Tongariro National Park fire: 300 hectares burning, trampers being airlifted out
The Tongariro Alpine Crossing and Northern Circuit are currently impacted and will remain closed tomorrow. A bush fire…
Body found after early morning house fire in Hamilton East
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Fireworks blamed as fire tears through Auckland paddock
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Bay of Plenty fire crews battle 2ha blaze near Whanarua Bay
Firefighters were called to the scene of a large fire in the Bay of Plenty around 3am. Fire…
Te Mata Peak fire sparked by fireworks thrown from car, police identify four involved
“It was incredibly fortunate that the fire was able to be extinguished quickly by Fire and Emergency, given…
Fire crews battle blaze at popular Rotorua tourist site Mitai Māori Village
Fire and Emergency New Zealand shift manager Ryan Geen said they received multiple calls from the public at…
Darfield, Canterbury fire: Crews respond to large scrub fire
Local resident Dean Jenkins said he and others were among the first on the scene when the blaze…
Police investigate Ōrewa cafe arson, remain ‘open-minded’ over link to Auckland pub fire
They said fire crews forced their way inside, extinguishing the blaze. The fire was a month after a…
Guy Fawkes: Weather conditions set to impact festivities, caution advised
She said the high temperatures were likely to dry out the grasses and vegetation, which could increase the…
Island Bay fire: Large blaze rips through Wellington property, residents affected by smoke
“Conditions are very windy, and firefighters are working on the Esplanade as well as on High St,” the…
Christchurch house fire closes SH1 near Hei Hei, road now reopened
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Palmerston North school closed due to asbestos risk from tavern fire
Ruawai said specialist testing may be required to determine whether any asbestos debris or ash has settled on…