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Bodies recovered from Nelson plane crash site, police say
The bodies of two people have been recovered after a Cessna crash on Tuesday.
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Crew member noticed wildlife tourist boat on 'unusual' route before hitting rocks
An interim report details the Black Cat's route in Akaroa Harbour and beyond.
Four hospitalised after toxic gas from rotting fish overcomes crew
Inquiry finds poor procedures and design flaws contributed to the near tragedy.
NZTA confirms it can’t suspend 650 drivers caught up in licence retest probe
Police are involved in the probe and NZTA says charges are possible.
Witness who helped at scene of Wellington train crash describes 'completely buckled' cabin
Civilian Chris Myatt said the driver and conductor seemed to be in shock after the crash.
1000-tonne freight train and passenger trip nearly collide at stop sign
A freight train travelled 50m past a stop signal before halting near Westfield.
Aratere's crew were untrained on new steering system when it ran aground, report finds
By the time the crew recognised the error, they were unable to take control of the ship.
More than $110k raised for family of pilot killed in Mt Aspiring helicopter crash
Pilot Tim Brown and guide Sean Roach died during a hunting flight on Sunday.
'Widely known and deeply respected' pilot remembered after fatal helicopter crash
Pilot Tim Brown and guide Sean Roach died during a hunting flight on Sunday.
'Devastated': Experienced pilot and guide named as Mt Aspiring helicopter crash victims
The chopper was chartered for a hunting trip, police confirmed.
Anchor drop almost certainly prevented casualty in 2023 ferry emergency
The ship's crew raced against the clock to prevent a maritime disaster.
Runaway wagons at Port Otago prompt call to improve safety
Workers were found to have not been properly trained in braking systems.
Crew’s desperate rescue bid after colleague swept overboard in subantarctic waters
The crew member was knocked overboard by a float at about 10.40pm Sunday.
Train driver on phone in near miss as report warns of nationwide safety gap
The trains missed the hi-rail vehicle at Kereone by three and a half minutes.
Jetstar A320 smashed sign after titanium pipe ruptured in Chch airport accident
Damage to the part before installation went unnoticed for years, investigators say.
Tourist boat wrecked on Akaroa beach as salvage plan shifts after swells
More than 40 passengers and crew were rescued after the catamaran grounded.
New drone footage shows submerged catamaran close to shore in Akaroa Harbour
Experts warn stranded fuel could harm endangered Hector's dolphins nearby.
Diesel fumes linger as capsized tour boat left 'well wedged' on Akaroa rocks
Wildlife experts remain on standby as environmental monitoring continues.
Investigators head to Akaroa after ferry grounding
Investigators want passengers' photos, videos and phone data from the trip.
Aircraft near-collision 'too close', investigators call for urgent overhaul
A safety authority urges major changes after two planes were put on a collision course.
Floatplane engine fails mid-air, pilot glides to safe landing
Three investigations have been opened into what happened on the Rotorua scenic flight.
'The two of us will go together': Ship master's sadness on troubled ferry's final voyage
There were mixed emotions on board, with some staff losing their jobs.
Aratere makes last voyage after three decades
In 2011, it was extended to increase passenger capacity to 650.
'Preventable': Auckland rail crew unaware of missing track before tunnel derailment
Key staff failed to communicate missing tracks, leading to the preventable accident.