Emergency Services
One dead after two-vehicle crash in Horowhenua
Motorists are advised to stay clear of the area and expect delays.
One dead following crash on Waitohu Valley Road
The two-vehicle crash in the Horowhenua District happened at around 4.15pm.
Photo of person of interest in Avondale church fire released
Police have released an image of a man they want to speak to in relation to a fire that significantly damaged St Mary's Church in Auckland.
Driver seriously hurt as vehicle crashes into house
A police spokesperson says only one car was involved.
Firefighters investigating cause of 'pretty bad' Newtown house fire
The massive blaze on Mansfield Street broke just before midnight.
Watch: Dozens killed as fire rips through Iraq mall
A huge fire has torn through a commercial building in Iraq's eastern city of Kut, killing dozens of people. Audio
Hutt Valley school supporting students who were at Waterloo Station when person died
St Bernard's College principal said about half a dozen of his students were on the platform, and two saw what happened.
Midday Report Essentials for Wednesday 16th July 2025
In today's episode, the Waikato District Council is investigating a road that locals call the "rollercoaster" after a woman and two children were killed in a crash on Tuesday; New Zealanders are once… Audio
Three killed in Waiuku crash were woman and two children
They died when the car they were in left a notorious road and landed in a nearby creek. Audio
Waikato District mayor on deadly crash in Waiuku
The Waikato District Council is investigating a road that locals call the "rollercoaster" after a woman and two children were killed in a crash on Tuesday. Waikato District Mayor Jacqui Church spoke… Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Wednesday 16 July 2025
In today's episode, three people died at the scene of a single-vehicle crash near Waiuku in rural Auckland on Tuesday afternoon; The Medical Council says the health system is under strain and it's… Audio
One dead after collision between car and motorcycle
One person has died after a two-vehicle crash in Hamilton.
Adult and two children dead after single car crash in Waiuku
Police have confirmed one adult and two children died when their car left the road near Waiuku in rural Auckland on Tuesday afternoon. Local volunteer first responder Tremayne Thompson spoke to Ingrid… Audio
Up to $500,000 a day spent fixing roads in flood damaged Tasman district
As the mop up continues in the flood-battered Tasman district, up to half a million dollars a day is being spent fixing up damaged roads. Tasman District Council's group manager community… Audio
Three killed in single-vehicle crash in rural Auckland
Three people died at the scene of a single-vehicle crash near Waiuku in rural Auckland on Tuesday afternoon. Local resident Billy McLean spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Person rescued after car goes down bank in North Auckland
The person was seriously injured in the crash and taken to hospital.
Three dead after crash in rural Auckland
The triple-fatal crash happened on Masters Rd, Waiuku.
Person freed after crash between car and bus
Fire and Emergency New Zealand were called to Great South Rd in Ōtāhuhu on Tuesday afternoon.
Six fire trucks battle blaze in partly demolished building in Hastings
Six fire trucks are battling a blaze in Hastings at an old Watties-owned building that is under demolition.
Midday Report Essentials for Tuesday 15th July 2025
In today's episode, a man in his 80s has been taken to hospital after being trapped in his campervan when it was blown over in a reported tornado in Northland; The owner of New World and Pak'nSave… Audio
