The CountryThunderstorms sweep country as MetService warns of flash flooding and hailPredicted downpours pose a threat of flash flooding in some areas. 26 Dec 01:10 AM
The CountryHeavy rain, thunderstorm risk for Boxing Day shoppers as wild weather lashes both islandsA heavy rain watch is in force from 6pm for Bay of Plenty east of Whakatāne.25 Dec 04:00 PM
The CountryTalley’s loses High Court battle over TVNZ health and safety reportsJustice Pheroze Jagose found TVNZ met the test for responsible reporting.17 Dec 12:22 AM
The CountryCool change hits just before Christmas as heavy rain, gales and thunderstorms move in15 Dec 04:00 PM
The CountrySweltering summer temperatures continue for NZ with more heat alerts possible08 Dec 04:00 PM
The CountryAir NZ flights disrupted by Auckland weather; 5000 Thames properties hit by power outage03 Dec 06:56 AM
The CountryEast coast prepares for 30C days, bringing 'dangerous' UV risk for partsSunny skies may turn to rain after lunch. The central North Island may get thunderstorms.25 Nov 08:18 PM
The CountryHow do you make beer taste better at 30,000 feet? Air NZ says it’s cracked itParrotdog’s Dash-hound IPA has been designed specifically for Air NZ's in-flight menu.22 Nov 09:58 PM
The Country'Every shot is a story of survival': Kiwi winners in conservation contestTasman’s Nic Wooding was an Oceania winner with her glowing study of a velvet mushroom.19 Nov 06:00 PM
The CountryHow a native tree nectar study could help farmersUniversity of Waikato says study could benefit farmers, conservationists and beekeepers.10 Nov 09:36 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryHawke’s Bay among top three most flood-exposed regions in NZ, new rainfall maps show'We’ve looked all around the country and West Coast and Hawke’s Bay and Nelson stand out.'08 Nov 05:00 PM
The CountryFourth yellow-legged hornet queen found as trapping beginsBrad Windust says this summer is MPI’s last chance to stop the hornets.03 Nov 04:19 AM
The CountryHow grazing sheep could help prevent Port Hills firesThe Kennedys Bush track will close for three days as grazing trials begin.02 Nov 10:25 PM
The CountrySafer Rides scheme driving change in quad bike safetyMore than 130 farm businesses installed safety bars through the scheme. 31 Oct 03:59 PM
The CountryNZ blade shearers beat Aussies in transtasman test Kiwis took out bladeshearing, but machine shearing and woolhandling went to the Aussies.30 Oct 10:44 PM
The CountryRural nurses race to lift measles vaccination rates as outbreak growsOnly 72% of Māori under the age of 5 are vaccinated against measles.29 Oct 11:12 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryBay News: 'An exciting vision': Matauri Bay artist transforms old farm shedThe latest news from the Bay of Islands and surrounds.29 Oct 03:55 PM
The CountryThunderstorm risk lingers for parts of NZ, but wild weather easingThe turbulent weather should start to become more settled across New Zealand.28 Oct 04:00 PM
The CountryHow long will spring’s wild winds keep roaring across the country?Another burst of severe weather is forecast to arrive from Labour Day.23 Oct 04:00 PM
The CountryPōrangahau fires largely contained after spreading to pines planned for Ikea furnitureThe largest fire is likely to cause headaches for firefighters for at least a week.22 Oct 03:46 AM
The CountryFlights cancelled and power outages as 'powerful weather system' moves up NZHeavy rain warnings are in force as snow settles near Queenstown.20 Oct 12:21 AM
The Country'Size of a ping-pong ball': World's largest blueberry to be grown in NZThe genetically-enhanced Eterna blueberries are to be grown in Kerikeri and Waikato.19 Oct 10:25 PM
The CountryWeather: Road reopens after high winds topple truck's trailer, blocks bridge on busy highway Gusts up to 130km/h are hitting the Canterbury High Country today.19 Oct 09:20 PM
PremiumPremiumThe Country‘Culture of fear’: Former minister details WorkSafe concerns at Talley’sFormer minister says Talley's had 'serious deficencies' and a 'culture of fear'.07 Oct 08:14 PM
The CountryRustic vision: Mahia farmer’s 35-year labour inspires new bookThe book features six distinctive homes from Omaha to Glenorchy.06 Oct 04:00 PM
The Country'No words can mend the wounds:' Parents' trauma after boy dies in hospitalThe HDC found the 3yo boy didn't get "reasonable" care after being taken to a rural ED.06 Oct 01:00 AM
The Country'In the thick of it': Thunderstorms, hail bring stormy end to school holidays for the northNorthland and Auckland could see squally thunderstorms and localised downpours.02 Oct 07:22 PM
PremiumPremiumThe Country'Baby-faced assassin back in business': TVNZ reporter questioned over textsThomas Mead, who is being sued by Talley's, faced a full day of cross-examination.01 Oct 09:00 PM
The CountryHighways closed, temps drop to sub-zero as cold snap sweeps up countrySnow is forecast to fall as low as 100m on several South Island roads.30 Sep 09:58 PM
