Child dies in hospital after Canterbury house fire that killed adult
But this morning, police said: “The child sadly died in hospital on Sunday afternoon. “The deaths with be…
Auckland Central fire station reopens after negative asbestos tests
“We carried out precautionary air testing in locations agreed with experts from asbestos testing firms,” she said. “To…
One person dead, one critically injured in Canterbury house fire
Crews arrived to find the home well ablaze, the spokesman said. Crews worked to extinguish the fire and…
Auckland Central Fire Station evacuated after asbestos found in building
The safety and wellbeing of firefighters was “of the utmost importance” and the station had been closed, Stiffler…
One injured as firefighters battle Northcote house fire, section of Onewa Rd closed
Auckland Transport said multiple buses were being rerouted as emergency services responded. Northcote College said it was aware…
Military helicopter evacuated after engine fire reported at Ohakea air base
The aircraft landed at Ohakea at 10.28am and the crew evacuated. “There was no external evidence of fire,…
Gisborne, Tolaga Bay feature in Fire Stations of Aotearoa New Zealand book
The statement adds: “Fire Stations of Aotearoa New Zealand also offers a glimpse into the evolving role of…
Decriminalise, depoliticise, destigmatise: New report says drug laws are ‘colossal failure’ that exacerbate harm
Foundation executive director Sarah Helm called the law “a colossal failure”. “In the past 12-18 months alone, we…
Northland fire chiefs warn volunteer shortage putting response times at risk
The station averages 350 calls a year, making it one of the busiest in Northland, and Hutchinson said…
Mount Maunganui fire crews put out three vehicles ablaze near home overnight
“We were scared the fire would spread to our house,” Lynn told NZME this morning. One of their…
Air New Zealand criticised over $870 fee for sick Bali passenger
He was too sick to fly home on the family’s scheduled return flight. Lisa said that, despite medical…
Mount Maunganui fire crews put out three vehicles ablaze near home overnight
“We were scared the fire would spread to our house,” Lynn told NZME this morning. One of their…