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Further water restrictions for Whangārei
Level 3 water restrictions come into force in Whangārei from Thursday.
Rain needed now to avoid tighter restrictions
This week's rain might defer further water restrictions in Whangārei
Recent rain helps but more needed
Fingers crossed in rural areas for more rain as predicted.
Places in Northland break summer drought record
Whangārei and Dargaville have broken rainfall records in place for many decades.
Rain, thunderstorms on the way - which drought-affected areas will get relief
Not a "drought-breaker", but at last some relief.
Spud the dog survives eel attack
Eel attempts to drown jack russell chihuahua cross in a Whangārei stream.
'I've taped off the taps so nobody turns them on': Aucklanders on tanks left dry
When it comes to water in Auckland it's a tale of two cities.
Big Dry: No rain in sight for drought-parched north
Cyclone heading to New Caledonia looks likely to sweep by south of South Island.
Calls on Govt to declare a drought
Drought could be declared in Northland as early as next week as conditions worsen.
Scarce Whanganui rainfall to kickstart 2020
The Whanganui region dried out over January - but not as much as Northland.
Mercury in Whangārei area creeps towards 40C
Whangārei breaking weather records but southerlies expected to cool things off a bit.
Minister tours farms in bone-dry Northland
Northland inching closer to a drought declaration with no rain in sight.
Water restrictions in place across regions on verge of drought
Water restrictions are being put in place around the country.
Total fire ban possible if Hawke's Bay's tinder dry conditions continue
It's only going to get hotter in Hawke's Bay and fire and emergency services urge caution.
Areas in mid and Far North received one third of normal rain
Council warns of potential drought in Northland as water restrictions start.
Virginia Lake recommendations: 'We did what was practical'
Niwa report suggests ways to improve Rotokawau/Virginia Lake - some have been tried.
Why NZ urgently must keep a better watch on its oceans
Scientists propose new initiative to keep closer tabs on our fast-changing ocean estate.
Can Dudding Lake be stopped from 'flipping'?
Effort, expense and an unexpected element appear in work to restore the lake.
'Like a freight train': Tornado slams woman against house
A Taranaki farmer has described how a tornado tore through his house.
Weather: Warmer temperatures forecast - but so is rain
A west to northwest is bringing patches of rain and warmer temperatures today.
Three-month forecast good news for farmers
Second warmest July on record as farmers look forward to a good summer.
The big chill: Flights delayed, heavy snowfall closes highways, Desert Rd
MetService issues further road snowfall warnings as the big chill continues.
New-wave research: $11.5m mega-project to shed light on NZ's changing oceans
An $11.5m project will take a closer look at NZ's vast and fast-changing marine estate.
Your weather: Heavy rains, chilly nights and snow all forecast this week
Get ready for some cold and wintry weather this week.
Your weather: Showers today but mild winter forecast
It may be wet today but winter is set to be warm and dry.
Western Bay of Plenty facing a drought
The rest of the Bay of Plenty was just under the margin in extremely dry conditions.
River flooded more than 1m deep near victim's property
Torrent caused Westland river to carry largest volume of water in 15 years, local says.
Coming months to be warmer - with potential downpours
Niwa is picking a warm few months ahead - but with the chance of big downpours.
Arrival of El Nino heralds a dry, warm autumn
Rain may be on the cards for the next few days, but it is unlikely to dampen the season.
Summer's over: Big wet on its way
A rainy end to month is set to bring much-needed relief to many parched regions.
Why NZ shouldn't be waiting to tackle methane
With methane emissions soaring, NZ shouldn't be waiting for a solution, scientist says.
Oma's sting: Severe rain to strike Auckland, North Island
Heavy rain and gale force wind over the weekend for both islands.