Auckland police warn stolen bag may contain toxic asbestos
“Amongst some items stolen is double-bagged asbestos that had been placed in a box. “Asbestos is extremely toxic,…
Christchurch’s Pak’nSave Moorhouse recalls five bread products over possible metal presence
MPI has advised consumers to check the best-before dates on the products. Pak’nSave Moorhouse Turkish Rolls (6 PK).…
Waiheke Island blaze: Firefighters contain Ōmiha house fire
“Looks gnarly,” another said. A Fire and Emergency NZ spokesperson said three fire trucks and a water tanker…
Large Palmerston North fire contained at warehouse, locals warned to keep windows shut
Webley said by 5.30am the blaze had been “largely contained”. “At the moment they’re in overhaul, which is…
Inside the secret prison unit built to contain the Christchurch terrorist
To contain him – and later others deemed too dangerous for mainstream units – the Department of Corrections…
Fire crews contain large fire at Taupo-nui-a-Tia College, multiple crews respond to blaze
“Nearby residents who may be affected by the smoke should close windows and doors,” it said. Crews from…
ACG Parnell College chemical spill: Fire crews contain ‘nasty’ substance
A spokesperson said crews were still working to make the area safe. Fire and Emergency Assistant Commander Dave…
Mohaka pine plantation fire: Pan Pac crews help contain blaze, still dousing hot spots
“As we manage production forests, Pan Pac always has workers operating in our forests, enabling us to identify…
Asbestos scare: Recall closes Bay of Plenty schools after contaminated play sand found
“While we expect the risk to be low, we will only reopen once we receive formal confirmation that…
Asbestos scare: Schools and early learning centres shut after sand recall
On Saturday, the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) issued a recall for four Kmart products –…
Nearly 250 schools, early learning centres contact Education Ministry over asbestos in play sand
Rolleston’s Clearview Primary shared on Facebook said it would be closed today, tomorrow and possibly Wednesday while its…
Whangārei fire contained after smoke pours through Cameron St sushi shop
Kitchen crew were getting ready for a busy Labour Day Monday lunchtime, she said. She did not believe…