The CountryThunderstorm risk for top half of the North Island, heavy rain watch for Wairoa A thunderstorm has already popped up in Taranaki, which suffered flooding yesterday.03 Jul 10:16 PM
The CountryHeavy rain warnings extended as front sits over central North Island Rain started falling at the top of the country before dawn. 03 Jul 09:22 AM
The CountryFoodstuff supermarkets face salad shortages as storm delivers 'logistical hit' Spinach, mesclun and other salad greens are currently in limited supply. 01 Jul 08:00 PM
The CountryWarmer, wetter months ahead as tropical weather patterns impact NZ'While cold snaps and frost will occur, they are expected to be less frequent than usual.'01 Jul 05:00 PM
The Country'Hysterics': Pet dog Shiva swept into drains during flooding found safe 24 hours laterThe pet dog was sucked into the drainage system during the weekend's heavy rain event.01 Jul 04:00 AM
The CountryMetService warns of heavy rain for Nelson, Tasman amid floodingTasman expects up to 150mm of rain; Nelson forecasts 80-100mm.01 Jul 02:41 AM
The CountryWatch: 'Heartbreaking' – Noel Edmonds' $30m NZ estate floodedThe British TV star called the damage heartbreaking.01 Jul 12:00 AM
The CountryFresh weather warnings issued for BoP Up to 180mm of rain is expected in areas east of Whakatāne.30 Jun 11:29 PM
The CountryStorm-battered regions brace for more severe weatherStorm-hit areas face more rain and gales as the clean-up continues.30 Jun 01:46 AM
The CountryFrom the UK to Ngātīmoti: How Noel Edmonds spends his time in NZThe TV host left stardom behind to run an 800-acre estate by the Motueka River.29 Jun 07:10 PM
The CountryRoads cut off, homes evacuated in the south as Auckland hit by thunderstormsSevere weather hits as school holidays begin, with evacuations in Marlborough. 27 Jun 08:24 AM
The CountryAmelia Marsden wins Nelson Young Grower titleAmelia Marsden is keen for other young people to consider a career in horticulture.27 Jun 02:30 AM
The CountryEvacuations under way as South Island lashed by heavy rain and flood threatsA state of emergency has been declared in Nelson and Tasman as rain batters the region.27 Jun 12:40 AM
The Country'Trailblazers': Women honoured in mining awardsFour women have been recognised in the recent mining awards.26 Jun 04:59 PM
The Country'Under pressure': NZ farms face succession challengesOver half of NZ's farm and orchard owners will reach pension age in the next decade.24 Jun 11:15 PM
The CountryBrief winter respite to be swept away by heavy rain, severe galesHeavy rain watches are being issued.23 Jun 07:00 PM
The CountryRural vs urban economy: Who's doing 'the hard work' and which regions are booming?ASB has released its Q1 Regional Economic Scoreboard: Food exports make an impact. 17 Jun 05:00 PM
The Country'We still have that risk': Thunderstorm chance remains in north, skifields to open in south The wet weather has also caused a mudslide that's blocking a North Island highway. 12 Jun 10:19 PM
The CountryWellington leads in income, South Island shines in low unemploymentWellington now ranks high in housing affordability due to falling prices.09 Jun 09:01 PM
The CountryNick Putt reclaims Hawke's Bay Young Viticulturist title"I’m determined to do Hawke’s Bay proud in the nationals,” Putt said. 06 Jun 05:00 PM
The CountryAnna Kelland wins Marlborough Young Viticulturist title againKelland will compete in the national final on August 27 in Waipara.06 Jun 03:00 AM
The Country'Mixed bag of extremes': Weather forces tough feed calls for farmersSome Northland farms experienced flooding five times in recent weeks.04 Jun 11:51 PM
The CountryWhy this winter will be warmer, wetter despite looming cold snapThis winter will be warmer than average, despite a cold snap this weekend.03 Jun 05:00 PM
The CountryWarm, wet weather to hit NZ before cold snap brings freezing tempsMetService has issued heavy rain watches for parts of the South Island.02 Jun 05:00 PM
RoyalsRural community well represented in King's Birthday HonoursThis year’s honours acknowledge contributors to New Zealand’s rural sector.01 Jun 05:05 PM
The CountryBay of Islands boat anchoring ban unlikely to expand despite caulerpa spreadBiosecurity NZ under pressure as invasive caulerpa expands.27 May 05:00 AM
The Country'Active weather coming': Heavy rain, wind forecast to sweep back across NZToday will offer a brief sunny and calm respite in a wild few days of weather.26 May 07:00 PM
The CountryHeavy rain moves north as wet weather system crosses New ZealandMetService has issued heavy rain and strong wind watches for the middle of the country.25 May 07:00 PM
The CountryNorthland divers start New Zealand-first elimination work on invasive seaweed'Time is of the essence in the fight against caulerpa.'20 May 05:00 PM
The CountryFinance leaders celebrated: Major wins at Infinz AwardsInfinz Awards celebrate big winners in the finance industry.13 May 08:11 PM
The CountryFamily of 10-year-old killed in Mother's Day ATV crash speak of 'devastating loss'The schoolboy dreamed of one day stepping into the family thoroughbred business.13 May 02:08 AM
The CountryWhich NZ winery came out on top in 2025's best of the year awards?A Central Otago winery took out top spot for the second year running.11 May 05:00 PM
The Country'Living their best lives': New mobile ocean farm trial for snapperThe trial system sits 10-15 metres below the surface, and moves with the tide.06 May 12:00 AM
The CountrySevere thunder, rain for top of North Island as winter blast hits southTemps in parts down to single digits. Auckland is in line for rain tonight. 29 Apr 01:53 AM
