Hot weather: Extreme fire danger for Canterbury, 37C Hawke’s Bay heat and beach safety warnings
People enjoying sunset at West Auckland’s Bethells Beach Te Henga last night. A hot weekend is forecast across…
Blue Springs Te Waihou parking warning as drivers risk unsafe stops
“As more people visit the Blue Springs, we want everyone’s experience to be as safe and enjoyable as…
‘Mum, Happy New Year, I love you’: A mother’s search for her son after Swiss blaze
“So, was it my son’s table that burned?” the Swiss woman from Lausanne asked. “It’s been 40 hours.…
Heavy rain warning for parts of Hawke’s Bay issued, police plead for driver caution
It took less than an hour for the first fatality of the New Year, between Te Aroha and…
Police warning after surge in on-road electric dirt bike crashes, injuries and fines
Legal requirements and penalties Western Bay of Plenty road policing manager Senior Sergeant Wayne Hunter. Photo / Alex…
Scammed: Sir Ralph Norris’ image used by scammers in fake shares schemes
He was not aware of any victims, but at least two people – a woman in New Zealand…
Eastern beaches surf rescues outside flags rise again, sparking safety warning
Mount Maunganui still bumpy but safer At Mount Maunganui, New Year’s Day conditions won’t be perfect, with bumpy…
Palmerston North cans NYE event as storm-force 120km/h gales continue to buffet lower NI – NZ Herald
Palmerston North cans NYE event as storm-force 120km/h gales continue to buffet lower NI NZ HeraldLive weather updates: Power…
Dog attack victim says Kaipara mauling followed years of complaints
Her sentencing came after a string of high-profile attacks throughout New Zealand in 2025. The attacks were amid…
Waikato River float warning as Taupō officials highlight drowning risk
This year, with outflows from Lake Taupō expected to be higher than normal, the risk has also increased.…
Northland police urge simple home and car security steps as summer thefts rise
“We also see a rise in stolen bag claims in December, often from busy malls, restaurants, parties and…
Large hail and heavy rain: Severe thunderstorm warning for Dunedin region – NZ Herald
Large hail and heavy rain: Severe thunderstorm warning for Dunedin region NZ HeraldSevere thunderstorm warning for Dunedin region RNZ‘Chunky’ showers:…