New ZealandFamilies of Whakaari eruption victims return to island three years onA group of nearly 20 people have ventured onto the crater.16 Dec 05:44 AM
EntertainmentReview: White Island documentary highlights the power of the communityMinute-by-minute footage takes viewers from the comfort of their homes to the volcano.15 Dec 10:43 PM
EntertainmentReview: White Island documentary highlights the power of the communityMinute-by-minute footage takes viewers from the comfort of their homes to the volcano.15 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandThree years on - doco to reveal new footage from White Island tragedyA new Netflix documentary out next week marks three years since the tragedy.08 Dec 07:06 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionOpinion: Why no inquiry into Whakaari tragedy?It's been three years since the eruption at Whakaari claimed the lives of 22 people.05 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandWhakaari owners to face trial next year over fatal volcanic eruptionOwners of White Island claim they did try to ensure the safety of others on the island.18 Oct 04:26 AM
New Zealand'Not an easy decision': Whakaari/White Island trial venue decidedThe trial is likely to attract significant international attention, a lawyer says.12 Jun 10:40 PM
New ZealandWatch: 'I am tough' - White Island volcano survivor removes mask for first timeShe suffered severe burns to 70% of her body. Now her mask is off for the first time.05 Jun 09:50 PM
New ZealandWhakaari/White Island tragedy: Flight operator pleads guilty, ordered to pay $267kThe defendant has been ordered to pay more than a quarter of a million dollars.31 Mar 02:37 AM
LifestyleWhite Island survivor's touching message to her mumYoung Aussie eruption survivor pays tribute in an emotional video.30 Mar 05:38 PM
New ZealandNew footage shows unrest in Whakaari/White Island craterGNS Science released the footage taken over the offshore volcano on February 17.23 Feb 09:18 PM
New ZealandNZ needs to prepare for the hazards of an eruption - EQCThe Auckland Volcanic Field has been of particular interest in recent years.18 Jan 10:25 PM
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
New ZealandBaby born in the air, sinking boats - it's all in a day's workThe Herald takes you behind the scenes of a team who saved hundreds of lives this year.29 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandWhite Island: Finger pointed back at WorkSafeWorkSafe has charged 13 parties with health and safety breaches.08 Dec 07:39 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
New ZealandWhakaari eruption: Defendants to face trial in 2023All defendants charged with health and safety breaches have pleaded not guilty.22 Oct 12:09 AM
TourismGovernment to plug gaps in rules for adventure tourismThe Government wants to bring in tougher safety rules for adventure activity operators.21 Oct 11:58 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
New Zealand'I said the Lord's prayer': White Island survivor recalls deadly eruptionSurvivor says eruption aftermath felt like "the whole world was going to fall in on you".29 Jul 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Absolutely unfair': Public funding for Whakaari companies shocks victims' lawyerLawyer representing some of the Australian families called payments "absolutely unfair".20 Jul 07:35 PM
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 Zealand'Really concerning': Cruel online trolls target White Island survivorWhite Island survivor opens up on online trolls and PTSD battle.14 Jul 10:49 PM
New ZealandAussie pair to sue cruise ship company over family deaths on volcanoStephanie Browitt suffered burns to 70 per cent of her body in the 2019 eruption.18 Jun 08:23 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
New ZealandWhakaari WorkSafe hearing expected to draw crowdsWhakatāne District Court hearing will be livestreamed to a second location.27 May 09:05 PM
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
New ZealandWhakaari/White Island eruption: 3 more defendants namedThree parties who did not identify themselves can now be revealed.04 Mar 10:08 PM
New ZealandSatellite images can warn of future eruptions - expertSatellites spotted part of Whakaari's crater collapsing in the days before the eruption.28 Jan 08:11 PM
New ZealandMental health support not enough after eruption, shooting, says therapistThe disasters revealed a health system unable to deal with mass casualty events, she said.13 Jan 06:48 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandOpera singer, mum, former coroner - who is new health and disability commissioner?"It was hard not to be affected by it," new health boss speaks on White Island tragedy.23 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandWhakaari/White Island tragedy: Charges revealedFor all organisations on each charge the maximum penalty is a fine of $1.5 million.16 Dec 11:00 PM
New ZealandWorkSafe's White Island prosecution adjourned to next yearThe case will be heard in March next year.14 Dec 01:31 AM
