Travel'Under the radar' Dunedin lands place on Tripadvisor awardsThe Otago city lands a place on Tripadvisor's fastest growing destinations.27 Jan 09:23 PM
TravelGoing on a road trip? Five classic Kiwi journeys to take this summerGet your motor running on these spectacular journeys across Aotearoa.05 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandSevere thunderstorms dump hail and cause flash floodingA severe thunderstorm warning has now been issued for Gisborne and Wairoa.26 Dec 06:58 AM
TravelBird of the year: Where to see kākāpō in New ZealandHow did a bird with only 200 living examples win over the hearts of New Zealanders?16 Nov 03:11 AM
New ZealandThe heat is on: Labour Weekend's 28C stunner - but back to winter on MondayTropical air is set to get temperatures rising, but come Monday it changes drastically.22 Oct 11:46 PM
TravelSounds incredible: Milford's mountain parrotsToo many Kiwis rush in and out of Fiordland in a day. Here's why you should slow down.18 Oct 12:00 AM
New ZealandYour weather: Flurry of severe weather warnings as snow hits the southA rapidly deepening low has hit with heavy rain, gales, snow - and cold temperatures.27 Sep 06:16 AM
New ZealandStormy Sunday: Gales, heavy rain, 1350 lightning strikes, harbour bridge could closeAuthorities are taking no chances with Auckland Harbour Bridge as gales threaten.26 Sep 04:00 PM
New ZealandBurned vessel spilling oil into Milford Sound'It pretty much sunk; at the end of the day, that's what really put it out altogether'14 Sep 05:47 PM
TravelFiordland great walk's future to be decided after 7 months of neglectMilford might be booked out for the season, but this Fiordland trail is in doubt.08 Sep 11:52 PM
New ZealandGales, heavy rain - severe weather warning for NZ this weekRain will hit the country from Tuesday and see out the week.16 Aug 07:32 AM
TourismCovid crunch: The region facing 40% unemploymentTraditionally about three-quarters of this region's visitors are from overseas.27 Jul 07:50 AM
New ZealandChilly wintry blast: Deep snow in deep south; storm-force gales in Hawke's BayParts of the South Island are waking to a chilly but stunning winter wonderland.22 Jul 08:46 PM
New ZealandSchool's out, so expect rain, wind and snow for the holidaysIf you've planned a school holiday road trip it might be foiled by the weather.06 Jul 06:13 PM
SportMountain race sells out 'in record time', offers hope for Te Anau businessesWith closed borders and struggling businesses, Te Anau sees a boost with Kepler Challenge.04 Jul 02:22 AM
New ZealandCold snap turns to heavy rain, warnings issuedWestern parts of the country are in for some decent rain from Sunday.03 Jul 07:43 PM
PremiumPremiumTravelFiordland: Before you arrive, pray for rainTake me to the only place in New Zealand where you hope for rain.21 Jun 02:23 AM
New ZealandBrrrr! Snow to fall tonight in lower South IslandIt'll be freezing in the Far South this weekend, but warmer and drier in the north.18 Apr 12:12 AM
New ZealandYour weather: Last of the sun before Easter storms hit and Cyclone Harold hammers PacificFine few days ahead before stormy weather ushers in the long weekend.07 Apr 05:35 AM
New ZealandIs there a moose on the loose in Fiordland?A man hunting for proof a moose still roams a deep south forest gets a surprise.05 Mar 05:13 AM
New ZealandDunedin man's disappearance, and daring flightHe stole a plane and vanished into thin air, only to come back from the dead years later.01 Mar 09:27 PM
New ZealandAs summer officially bids goodbye, the heatwave continues to stayThere's a chance of rain sprinkling the country, but not where it's needed the most.01 Mar 02:18 AM
Entertainment'I sang my heart out': Pneumonia-struck Elton 'so very sorry'John's next two Auckland concerts are now in doubt.16 Feb 10:16 AM
New ZealandGreat Walk track closures could cost DoC over $1 millionRouteburn will be closed for the "foreseeable future" and Milford to the end of February.16 Feb 05:01 AM
New ZealandRecord dry spell for Auckland; South faces another delugeWhile Auckland reaches a record dry spell, a cyclone is approaching the South Island.14 Feb 09:19 PM
New ZealandFlood devastation: World-famous Routeburn, Milford tracks closed for weeksThousands of people will be affected by the closures of the world-famous hikes.06 Feb 05:08 PM
New ZealandLive: Third Southland town told to flee floods, blocks of land under waterSome families were forced to wade through waist-high water to safety.04 Feb 08:28 PM
New ZealandIncredible footage: State highway destroyed, travellers strandedVideo footage shows large parts of Milford Road have been washed away.03 Feb 04:40 PM
New ZealandState of Emergency declared for Fiordland: Tourists trappedUp to 400 tourists trapped after road to Milford Sound washed out.03 Feb 02:26 AM
New ZealandHeavy rain warning for Otago headwatersFiordland, Westland and the headwaters of Otago lakes and rivers expect a drenching.02 Feb 05:04 PM
New ZealandTwo climbers die in Fiordland National ParkThe men were reported missing on Thursday but a search party was delayed by bad weather.01 Feb 03:34 AM
New ZealandHot stuff: More heat on the way after whopping 38.2C in GisborneYesterday, Gisborne topped the charts at a whopping 38.2C, its hottest day since 1940.31 Jan 05:44 PM
New ZealandSeriously hurt person winched from Kepler Track by rescue helicopterRescue helicopter called in for person injured in Fiordland National Park.10 Jan 11:14 PM
New ZealandYour weather: Summer sun returns for tennis final; heavy rain batters SouthLovely summer sun should bathe centre court for tomorrow's ASB Classic Women's Final.10 Jan 09:37 PM
