Papakura fireworks attack: Two injured after blasts inside lawnmower shop
As some customers took cover amid the fear and confusion of fireworks exploding inside the shop, Webster and…
Police seize car, issue fines after illegal road gathering in Lower Hutt
Police were able to stay ahead of the group and “the group were never able to take hold…
Tauranga City Council closes Mauao, involves police after fireworks repeatedly used on sacred maunga
Thomson-Bache said the council had four Māori wardens on-site from 7pm to 11pm last night. “Despite their presence,…
Mauao Trust and council condemn illegal fireworks on sacred Mount Maunganui maunga
“Mauao is a sacred and historic reserve, not a place for fireworks,” a Mauao Trust representative said. “We…
Supermoon to light up New Zealand skies tonight: Here’s everything you need to know
It is the second supermoon this year after last month’s Harvest Moon and is one of four in…
Fireworks ban urged as Bay of Plenty incidents spark safety pleas
Breeding stallion Rockafella was put down on November 8 last year after being injured when he was spooked…
‘Enough is enough’ – New Zealand First wants to ban private fireworks
Peters said his party’s Fireworks Prohibition Legislation Bill would stop the retail sale, manufacture and importation of fireworks…
Woman (30s) seriously injured by firework discharged into Crumlin house on Halloween – The Journal
Woman (30s) seriously injured by firework discharged into Crumlin house on Halloween The JournalPublic Order Unit deployed in Crumlin,…
Here’s a map of fires across Dublin tonight as crews respond to dozens of Halloween blazes – The Journal
Here’s a map of fires across Dublin tonight as crews respond to dozens of Halloween blazes The JournalOn Halloween…
Meeanee Speedway to kick off Hawke’s Bay fireworks events, firefighters warn vigilance
There will also be a good line-up of races before fireworks begin at 8.30pm. “We have found over…
Japan festival ends with a bang as fireworks barge ignites
Two barges loaded with fireworks for a summer festival display near the Japanese capital of Tokyo caught ablaze,…
Guy Fawkes shooting: Man accused of attacking neighbour’s guest in fireworks dispute
The trial is being held in the Wellington District Court this week. Complainant Leonard Murray gave evidence yesterday,…