New ZealandActing Auckland Mayor says council has learned from mistakes made during January floodsIt's a case of keep calm and carry on, says Desley Simpson.09 May 04:31 AM
New ZealandNapier to get permanent St John shuttle; volunteer drivers neededThe cyclone has only highlighted the struggle for those needing to get to Hastings.09 May 03:30 AM
New Zealand'Anything could happen': Piha residents brace for more damage as heavy rain sparks fresh flooding'It's a bloody nightmare.'09 May 02:10 AM
New ZealandFocus: Government to build bridge replacing State Highway 25AThe Government has committed to building a bridge to replace State Highway 25A after it was severely damaged during Cyclone Gabrielle and the Auckland Anniversary flooding. Video / NZ HeraldWatch09 May 01:17 AM
New ZealandFresh rain warnings issued for the Bay of Plenty and CoromandelMore wet weather on the way, plea to be prepared08 May 07:20 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessDisasters hit Tower, insurance premiums will riseInsurer's 9,000 claims to cost hundreds of millions.08 May 05:35 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandMany truckloads of silt to move in Hawke's Bay's $266m clean-upMoving and disposing of silt is the biggest job in the region.08 May 04:51 AM
New ZealandOrchard waste burning now allowed in Hawke's BayThe Hawke's Bay Regional Council has confirmed orchardists can burn certain vegetation.08 May 03:59 AM
New ZealandAuckland Council cold on compensating private homeowners after floods, buy-outs mootedWayne Brown says central government needs to show leadership around storm-related compo.07 May 11:58 PM
EntertainmentSporting stars set to rub shoulders at one of a kind fundraiserBurgers, Beers and Brilliant Kiwi Sportspeople gather for a cyclone fundraiser.06 May 05:00 PM
VideoWatch: Cyclone Gabrielle - Tough times continue three months onReminders of the devastating destruction caused by Cyclone Gabrielle are ever-present in rural areas of Hawke’s Bay three months on. Video / Neil ReidWatch05 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandCyclone Gabrielle three months on: Flashbacks, paradise lost and long winter aheadDeep feelings of heartbreak and loss remain three months on from Cyclone Gabrielle05 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandPower returns to Hawke’s Bay: Unison network now fully restored, three months onAnother big step has been taken in the region's recovery from Cyclone Gabrielle.05 May 03:47 AM
New ZealandRatepayers to fund Samoa trip for Hastings mayor and council CEOA friendship agreement will be signed with the Samoan district of Falealili.05 May 03:02 AM
New ZealandReturn or rebuild: The different paths Hawke’s Bay most flood-damaged schools are takingIt might take three years, but kids' laughter will ring out at Omahu School again.05 May 02:22 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandFrom the MTG: Huia image donated in aid of flood recoveryArtist donates work to aid in the recovery efforts of her Ngāti Kahungunu iwi.05 May 12:01 AM
New ZealandThe cyclone, the $40,000 grants, and the mysterious people deciding who gets themThey were steamrolled by silt and rain. Now they're in a new fight - over grants.04 May 10:24 PM
New Zealand‘That sense of loss’ - Eden Park fundraiser to help devastated cyclone-ravaged communities facilitiesThe Milford Foundation is fundraising for community clubs destroyed by Gabrielle04 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandInteractive map shows bird's-eye view of flooding, silt damage in Hawke’s Bay and TairāwhitiMap was created by Dragonfly Data Science in partnership with Social Wellbeing Agency.04 May 06:19 AM
Small BusinessGovernment funding “hard to get” for small business owners with disabilitiesSmall business owners living with disability have slammed a lack of support.04 May 05:22 AM
PoliticsKiri Allan speaks on Meka Whaitiri meeting; waka-jumping law not triggeredThe bombshell news was confirmed by Meka Whaitiri this morning.03 May 03:37 AM
New Zealand‘A huge job’: $133m announced for silt removal in Hawke’s BayThe Government has announced a big package for the removal and disposal of cyclone silt.03 May 12:26 AM
New Zealand'Profound' impact of storms leads to deluge of insurance claimsThe cost of summer floods is still being tallied.02 May 08:19 PM
New ZealandCargo ship captain convicted for dangerous action during GabrielleCaptain placed the vessel 'in unnecessary danger or risk'.02 May 04:46 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandCyclone Gabrielle: Observing the effect of silt on Hawke’s Bay’s seabedNiwa has completed 3D mapping of Hawke's Bay's sea floor after Cyclone Gabrielle.02 May 04:06 AM
PoliticsCyclone-hit communities to wait longer for consultation on rebuild or red-zone futureIt was hoped consultation would begin in early May but it appears that has been delayed.02 May 12:25 AM
New ZealandTangled up and blue: The wrecked caravan that symbolises Pakowhai’s flood painMP Anna Lorck says the caravan is a constant reminder of what people have to put up with.01 May 10:24 PM
PoliticsRobertson reveals confirmed categories for future of cyclone-hit homesCyclone-hit residents are set to be consulted on the future of their homes this month.01 May 04:41 AM
New ZealandAdvocates share mental health message post Cyclone GabrielleCyclone-hit communities face the loss of loved ones as mental health struggles mount.01 May 04:24 AM
New ZealandThe Bennetts overcame a cyclone. Now their challenge is navigating insuranceMinister Duncan Webb visits the region, promoting an insurance claims resolution service.01 May 03:14 AM
New ZealandPossible bypass routes for SH1 at Brynderwyns, closed for weeks after summer floodsNational won't say if it still plans to tunnel under the Brynderwyns.01 May 02:30 AM
PoliticsAccess issues and mental health toll persisting for cyclone-hit farmersFarmers are dealing with kilometres of broken fencing which will be expensive to fix.30 Apr 05:00 PM
PoliticsOpinion: Govt can’t keep skimping on rural mental health in cyclone recovery planRural communities have persistently been delivered poorer mental health services.30 Apr 05:00 PM
New Zealand'They looked after me': Willie Apiata gives back to the cyclone-impacted East CoastThe Victoria Cross recipient has raised $200,000 for cyclone-impacted families.29 Apr 08:59 PM