85-year-old’s crash near Ruatōria highlights dangers of roaming stock on SH35
“It took a moment for me to register what the hang was going on until I saw the…
Rotorua rubbish truck fire sparks lithium battery warning
No one was injured and the truck itself was not damaged, allowing it to return to service later…
Norsewood tradesman Tony Saunders crashed van while blinded by sun, coroner finds
Saunders was pinned inside his van. Multiple people tried to help him, emergency services were called, but he…
Police warn of dangers after Kaikohe dirt bike crash leaves 3-year-old child seriously injured
Armstrong said the child was being doubled at the time of the crash. He was unable to say…
Aoraki Mt Cook climbing deaths: Why New Zealand’s highest peak is so deadly
He died attempting to traverse one of the most dangerous routes on the country’s most dangerous mountain. Thomas…
KiwiRail issues warning after young people on tracks force train to stop
The anonymous poster advised parents to talk to their children about the dangers of playing on the train…
Coroner wants public banned from Papanui Point after fishermen Olson Canatoy, Eric Dabalos drown
Today, a coroner has called for the public to be banned from the popular rock fishing spot in…
Home destroyed by fire near Tūtira, firefighters warn of dangers of old burn piles
Firefighters had high winds and vegetation to take into consideration when battling a Tūtira house fire. “It’s a…
Hāhei Beach tragedy: Coroner warns of climbing dangers after boy’s death
“Especially those who are adventurous and have an inclination to test physical abilities and boundaries,” he wrote. Today’s…