PremiumPremiumWorldDeadly floods in Punjab devastate Pakistan’s breadbasketNew York Times: ‘We built our house with our own hands, and now it’s gone’.01 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandCommunity builds new library for flood-hit Ōmāhu School'It shows the power of collaboration and what’s possible when a community comes together.'31 Aug 06:00 PM
WorldPlan to hold back the tide with giant seawall in JavaResidents worry the wall won't arrive soon enough to prevent flooding.28 Aug 06:00 PM
New ZealandThe essential item that’s 900% more expensive than in 2000Insurance costs have risen 916% since 2000, leading price increases.26 Aug 07:32 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldThe unseen dangers of floodwatersNew York Times: Experts strongly advise avoiding floodwaters if you can.25 Aug 06:00 PM
New ZealandWidow claims emergency alert could have saved husband in 2023 floodsA coronial inquest into the record-breaking weather event is being held this week.25 Aug 03:25 AM
Herald NOWBanks overvalue flood-prone homes and RBNZ could ease bank capital requirementsBusiness with 2degrees: Banks overvalue $996m of flood-prone homes and bank capital requirements could be eased by Reserve Bank.Watch24 Aug 08:03 PM
WorldDevastating toll: Nearly 750 dead in Pakistan's relentless monsoon rainsTen died in Karachi from urban flooding, causing collapses and electrocutions.20 Aug 06:30 AM
PremiumPremiumPropertyThree achievements for Fletcher Building: Andrew Reding'It's a very patchy, volatile market' – Fletcher's Andrew Reding.20 Aug 12:43 AM
PropertyFletcher Building makes $419m loss after 'one of the most demanding years'Company sued waterproofers over NZICC but is being sued by SkyCity over the same building.19 Aug 09:19 PM
New ZealandInquest told Elton John concertgoers were ‘driving into disaster’ during Auckland Anniversary floodsA fire boss said he wanted a state of emergency, but it wasn't declared until hours later.19 Aug 07:00 PM
Personal FinanceTower does more risk-based pricing - targets properties vulnerable to slips and sea surgesAround 10% of the insurer's customers will face a median rise of $230 a year.19 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandHow solar farm rose to severe flooding challengeClever design meant electricity generation facility avoided harm in severe weather event.18 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandWairoa's fourth mayoral candidate is a flood victim wanting to stop another one'Younger people are the ones going to take over and we don’t want to leave a mess.'18 Aug 01:47 AM
New Zealand'Misinformation causing a lot of stress': The row over future of Takapuna Golf CourseGolf club wants a tunnel under the motorway and a 13m deep canal. Council and NZTA say no.17 Aug 05:00 PM
WorldFloods in Kashmir kill at least 60, dozens more missingAt least 60 people died, with dozens more missing, including pilgrims.15 Aug 07:05 AM
WorldFloods devastate Indian Kashmir mountain village, toll rises to 56It is the second major deadly flooding disaster in India this month.14 Aug 08:09 PM
WorldRelief in Juneau as wall holds against floodThere was still some water seepage and damage.13 Aug 10:54 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSimon WilsonSimon Wilson: Density fight hots up; what Auckland schools really needOPINION: Chris Bishop's housing plan faces more pushback – this time from the West.08 Aug 05:00 PM
WorldHimalayan flash floods: Over 50 missing, 4 dead in Uttarakhand disasterHeavy rains and fog are complicating rescue efforts in Uttarakhand.06 Aug 07:40 PM
WorldIndia flash flood leaves four dead, 100 missing in Himalayan townMulti-storey apartment blocks in Dharali, Uttarakhand, were swept away.05 Aug 07:14 PM
New ZealandResidents warned 111 calls could go down while communication cable fixedGolden Bay residents told to drive to nearest fire or police station if they need help.01 Aug 12:34 AM
New ZealandWatch: Floods engulf roads and properties, marae hosts stranded travellersFloodwaters cut off access between Whakatāne and Ōpōtiki.30 Jul 11:43 PM
New ZealandGisborne Herald delivery delayed due to SH2 floodingSubscribers will receive both Thursday and Friday papers on Friday.30 Jul 08:57 PM
Herald NOWNurses on 24-hour strike and bill to remove petroleum mining ban | NZ Herald News UpdateNumber of patched gang members on the rise, nurses on 24-hour strike, and orange rain warning remains in effect.Watch29 Jul 07:15 PM
WorldHeavy rains leave 30 dead in BeijingIntense rainstorms have pummelled swathes of northern China this week.29 Jul 01:42 AM
PremiumPremiumAucklandCold dread: Home 'worthless' after Auckland Council buys unit next doorJim Weir says his son's home is now 'unsaleable' after the council's flood buy-back.26 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandDouble trouble, brace for drenching – two weather systems bearing down on NZA second weather system will impact the North Island from Thursday.26 Jul 06:29 AM
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
Wellington'Peace of mind': New radar to enhance weather monitoring in NelsonIt's hoped the $5m equipment will help prepare the area for future disasters.19 Jul 12:57 AM
World54 people killed in 24 hours of heavy monsoon rain in PakistanTorrential rains caused urban flooding, house collapses in Punjab province.17 Jul 11:25 PM
New Zealand'A billion-dollar question': Future of housing buyouts uncertainRecent extreme weather is prompting a rethink of housing protections.17 Jul 05:00 PM
WorldData tool to help build resilience to extreme storms put on holdIt would have projected how climate change could affect rainfall frequency and intensity.16 Jul 10:57 PM
New ZealandThe regions most at risk from billions in future flood damagesAlmost 220,000 homes worth $180b are in flood zones.16 Jul 05:00 PM
