The CountryNZ's ancient kauri yields major scientific discoveryAncient swamp kauri records reveal breakdown of Earth's magnetic field 42,000 years ago.18 Feb 08:35 PM
The CountrySecrets of the deep: How many sharks are swimming in our waters?The global shark and ray population has declined by a worrying amount.02 Feb 07:55 PM
The CountryRare weather: Three tropical cyclones tracking north of NZDoesn't happen often, but minimal risk to New Zealand for now.31 Jan 08:14 PM
The CountryThe best and the worst: Who's had the most sunshine so far this year?Good day sunshine? Some towns and cities have enjoyed 50 per cent more sun than others.21 Jan 09:40 PM
The Country30C scorcher: NZ set to swelter in the sun; forecasters also on cyclone watchSome spots could hit 30C this week, with warm, sunny weather in store for most regions.13 Dec 04:22 PM
The CountryIt's the first day of summer! What weather lies ahead?December 1 is officially the first day of summer.30 Nov 06:00 PM
The CountryDry summer on the cards for parts of CanterburyChristchurch has had over 150mm less rainfall than the yearly average.23 Nov 07:44 PM
The CountryAnother marine heatwave forecastA marine heatwave this summer would be the third in four years.19 Nov 07:56 PM
The CountryMarine creatures susceptible to warm weather will be affectedMarine biologists warn of depleting sea organisms as sea temperatures in Northland rise09 Nov 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryDrought fears as Bay of Plenty 'severely dry' ahead of summerNiwa's 60-day index has deemed the Rotorua area and coastal Bay of Plenty "severely dry".05 Nov 07:00 PM
The CountryHeavy rain lashes Auckland, strong winds may close harbour bridgeHeavy rain and strong winds have been thrashing the North Island today.05 Nov 01:30 AM
The CountryDrought fears for South Canterbury farmersNIWA's latest hotspot report showed the driest soils in the South Island.20 Oct 05:00 PM
The CountryLack of consultation on 1080 aerial drop deniedDoC and OSPRI knew nothing of meeting but organisers say they tried to invite them.04 Aug 01:05 AM
The CountryFrosty morning on the wayOne part of the country has received 82mm of rain in the last 24 hours.29 Jun 02:31 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryFarmers and growers rejoice with decent rainBut soil moisture level in Northland not where it should be, Niwa says.24 Jun 05:00 PM
The CountryLet the light in: Winter solstice sets us on path to brighter daysIt's our shortest day - so how much extra daylight can we expect tomorrow?20 Jun 05:00 PM
The CountryRain a boost for Northland rivers, dams and farmersRainfall boosts dam and river levels but till not enough to end drought.02 Jun 08:00 PM
The CountryAuckland needs a month of rain to recover from droughtMore rain is on the way for Auckland this week - but a whopping 250mm is needed.26 May 10:56 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryInsufficient rain in winter will spell trouble in NorthlandLack of winter rain will force the closure of Whangārei's main water day.06 May 05:00 PM
OpinionClimate change has already cost NZ almost $1b in droughts and flooding - expertsThe cost of climate change is hitting us now, say NZ researchers.22 Apr 05:00 PM
The CountryFurther water restrictions for WhangāreiLevel 3 water restrictions come into force in Whangārei from Thursday.14 Apr 05:00 PM
The CountryRain needed now to avoid tighter restrictionsThis week's rain might defer further water restrictions in Whangārei06 Apr 10:00 PM
The CountryRecent rain helps but more neededFingers crossed in rural areas for more rain as predicted.27 Mar 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryPlaces in Northland break summer drought recordWhangārei and Dargaville have broken rainfall records in place for many decades.04 Mar 04:00 PM
The CountryRain, thunderstorms on the way - which drought-affected areas will get reliefNot a "drought-breaker", but at last some relief.03 Mar 02:44 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountrySpud the dog survives eel attackEel attempts to drown jack russell chihuahua cross in a Whangārei stream.18 Feb 04:31 AM
The Country'I've taped off the taps so nobody turns them on': Aucklanders on tanks left dryWhen it comes to water in Auckland it's a tale of two cities.13 Feb 04:00 PM
The CountryBig Dry: No rain in sight for drought-parched northCyclone heading to New Caledonia looks likely to sweep by south of South Island.10 Feb 10:41 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryCalls on Govt to declare a droughtDrought could be declared in Northland as early as next week as conditions worsen.09 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryScarce Whanganui rainfall to kickstart 2020The Whanganui region dried out over January - but not as much as Northland.05 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryMercury in Whangārei area creeps towards 40CWhangārei breaking weather records but southerlies expected to cool things off a bit.04 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryMinister tours farms in bone-dry NorthlandNorthland inching closer to a drought declaration with no rain in sight.24 Jan 04:00 PM
The CountryWater restrictions in place across regions on verge of droughtWater restrictions are being put in place around the country.14 Jan 05:56 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryTotal fire ban possible if Hawke's Bay's tinder dry conditions continueIt's only going to get hotter in Hawke's Bay and fire and emergency services urge caution.27 Nov 02:43 AM
