PremiumPremiumOpinionMatt Whineray: Govt can't be de facto insurer of property after weather eventsOPINION: Current ad hoc buyout policies have led to inconsistent outcomes for communities.20 Jul 06:00 PM
New ZealandMetService concedes Cyclone Gabrielle red weather warning could've come soonerThe decision was influenced by Hawke’s Bay hydrologists, who opposed the warning.02 Jul 03:10 AM
New Zealand'Felt like a cyclone': Residents reel as possible tornado hits West HarbourTrees fell on homes as 100km/h winds ripped through the area.27 Jun 12:57 AM
New Zealand'Spiritual crisis': Pastor fined for building unconsented church, Christian group millions in debt30 May 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Insanity': Auckland villa owners told double-glazed windows violate heritage rules16 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandFuture of Napier-Wairoa train line still uncertainA decision on whether to reinstate or mothball the train line has yet to be made.11 May 04:08 PM
New ZealandRecord rainfall for parts of Northland in sodden AprilWet wet wet! April was one of Northland's wettest on record.07 May 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessGovt warned it'll be lumped with bigger bill than insurers if disaster strikesInsurers pass Reserve Bank stress test, but it worries about the Government's finances.06 May 04:16 AM
New Zealand'Very sunny areas': Sunshine returns as NZ clean-up begins after severe weatherColder nights expected with potential frost and fog in sheltered areas.03 May 06:00 AM
New ZealandCould Northland help power Auckland? $2m study to find outIf feasible, the project could unlock $1b in private investment in renewable energy.29 Apr 02:31 AM
New ZealandCourt orders $10m Auckland mansion sale cancelled after fatal landslideBuyer and seller fought over whether sale should go ahead after home left on cliff edge.28 Apr 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Don’t think they care': Auckland family left without power for six daysCapstick says she couldn't sterilise the bottles of the eight-month-old in the house.23 Apr 07:00 PM
New ZealandThe long road to recovery: Cyclone Tam's aftermath lingers in Far NorthMore than 20 Far North homes are still without power after the storm.23 Apr 12:56 AM
New Zealand'Could've caught them out': Cyclone's potential impact on dolphinsThree dolphins died after three different strandings in Whangārei over Easter.22 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandMeteorologists say wild weather's over for rest of school holidaysThis week is now free of severe weather warnings as Cyclone Tam weakens and moves on.21 Apr 07:00 PM
New Zealand'Potentially criminal': Suspicious person posed as cyclone damage surveyor – Akl residentThe visitor claimed to be from Auckland Council but had no official ID.21 Apr 05:30 AM
New ZealandCommunity effort: Hundreds unite to tackle invasive seaweedAround 500 tonnes of the marine pest were moved above the high tide line in four days.21 Apr 02:44 AM
New Zealand'Solution needed': SH1 opens at Brynderwyns but long-term fix still neededCyclone Tam caused a slip on SH1 near the Brynderwyns, prompting calls for permanent fix.20 Apr 10:17 PM
OpinionAuckland Council CEO: Thunderstorms are unpredictable, the team did extremely wellOPINION: In a crisis, there will always be people who feel the response should be faster.20 Apr 06:00 PM
New Zealand'Begged': Authorities not acting fast enough in flood-prone areas, owners sayOne desperate owner stood by himself in the dark trying to stop a creek from flooding. 19 Apr 03:00 AM
New Zealand'I was trapped': Man's harrowing escape from floodwatersHe thought it was a small puddle. Then his engine died.19 Apr 02:00 AM
New ZealandAuckland shop owners and residents react to Cyclone TamAuckland residents and shop owners are feeling the aftermath of Cyclone Tam this morning. Video / NZ HeraldWatch18 Apr 10:16 PM
New Zealand'Biblical storm': 750 lightning strikes hit Auckland 'These thunder slaps are godlike', wrote one Aucklander after a sleepless night for many.18 Apr 09:24 PM
New ZealandCyclone Tam floods Auckland following lightning stormA Civil Defence centre has been set up in Auckland overnight after intense thunderstorms sparked “significant flooding” across the city. Video / NZ HeraldWatch18 Apr 07:54 PM
New Zealand'Dangerous conditions': MetService warns Easter weekend beachgoersDozens of beaches across Auckland and Northland are marked 'unsuitable for swimming'.18 Apr 07:00 PM
New ZealandPaeroa Towing Services rescues stranded cars from flooding overnightIn a social media post today, the company said seven vehicles were probably written off as a result of last night's flooding. Video / Paeroa TowingWatch18 Apr 04:49 AM
New ZealandEaster weather shown over New Zealand in new NIWA graphicHair feeling curlier than usual? You can thank the tropical air being ushered in by the remnants of Cyclone Tam! Video / NIWAWatch18 Apr 02:58 AM
New Zealand‘Inaction is not an option’: Mum wants neighbour’s tree removed after Cyclone Tam frightGirl, 10, and nanny had lucky escape when part of a tree fell on a car they'd just exited.18 Apr 01:56 AM