The CountryDiscovery of more invasive seaweed could ruin tourism hotspot, biosecurity leader warnsThe devastating finds should be a wake-up call to the Government, biosecurity expert says.29 May 05:42 AM
The CountryWeather war: Could Niwa-MetService competition endanger the Kiwi public?The nation's weather forecasters are going toe to toe to bring Kiwis the latest updates.24 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryExclusive: Weather forecast conflicts - Govt seeks advice over MetService v Niwa workMinister: 'There is always the opportunity to improve.'19 May 05:02 PM
The CountryChill alert: NZ in grip of sudden wintry blast, temps plummetingBe sure to start bundling up in preparation for the cold weather.23 Apr 10:24 PM
The CountryHalf of NZ’s rivers blocked to struggling native fishNZ's extinction-threatened freshwater fish face some of planet's most blocked waterways.25 Jan 12:32 AM
The Country10 days out from Xmas, what might Santa deliver?Meteorologist says a break in the unsettled weather could be on the cards for Christmas.14 Dec 06:50 PM
The CountryPublishing hopes for young Waikato science fair winnerNIWA awards enhance science and technology for young New Zealanders.13 Oct 06:20 PM
The CountrySevere marine heatwave looming: The alarming trends for NZ's marine lifeA major new stocktake reveals more alarming trends for NZ's under-pressure marine estate.12 Oct 09:45 PM
The Country'Hypothermia risk': Temperatures to plunge below freezing in Antarctic blastSpring is set to take a back seat this week, as a wintry blast arrives over the country.03 Oct 10:43 PM
The CountryHeavy rain, thunderstorms, hail and strong wind warnings on the forecastShowers, heavy rain, thunderstorms and hail are all on the weather forecast today.11 Sep 07:50 PM
The CountryHow Julie Bradshaw uses science and genetics to make on-farm decisionsFernside dairy farmer Julie Bradshaw took part in a 5-year NIWA irrigation study.20 Jun 03:30 AM
The Country'Four days of unstable weather': Electrical storms, gales, snow to sea levelForecasters expect the storm to linger to the middle of next week.10 Jun 02:40 AM
The Country'I thought it was the booster shot': South Taranaki fisher finds tag in snapperMr Chilt thought something was fishy about the metal tag until he contacted NIWA.31 May 03:04 AM
The CountryRed alert issued as ex-cyclone Fili tracks towards East CoastTropical Cyclone Fili is tracking further east of New Zealand, the latest models show.11 Apr 11:36 PM
The Country'Heartbroken': Upset as Westport evacuates again; Worst rain still to comeEvacuations underway as mayor warns locals they could be away for up to three days.04 Feb 01:00 AM
The CountryTropical weather system to dampen near-record hot start to 2022 - NiwaExperts say we have had a near-record warm summer, but they warn a wet February.31 Jan 03:06 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryNiwa warns of low soil moisture deficit in parts of NorthlandNorthland farmers in a strong position for now despite scorching weather.07 Jan 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryFeeling the heat: Nature provides us with solutions for farming and forestsTrees and soil are sequestering more than recognised under Govt regulation.10 Dec 04:00 PM
The CountrySpring cold snap: Cold, wet day for most of the countryThis week's cold snap will be replaced by warm and fine weather by the weekend.11 Oct 07:49 PM
The CountryRecord rainfall: September Whanganui's wettest on recordSeptember was a record-breaking month for the city.07 Oct 04:00 AM
The Country'Nothing but bad news': Major climate report's stark outlookBiggest climate report in nine years warns window to avert worst impacts is closing fast.09 Aug 08:00 AM
The CountryCold front weather system to bring gloomy weatherGales will strike the North Island from tomorrow - particularly Auckland and Northland.01 Aug 11:50 PM
The CountryNZ's wettest and sunniest spots: Westport and New Plymouth singled outThere is exactly five weeks left until spring.27 Jul 07:58 PM
The CountryNiwa confirms NZ's warmest June, with more mild days aheadNZ's warmest start to winter fuelled by northeasterlies, moist lows and climate change.05 Jul 03:02 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryPolar blast: The science behind NZ's deep freezeA polar blast has briefly chilled what's been NZ's warmest start to winter. What drove it?29 Jun 03:45 AM
The CountryPolar blast: Flights cancelled, huge swells set to hit Wellington, snow across much of NZThe polar blast's icy sting is due to hit across the North Island tomorrow.28 Jun 02:04 AM
The CountryWinter warmth: June tracking to be NZ's hottestNZ on track to record its warmest June on record, with unseasonably mild weekend forecast.23 Jun 01:20 AM
The CountryDry spells in winter worries council as dam levels declineRegular rain needed in winter to fill up dam levels in Whangārei.04 Jun 05:00 PM
The CountrySheep swept along in flood torrent after rain batters CanterburySurging water puts farmers and their animals in danger across Canterbury.31 May 09:48 AM
The CountryLive weather: Timaru, Ashburton State of Emergency, Selwyn Huts evacuatedFloodwaters in Canterbury have exceeded warnings "by a huge magnitude", Fed Farmers says.29 May 05:43 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountrySmelly red seaweed returns to Waipū CoveRed algal bloom still a mystery to Waipū locals and NRC staff.20 May 05:00 PM
The CountryCoromandel coast scallop beds in crisis, report says"How can we change our behaviours so we don't do the same thing again."13 May 09:37 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryThe big dry: Drought hits farmers hard as winter loomsConcern grows with no rain on the horizon.09 May 05:00 PM
The Country'Uphill battle': Parts of NZ dangerously dry with no immediate end in sightAkaroa farmer Hamish Menzies said they are making a plan for it if it doesn't rain soon.08 Apr 05:00 PM
