New ZealandClean-up under way after record-breaking deluge hits West CoastOfficials to assess damage across the region caused by yesterday's heavy rainfall.09 Nov 06:22 PM
New Zealand‘Wettest day since 1979’: State of emergency for Westland as flooding causes evacuations, road closures, slipsPart of SH6 will stay closed all weekend due to flooding, fallen trees and slips.09 Nov 03:15 AM
WorldSpain floods: Army bolsters rescue efforts as death toll hits 217Spain reinforces efforts to recover bodies and clear debris after the tragic floods.05 Nov 08:42 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandAuckland Council starts 'deconstructing' red-stickered homes – how does it work?So far, 42 homes have been moved, recycled or demolished.03 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandThe large previously hidden chunk of NZ’s population at risk from coastal floodingFirst-of-its-kind study reveals large but hidden chunk of population facing flood risk.03 Nov 04:00 PM
WorldOver 200 dead, woman rescued from car three days after floodPrime Minister admits response not enough amid criticism of ‘too slow’ authorities.03 Nov 03:02 AM
WorldSpain deploys 10,000 more troops after historic floods kill 211Spain deploys 10,000 troops to Valencia as floods kill 211; hopes of survivors fading.02 Nov 09:04 PM
New ZealandFlash Floods in Spain and Defence Force Shortages | NZ Herald News UpdateFlash flood toll rises in Spain, NZ suicide prevention controversy, and NZDF recruitment declines.Watch31 Oct 06:35 PM
New ZealandPākōwhai Memorial Hall restored for $300k – only to find out it may have to moveThe cyclone-battered community hall may now have to make way for flood protection.22 Oct 02:56 AM
New Zealand'Devastated': Mum and three daughters living out of suitcase after floodsKrystal Brens' home was severely damaged due to flooding and slips.15 Oct 12:56 AM
New Zealand'No safer than we were 18 months ago': Emergency reforms can't come soon enough for Hawke's BayWairoa Mayor Craig Little is calling for urgency from the Government in its overhaul.13 Oct 10:08 PM
PoliticsEmergency management roadmap due early next yearThe roadmap will precede new emergency management legislation.09 Oct 04:30 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Govt incoherent on climate change; Tech giants orchestrate 'heist of the century'OPINION: 'Who thinks digging more coal out of the ground and burning it is going to help?'08 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandCouncil urged to fix drains after Dunedin homes flood againWater-affected residents fear future insurance costs.07 Oct 08:13 PM
New ZealandPM sidesteps questions on declined Dunedin flood risk mitigation planLuxon says he was unaware of a government-declined plan to reduce risk to residents.07 Oct 04:17 AM
New ZealandFocus Live: Christopher Luxon speaks to mediaChristopher Luxon speaks to the media from DunedinWatch06 Oct 11:11 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Otago floods a sign of things to comeOPINION: Dunedin locals showed the power of resilience and compassion.06 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandFirst look at landslide-damaged Dunedin home after floodingA South Dunedin family has seen the aftermath of a landslide that demolished parts of their home following flooding in the Otago region. Video / TVNZWatch06 Oct 05:35 AM
New ZealandOtago flooding: State of emergency lifted in Dunedin, Clutha DistrictMany roads remain closed in flooded parts of Otago.06 Oct 03:10 AM
New Zealand'You can't stop the water': Families return to flooded homes in DunedinAs the flood waters recede, the clean up begins.05 Oct 05:19 AM
New ZealandDunedin flooding: Nine properties ‘red-stickered’ amid slip damageFlooding, slips and rain have damaged properties around the city.05 Oct 02:46 AM
LifestyleDad treks for 5 hours on flooded roads to get to daughter’s wedding‘I just kept putting one foot in front of the other,’ says David Jones.05 Oct 02:37 AM
New ZealandWatch: Dunedin family tells of lucky escape as landslide destroys their property'Wall of mud' takes out garage and several vehicles.05 Oct 12:15 AM
New ZealandOtago residents' lucky escape as massive slip takes out garageDevastated Otago residents Fiona Cadogan and Chad Ralston return home after the recent flooding to witness the destruction caused by the weather. Video / NZ HeraldWatch04 Oct 11:33 PM
New ZealandDunedin remains under State of Emergency, residents asked to stay off roadsHouses were flooded and residents forced to evacuate.04 Oct 10:30 PM
New ZealandOtago flooding: How to clean your home after a delugeHundreds of Dunedin residents will soon return to water-damaged homes.04 Oct 09:29 PM
New ZealandDunedin flood payments: How much you can get - and what it will coverPayments are available to anyone affected by flooding in the Dunedin City Council area.04 Oct 04:00 PM
New Zealand'My clients were very hungry': Frustration over motorists ignoring warnings after bus stuck in Otago floodCrews had to rescue a 13-seater bus stranded in flood water near Clutha.04 Oct 05:18 AM
New Zealand'Scary night': Dunedin residents say flood like nothing they've seen before'Devastating' and 'chaotic' are how people are describing the situation today.04 Oct 04:15 AM
New ZealandIn pictures: Dunedin streets underwater as state of local emergency declaredMetService says Dunedin is still to get the worst of the weather this afternoon.04 Oct 03:16 AM
New Zealand'Wettest day in a century': How does Dunedin match up with other weather events?Dunedin's 'wettest day in a century' – but how does it compare with other flooding events?04 Oct 03:13 AM
New ZealandOtago flooding: Concern overnight for river levels, Dunedin highways closed, NZDF brought inDunedin and surrounding areas are enduring a once-in-a-century weather event.04 Oct 02:40 AM
New ZealandResident battles rising floodwaters in DunedinMore than 80 people were forced to flee their homes overnight and Fire and Emergency responded to 34 flood-related callouts overnight. Video / NZ HeraldWatch04 Oct 02:40 AM
LiveNew ZealandDunedin cut off: Floodwaters close state highways, second rain 'peak' later today, Clutha declares state of emergencyOfficials hoping for breaks in the weather to help ease surface flooding.04 Oct 12:45 AM
