Natural Disasters
School shuts after two dozen classrooms fail to meet earthquake standards
Timetables at the South Island's biggest secondary school have been thrown into disarray.
In photos: Iceland volcano spews fountains of lava
A volcano in Iceland has erupted for the fourth time since December, the country's meteorological office says.
Christchurch Adventure Park sets reopening date
"We are very fortunate that we will be able to reopen with pretty much all attractions back on offer," the park manager said.
Whakaari White Island owners' lawyer seeks inquiry
The lawyer for the Whakaari White Island owners is calling for an independent public inquiry into the deadly eruption saying government agencies including WorkSafe should be held accountable.
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Tighter seismic risk standards bump up building costs
The higher national standard for seismic design is adding to construction and design costs.
'People probably feel pretty sick looking at it': Karekare a year on
"They're preparing themselves that this is going to be happening more frequently," firefighter Toby Hyman says. Audio
Delays frustrate storm-displaced homeowners desperate for financial help
Those who missed out on the government's accommodation support, but need it, are frustrated at delays to include them.
Quake prep: How would you get home if the 'big one' hit?
As many as 80,000 people in Wellington may need to walk home in a natural disaster, the Long Walk Home organiser says.
Wellington: Testing how far the walk home is if earthquake hits
If a big earthquake hits, do you have a plan for how you would get home? In Wellington, a big one could take out roads and public transport out of the city. This afternoon, hundreds of people are… Audio
GNS Science pushes for lower fine over Whakaari failings
WorkSafe has argued GNS Science should be fined between $150,000 and $250,000 for failing to communicate the risks of flying to the island.
Wellington's Reading Cinemas deal debate to go public
Council staff have recommended Thursday's meeting stays private, but Mayor Tory Whanau is keen for it to be public.
Companies face large fines at Whakaari White Island sentencing
The ability of companies to pay fines and reparations to survivors and the families of the Whakaari White Island eruption is under scrutiny at the sentencing in Auckland.
The Environment Court has… Audio
Families and victims speak at Whakaari White Island sentencing
The family of a couple killed in the Whakaari White Island eruption have told a sentencing judge they want the companies involved held to account.
Emotional victims and families spoke of their grief… Audio
Earthquake strikes Canterbury region
A magnitude 5.1 earthquake struck Canterbury Monday night. Four thousand people reportedly felt the quake, which was centred 30 kilometres west of Methven.
GNS Science seismologist Dr Jonathan Hanson… Audio
Hawke's Bay communities preparing for the inevitable next Gabrielle
After Cyclone Gabrielle tore Hawke's Bay communities apart, they're banding together to ready themselves for the next disaster.
Cyclone-damaged wool scourer 'very close' to full opening after $50m rebuild
WoolWorks New Zealand is shaking off a challenging and costly year, as it turns a corner in its Cyclone Gabrielle recovery.
Emotional scenes as statements read in Whakaari White Island sentencing
There have been emotional scenes at the Environment Court in Auckland Monday morning as family members of those who died in the Whakaari White Island eruption began reading out their impact… Audio
This Weekend: Flood-devastated rugby club has grand re-opening
A year after the Richmond Rovers RLSC was hit by the Auckland Anniversary Weekend floods, the refurbished club is holding a community day with kai and music. Audio
Cyclone Gabrielle: 100 people gather for summit
Gisborne leaders and stakeholders are sick of being told they're resilient, and are instead looking towards a better future. About 100 people gathered in Awapuni today for the Tairāwhiti Tomorrow… Audio
More Australian towns threatened by massive bushfire
Fresh evacuation warnings were issued on Friday for dozens of rural Australian towns.