Environment • AustraliaEx-Tropical Cyclone Alfred weakens but leaves trail of destructionAt least one person has died in floodwaters and military personnel injured in the wild weather.Christine RovoiSun, 09 Mar
Pacific Region • Aotearoa New ZealandNZ’s foreign aid reset to focus on 'fewer, bigger, better' projectsA review of our foreign aid programme will see increased support for global and humanitarian efforts, with the Pacific region remaining a priority.Christine RovoiFri, 21 Feb
SummerAucklanders urged to update emergency plans this summerAdam Maggs, of Auckland Emergency Management, says a few quick actions now could make a big difference in an emergency.Torika Tokalau, Local Democracy ReporterSun, 29 Dec
Summer'Better safe than sorry': Can we make this summer the safest?Police are encouraging caution as they increase patrols during the holiday season.Christine RovoiThu, 26 Dec
Pacific Region • Vanuatu • FijiVanuatu in crisis: Health concerns arise as NZ joins search for earthquake survivorsSeasonal workers heading home for the holidays are stuck in Fiji as an appeal for assistance is launched.Christine RovoiFri, 20 Dec
NewsGivealittle page set up for families of Auckland crash victimsSouth Auckland community leader Li'amanaia Lorenzo Kaisara says he has sought the approval of the deceased's families.Sayeemulla ShariffWed, 28 Aug
HealthAmbulance staff strike action underwayHato Hone services says it will respond to life-threatening emergencies during the 24-hour industrial action, and people should continue to call 111.Sayeemulla ShariffTue, 20 Aug
Health'We are fed up': Ambulance officers vote to strikeMore than 2500 paramedics will not turn up to work later this month in what they are describing as a last resort after months of failed pay negotiations.Christine RovoiWed, 07 Aug
EnvironmentCommunity leader says past victims are ‘in the forefront’ of their minds Despite the devastation along the East Coast, residents remain resilient and grateful for the ongoing support.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uThu, 27 Jun
Environment'We need a break': Gisborne hit with more extreme weatherTairāwhiti Mayor Rehette Stoltz says although they are handling evacuations well, the community is tired after 16 extreme weather events since 2017.Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uWed, 26 Jun