
WorldFocus: Tonga hit by Tsunami from nearby violent volcanic eruptionAid efforts are continuing as the Kingdom of Tonga recovers from the recent volcanic eruption of Hunga-Tonga-Hunga-Ha’apai. The violent blast generated a Tsunami and blanketed the islands in volcanic ash. Video / SuppliedWatch15 Jan 07:14 AM
New ZealandNZ scientists to model steam-driven eruptions like Whakaari tragedyNew study could bring us closer to forecasting steam-driven blows like Whakaari tragedy.09 Jan 12:52 AM
New ZealandUS lawsuits claim White Island tourists unaware of danger; graphic new detailsThe 2019 eruption claimed 22 lives.07 Jan 04:00 PM
WorldTonga volcano grows in size as eruption continues for sixth dayToday's ash clouds have fallen back into the ocean over a 10km radius.25 Dec 01:34 AM
WorldTonga volcano: Flight cancelled because of ash cloud, acid rain falls from skiesThe "huge" eruption had smothered the whole of Tonga by Monday afternoon.22 Dec 02:04 AM
New ZealandSilent mystery: Can slow-burning quakes cause NZ eruptions?Mysterious, "slow-slip" quakes may be having a hidden influence on NZ volcanic activity.27 Nov 09:01 PM
New ZealandWhakaari eruption: Volcanologist reflects as a science organisation faces chargesIt will never be 100 per cent safe to visit an active volcano.25 Oct 09:15 PM
TravelCanaries Volcano: Hundreds of tourists evacuated by ferryThousands have been evacuated to Tenerife as an active volcano engulfs resorts and houses.20 Sep 09:30 PM
New ZealandVolcanoes, tsunamis, underwater landslides: Mapping NZ's 'near-shore' threatsScientists are exploring NZ's risk from offshore volcanoes and tsunami-making landslides.19 Sep 12:38 AM
WorldIs Hawaii's Kilauea volcano going to erupt again?Scientists noticed the ground swelling at the crater at Kilauea's summit.26 Aug 04:05 AM
WorldVolcano erupts in Indonesia, ash blankets townsVillagers on the slopes were advised to stay 5km away and watch for lava.08 Aug 06:39 AM
New ZealandLarge steam and gas plumes spotted from Whakaari/White IslandThe steam and gas plumes originate from active vents on the island, scientist says.15 Jul 10:25 PM
New ZealandNew insights: what drives Auckland eruptions?Evidence gleaned from ancient eruptions suggests Auckland blows are triggered in two ways.11 Jul 12:23 AM
New ZealandShort burst of seismic activity detected at Whakaari/White IslandA short, volcanic tremor was detected at Whakaari/White Island at 4am on June 1.09 Jun 05:59 AM
New ZealandMt Ruapehu experiencing 'minor volcanic unrest' - GeonetThe crater lake temperature has cooled, but minor unrest is still being recorded.08 Jun 04:00 AM
KahuWho's responsible for safety on Whakaari/White Island?After months of review, it's still not clear who's in charge of safety on volcanic island.02 Jun 06:36 PM
KahuWhakaari/White Island: 13 parties to appear in courtCourt appearance for alleged health and safety breaches in the lead-up to the eruption.02 Jun 06:22 PM
New ZealandWhakaari WorkSafe hearing expected to draw crowdsWhakatāne District Court hearing will be livestreamed to a second location.27 May 09:05 PM
New ZealandHow long would it take to evacuate people in an Auckland eruption?It could take just 49 hours to move 320,000 Aucklanders before an eruption, study finds.27 May 01:39 AM
WorldResidents flee after volcano erupts in CongoThe eruption took out a highway that connects Goma with the city of Beni.22 May 08:35 PM
TravelIcelandic volcanic eruption a 'wonder of nature'It's been 6000 years since the last eruption.16 May 10:14 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandHow a major Auckland eruption would reshape the cityNew model shows Auckland eruption would redraw suburbs and cost local sectors billions.16 May 07:30 AM
New ZealandSpecialist White Island response crew discussed before tragedyIn tragic timing, a response simulation had also been planned for 2 months after eruption.15 May 05:00 PM
LifestyleHarrowing photos show White Island survivor's remarkable recoveryStephanie Browitt has shared the latest photos that show just how far she has come.01 May 12:41 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandHow the Whanganui Basin reveals region's geological historyWhanganui geology attracts students, fossil hunters. Dr Hamish Campbell explains why.30 Apr 05:00 PM
RoyalsQueen releases first royal statement without Prince PhilipShe expressed her sympathies after volcanic disruptions in St Vincent and the Grenadines.16 Apr 08:38 PM
TravelSt Vincent: Cruises evacuate island, but only vaccinated passengersIn tears, the St Vincent PM told citizens evacuation was only for those with vaccines.12 Apr 10:28 PM
