Multiple fireballs reported across New Zealand skies

Thursday 30 July 2026 · 4 outlets · 4 reports · updated Thu 30 Jul, 10:58am

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Skygazers have reported several suspected meteors streaking across New Zealand skies over multiple nights. A fireball seen on Tuesday night was observed across the country, with some witnesses reporting a sonic boom.

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1. StuffThu 30 Jul, 6:58am

   Was that another fireball? Kiwis spot meteor for third night this week (opens in new tab)

2. NZ HeraldThu 30 Jul, 8:29am

   Suspected meteor sightings reported across North Island for second night (opens in new tab)

3. The Post via StuffThu 30 Jul, 9:40am

   ‘Holy s..., what was it?’: Fiery object streaks over NZ as experts hunt possible meteorite (opens in new tab)

4. 1NewsThu 30 Jul, 10:58am

   Another 'really beautiful' fireball seen streaking across North Island skies (opens in new tab)