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…
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…
Crews battle fire at old Fitzherbert Tavern in Palmerston North, residents told to stay inside
“If you live nearby, close your windows and doors and stay inside if possible to avoid the smoke.”…
Mount Maunganui dragon removed from Pilot Bay, but may return soon
While at Pilot Bay, the sculpture captured the public’s imagination, prompting a wave of affection and calls to…
Large 30-hectare fire on hills near Pōrangahau in Central Hawke’s Bay
It is the biggest of five vegetation fires currently burning in the Hawke’s Bay area, caused by strong…
Former Black Cap Lou Vincent opens up about involvement in match-fixing syndicate
“They make you feel pretty good and a couple of whiskies later, your ego is pumped up. By…
South Auckland fight: Confronting video shows Manukau teen brawl
At one point in the video, one person appeared to be kicked in the head as they lay…
Hot Wheels monster truck show at Eden Park disappoints attendees
Chantel Boshoff told the Herald she went to Saturday’s show and said most of the time was taken…
Leaders, property sector helps drive NZ stocks higher – Market close
Price said there had been limited direction from overseas markets overnight, and trade at the end of school…
Two people ‘outstanding’ after fire destroys Bucklands Beach home, residents jolted awake
“We are working to establish what has occurred and urgently locate the people unaccounted for. “Three further people…
Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban: Hollywood couple’s $68 million property portfolio revealed
During their 19 years of marriage, they spent millions on property in Australia and the United States, which…