New Zealand'Morally bankrupt': Expert slams proposal to end climate buy-outs'You are on your own': Phasing out support for climate adaptation slammed.09 Jul 11:39 PM
WorldUS flash floods claim three lives, more storms expectedRuidoso's river hit a historic high of 20 feet, damaging up to 50 homes.09 Jul 07:39 PM
WorldFears grow of big surge in Texas flood deaths The floods have so far killed 119 people, with more than 160 still missing.09 Jul 07:25 PM
WorldTexas floods claim over 100 lives, search for 160+ missing continuesKerr County suffered the most damage, with at least 94 dead.08 Jul 11:23 PM
PremiumPremiumAnalysisAnalysis: Three key questions after the Texas floodsNew York Times analysis: Scrutiny will fall on whether job cuts had an impact.08 Jul 05:00 PM
WorldWatch: House floats down river in Texas flash floodVideo shows a whole house floating down the river during the deadly floods.08 Jul 01:41 AM
PremiumPremiumWorldTexas floods: Officials feared risk to youth camps but rejected warning systemNew York Times: Officials debated over 10 years adding sirens and early flooding monitors.07 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Coronial inquest into deaths in flooding will hurt - hopefully it will also help OPINION: 19 lives are thought to have been lost in the immediate and long-term aftermath.07 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldA family of six was swept away. Now relatives wait and hopeThe survivor was pulled 25km down the river for six hours, through three dams.07 Jul 02:04 AM
New ZealandControversial plan for future of Takapuna Golf Course confirmedAuckland Council officials say its plan is very similar to what the golf club now wants. 07 Jul 12:49 AM
WorldHow a heroic camp director risked it all to save campers in Texas floodCamp directors Dick Eastland and Jane Ragsdale died trying to save others.07 Jul 12:11 AM
New ZealandCommunity rallies after worst Motueka deluge in 150 yearsLocals 'turned out and dug deep', raising funds to support neighbours.06 Jul 07:21 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionCraig Mcilroy: Balancing flood resilience with community recreationOPINION: The project plans to expand flood storage to 550 million litres.06 Jul 05:00 PM
WorldGirls aged 8 and 9 among at least 27 people killed in Texas flash floodingDozens remain unaccounted for after the Guadalupe River rose nearly 8 metres in minutes. 05 Jul 07:39 PM
WorldTexas flash flood death toll rises to 24Rescue teams scramblin to locate stranded residents in region northwest of San Antonio.05 Jul 03:26 AM
New Zealand650 properties assessed after damaging floods in Nelson and TasmanA number of homes in Nelson, Tasman and Marlborough are now uninhabitable.04 Jul 11:19 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Avalanche': Home owner of 30 years says his 300% insurance hike in five years is bad sign for NZ'I feel embarrassed – you have this sense of loyalty. But there is no loyalty.'03 Jul 06:00 PM
New ZealandHeavy rain warnings extended as front sits over central North Island Rain started falling at the top of the country before dawn. 03 Jul 09:22 AM
New ZealandDrivers battle surface flooding in Ōkato, TaranakiHeavy rain has produced surface flooding in the Taranaki town of Ōkato.Watch03 Jul 04:36 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandAsterisks, footnotes and claims of 'weasel words': Inside the battle for region's housing futureThe plan is years in the making, but now it's reached a cross-council 'standoff'.02 Jul 07:00 AM
New Zealand'It's a mess': Auckland roadworks chaos to last another two yearsRoadworks on Paerata Rd in Pukekohe will now finish in February 2026.02 Jul 06:02 AM
New ZealandMotueka prepares for floodsThe Motueka ITM team took the initiative to fill sandbags in preparation for wet weather and potential flooding from tomorrow. Video / George HeardWatch02 Jul 03:50 AM
PremiumPremiumWorldDrone rescues stranded man during flood in ChinaNew York Times: The drone, typically for spraying, lifted the man from a roof to safety.02 Jul 01:08 AM
New Zealand'Apprehensive': Fears as fresh deluge forecast for storm-hit southSaturated ground in flood-affected Tasman 'just can't take anymore', says deputy mayor.01 Jul 08:53 PM
New Zealand'Hysterics': Pet dog Shiva swept into drains during flooding found safe 24 hours laterThe pet dog was sucked into the drainage system during the weekend's heavy rain event.01 Jul 04:00 AM
Herald NOWFamily forced to watch as flooding Motueka River swept away everything they ownBlue Malosso tells Ryan Bridge her family has lost everything they own after the Motueka River burst its banks last week.Watch30 Jun 07:23 PM
New ZealandYoung family watches in horror as floodwaters sweep homeRising floodwaters near Motueka swept away the family's tiny home and stole everything they had within a matter of seconds, including their children’s teddies.Watch30 Jun 04:49 AM
New ZealandWeather warnings under scrutiny: Inquest into Auckland flood fatalitiesCoroner Erin Woolley will assess the timeliness of warnings and emergency responses.30 Jun 04:43 AM
Wellington'Spewing water': Burst pipe floods Wellington CBD, business manager claims leak started 8 weeks agoEmergency services are in the street flooded with murky brown water.30 Jun 04:31 AM
New ZealandBurst pipe floods Wellington CBD streetVideos show fire crews carrying a person through the water and scooter rider driving through flooded street.Watch30 Jun 04:13 AM
New Zealand‘Big character’: Community mourns farmer killed by tree in South Island floodsLines' family have been growing hops in the region for about 170 years.29 Jun 05:05 AM
New Zealand'Substantial' damage: Flood recovery efforts ramp up in Nelson-TasmanResidents are urged to remain cautious after weekend flooding in Nelson-Tasman.29 Jun 04:12 AM
Sport'So important': Ryan Fox backs proposal to retain Auckland golf clubRyan Fox says the loss of the course would 'significantly damage' recreational golf.28 Jun 08:49 PM
New ZealandPair spend two hours on top of vehicle in rising floodwatersThe men were winched to safety from the bonnet of their car. 28 Jun 08:35 PM
