Scrub Fire
An economy based on tourism burns
Ruapehu District's mayor says the huge fire still burning in the region could have the same effect on the local economy as the 1996 eruption. Audio
Helicopters, firefighters battle scrub fire near Cape Reinga
Helicopters and ground crews are battling a scrub fire that's been burning at Cape Reinga since Tuesday afternoon.
The blaze has been fanned by strong, gusty winds, and firefighting efforts so far… Video, Audio
Update on the fire raging through the MacKenzie Country
Firefighters are still battling to slow a huge scrub fire burning since Sunday in Mackenzie Country, but bad weather overnight has helped their efforts. Reporter Tess Brunton talks to Jesse about the… Audio
Eves Valley, Tasman residents ordered to evacuate
A large scrub fire that's burning near Nelson has forced people living in Eves Valley and the Eves Valley Saw Mill out of their homes this evening. Councillor Tim King is among those who has been told… Audio
Hanmer Springs firefighters in race with weather
The blaze near Hanmer Springs is under control, but firefighters want to dampen the hotspots before north-westerly winds hit tomorrow. Audio
Battle to control Hurunui scrub fire continues
Fire authorities in drought stricken North Canterbury were left with no option but to let a scrub fire burn last night. Audio
