Emergency Services
Three injured, one seriously, in Christchurch apartment blaze
Fire-proof walls helped contain a major blaze in an apartment unit in Christchurch, Fire and Emergency says. Audio
Fire breaks out in Christchurch apartment building
One person has been taken to hospital in a serious condition and two others were injured in a fire in an apartment building in Christchurch.
Emergency services received reports of an apartment fire… Audio
Long-distance walking challenge highlights earthquake risk
To prepare for a big earthquake, Wellington Regional Emergency Management (WREMO) is hosting its Long Walk Home. WREMO's Dan Neely spoke to Jesse. Audio
Police negotiating with armed man in Hutt Valley
An armed standoff is underway in the Hutt Valley north of Wellington where police are negotiating with a man who is refusing to give himself up.
The incident on High Street in Avalon, saw a number of… Audio
Shock as two killed in rally crash
The motorsport community is in shock and grieving after two competitors died on Sunday during a road rallysprint race in Northland.
Amberley fire brigade raises more than $100,000 for charity
Amberley's Fire Brigade raised more than $100,000 for youth mental health charity, 'I Am Hope', at the weekend.
A dozen of the brigade's volunteers swam for 24-hours, after barely catching their… Audio
Community leaders push for local emergency hubs in Hawke's Bay
When Cyclone Gabrielle hit, dozens of rural Hawke's Bay communities were cut off, leaving them without power, communications, and enough food and water.
It was scary and it's prompted community… Audio
One killed in Kerikeri crash
One person died in a serious crash in Northland on Sunday afternoon.
Port Hills: Small crew keeping fire from reigniting
Firefighters are still working on hotspots around the Christchurch Adventure Park to stop the Port Hills blaze from reigniting.
One dead after two-vehicle crash in western Bay of Plenty
A person has died and another is in a critical condition after a crash on State Highway 2.
Police seeking more information after mayday call in Dunedin
Police say they have not found who made a mayday call in Dunedin this afternoon and are asking the public for help.
Port Hills: FENZ crews still putting out 'deep-seated' fires
Fire crews have been digging out and extinguishing hot spots identified by drones in the Christchurch Adventure Park.
Pohutakawa tree stops woman getting to ambulance
There's a giant pohutakawa tree growing on a council berm outside Colin Harvey's place. Over time one of its substantial branches has grown across his driveway to the point it's blocking some access… Video, Audio
Fire risk still high in Port Hills as crews dampen down blaze
If the fire flares up again, it will spread quickly, firefighter says.
Skodas used by police recalled over fire risk concerns
The Skoda Superb, recently adopted by police, has been hit with a nationwide recall notice over an issue that can lead to heightened fire risk.
Eagle helicopter used in arrests of two fleeing drivers
The Eagle helicopter has been used in arrests of two fleeing drivers in Auckland, police say.
Former Lake Alice patient says apology doesn't go far enough
A former patient at the Lake Alice psychiatric hospital's child and adolescent unit says an apology to survivors doesn't go far enough.
Several dozen survivors gathered in Palmerston North on Tuesday… Audio
Tourist has motorbike stolen in Hawkes Bay
A German tourist whose motorbike was stolen in a tiny Hawkes Bay settlement says he's shocked police decided not to press charges despite finding the vehicle at a nearby house.
The tourist who RNZ is… Audio
Hate-motivated abuse increases
Police say hate-motivated abuse increased by 12 percent over the past year.
Although the problem is on the rise, hate crime and hate speech are still not standalone offences in Aotearoa.
And… Audio
Charges dropped after police pledge to improve safety for traffic camera operators
WorkSafe has dropped charges against the police after a traffic camera operator was injured in a car crash.