New ZealandSevere weather eases after person dies in flood clean-up, recovery phase begins A person died in Wai-iti, south of Nelson, after being hit by a tree yesterday. 28 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandCouncil's flood response leaves resident frustratedResidents built a sandbag wall to protect homes from flooding.28 Jun 06:18 AM
New Zealand'Worst news': Person dies after being hit by tree while clearing floodwaters near NelsonThe incident happened at Wai-iti, southeast of Wakefield, this morning.28 Jun 05:11 AM
New Zealand‘Every f***ing year’: Marlborough residents survey damage to flooded townshipAn Air Force Unimog was used to evacuate 20 stranded people at Para Swamp.28 Jun 01:50 AM
New ZealandEleven homes damaged by overnight tornado as the south braces for snow dumpsIcy temperatures and inland snow are forecast for holiday spots on Sunday.27 Jun 10:05 PM
New ZealandMarlborough residents warned 'be ready to evacuate'Residents in a small Marlborough town have been warned to "be ready to evacuate" after a stopbank became unstable.Watch27 Jun 05:42 AM
New Zealand'Scaring me': Heavy rain brings flooding'My whole back section’s flooded, it’s coming up to my back door step.'27 Jun 03:18 AM
New ZealandHelicopter footage shows extent of flooding in Havelock, MarlboroughRescue helicopter crew reveals extent of flooding damage in Marlborough's Havelock area. Video / GCH AviationWatch27 Jun 12:31 AM
PremiumPremiumPropertyWhy the new $100m Pak'nSave faces unique construction challengesVast new store is to be built on a flood-prone site which operated for 50 years as a dump.26 Jun 10:52 PM
WorldFlooding in China displaces 80,000 as extreme weather worsensHeavy rain submerged a football field under three metres of water.25 Jun 05:39 AM
New Zealand'Beyond ridiculous': Neighbours almost sell 87-year-old's $800k home over $51k debtJohn Boardman faced losing his home for a body corporate debt he claims was a 'scam'14 Jun 05:21 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandHis red-zoned home didn't flood – a broken election promise could hamper his fight to returnPeople who 'haven't been able to move on' are being hurt by Govt decision, advocate says.13 Jun 06:00 PM
WorldWhy Spain's flood response failure is under a criminal probeSpain is testing how far it can go in holding officials accountable after a disaster.11 Jun 05:00 PM
New Zealand'An eerie feeling': The jetboater honoured for his daring rescues in Hawke's Bay floodsPhil Bayens rescued more than 100 people and their pets from flooded homes.07 Jun 06:00 PM
New ZealandFar North residents fear logging slash threatens roads amid bad weatherA Far North couple have fears logging slash will threaten roads as winter nears.05 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandWatch: 'It's just what we do' - Horseback hero's daring flood rescueA horse tied to a post in floodwaters would likely have drowned if not for Chase Gage.05 Jun 04:57 AM
New ZealandDaring rescue of horse tethered in floodwatersChase Gage borrowed his stepdaughter's horse to rescue a tethered horse stranded at times up to its neck in Waioweka River floodwaters. Video / Radio 1XX Newsroom; Georgina Hudson.Watch05 Jun 02:36 AM
New ZealandRising concerns: Heavy rain and wind cause road closure, river surgeHawke's Bay Regional Council warned of a water surge in the Ngaruroro River.05 Jun 02:13 AM
WorldNigeria floods leave more than 150 dead and more missingMany people are unaccounted for after floods in Mokwa, Nigeria.01 Jun 11:28 PM
WorldInside Nigeria's deadly floods: A community's struggle to find the missingFlooding in Mokwa has collapsed buildings and submerged roads.31 May 08:58 AM
New Zealand'Spiritual crisis': Pastor fined for building unconsented church, Christian group millions in debtThe church faces $80,000 in fines, has more than $2m debt, and faces calls to sack pastor.30 May 05:00 PM
BusinessAuckland Airport says regional airfield upgrade could allow for more local jet flightsExtreme weather events and possible jet upgrades influence a $147m project.29 May 01:00 AM
New ZealandHBRC unveils new flood management plan for Wairoa RiverMayor Craig Little stresses the importance of mitigating flooding risks.28 May 12:58 AM
New ZealandConfidential Auckland blueprint tackles housing intensification, flood risksThe new rules aim to protect against floods while boosting housing near transport.27 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandAuckland golf course at centre of flood plan debate as decision looms'Why would you want to save the golf course when homes and businesses are being ruined?'24 May 01:25 AM
New ZealandWhat is the future of the Takapuna Golf Course?A wetland has been planned for half of Takapuna Golf Course, doubling as a recreation space and a flood reservoir.Watch23 May 05:00 PM
WorldRecord floods claim four lives, isolate 50,000 in eastern AustraliaFloods have left people stranded in northern New South Wales.23 May 12:21 AM
WorldFloods strand 50,000 as eastern Australia battles delugeThe storms have dumped more than 4 months’ rain across parts of New South Wales in 2 days.22 May 03:51 AM
New ZealandHomeowner upset after developer fells 50yo boundary hedgeOwner says hedge was pride of her backyard. Developer says it had to come down for safety.21 May 05:00 PM
WorldNSW's relentless rain has led to record-breaking emergencyAbout 16,000 people will remain isolated by flooding until at least Thursday.21 May 08:20 AM
PremiumPremiumPropertyNorthcote's Vietnamese-built Elevation apartments near completion'It's been challenging' – Alastair Sawer, chief executive of developer TLC Modular18 May 09:00 PM
New Zealand'Insanity': Auckland villa owners told double-glazed windows violate heritage rulesOwners installed double-glazed windows without council consent. Now they have to go.16 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandThree-year flood map legal dispute ends in 'win' for landownersLandowners can override council maps with a 'simple' stormwater assessment. 09 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandFar North flood prevention scheme proves its worthFlood protection works saves Far North homes from further flooding07 May 06:00 PM
