Diggers save dog trapped in seawall on Auckland’s Ōrewa beach with incoming tide
A dog was freed by fire and emergency crew after falling into a cavity in a seawall on…
Hawke’s Bay tramper highlights locator beacons’ importance after being saved by rescue chopper
In early 2026, the helicopter had been called to four tramping or hunting-related missions in the past two…
Covid spending saved lives. Superannuation spending preserves lifestyles – Jonathan Ayling
During Covid, we purchased health, stability and comfort and sent the invoice to children who had no vote,…
Person critical after rescue from fire at Henderson Salvation Army Church, arson suspected
He said conditions in the entry area were not too bad, but the main body of the fire…
More than 120 families saved from domestic violence by Pet Refuge last year as harm levels spike
Alice spent 100 days living in her car with her teenage son and dog after leaving her violent…
Rare whale stranded in Auckland’s Waitematā Harbour saved, volunteer’s solo actions seen as heroic
People took to Facebook to remark on Lee’s valiant actions. “Wow, Shaun, great commitment…great job.. thank you’ while…
Northland kiwi chick rescued from swimming pool filter
The clip shows Boyce and a work colleague taking off the filter cover, then Boyce reaches in and…
Lindsey Vonn says Winter Olympics injury could have led to amputation
She said, the injury had caused “compartment syndrome”, which put her leg at risk. “When you have so…
Northland man hailed as a hero after saving family of 4 at Kai Iwi Lakes
Out of nowhere, the children’s mother sprinted into the water and vanished beneath the surface. Stott realised they…
Mount Maunganui landslide: Camper hails teacher who saved lives
Macfarlane said McClennan was staying in a campervan next to his tent and she told him her camper…
Teenager saved from rip thanks to police officer and lifeguard
RNZ 2 Jan, 2026 03:21 AMQuick Read Subscribe to listenAccess to Herald Premium articles require a Premium subscription.…
Family’s human heat circle saves life of lost tramper Kauaeranga Valley, Coromandel
“He was lucky to have his mobile phone,” Henwood said. “He called his family, and once his son…