World‘Move before dark’: Fiji police urge action as floods hitResidents have been advised to move to higher ground as heavy rain continues.25 Dec 06:23 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandNapier’s new flood maps could lead to more homes built on piles, says architectArchitect expert says Napier's flood maps will likely make homes on piles popular.10 Dec 05:00 PM
New ZealandNapier deluge causes flooding to shop displayWater leaking into Max Napier clothing store on Monday night amid heavy rainfall. Video / Bryony RobinsonWatch09 Dec 10:07 PM
New ZealandMan suffers electric shock during alleged copper theft at flood-affected homePolice vowed 'he will be held to account for his actions'.09 Dec 12:29 AM
WorldLandslides in eastern Uganda kill 15, 113 missing in disasterFive villages affected after nation deluged by heavy rain.28 Nov 09:45 PM
OpinionDavid Colville: Emotive arguments shouldn’t stop 600 much-needed homes being built in NapierOPINION: Regional Council’s decision not to support Riverbend homes not based on evidence.28 Nov 05:00 PM
New ZealandThe 50-metre channel: Will council's Wairoa River trial prevent flooding?The 50m overflow channel in the Wairoa River bar aims to improve flood management.21 Nov 11:14 PM
New ZealandNeil Kirton: Hawke's Bay councils 'gamble' on urban developmentOPINION: Napier's vote is 'akin to a high-stakes game of poker'.21 Nov 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionEditorial: Time running out for properties at risk from climate-driven floodingOPINION: Who pays if we have to retreat inland - homeowners, councils or the Government?16 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandPōrangahau village out of limbo but questions remain over stopbank planFlood protection measures have been announced for Pōrangahau – but questions remain.14 Nov 03:49 AM
New ZealandSeventy firefighters battled a large blaze at a Kumeū battery recycling facility last night.Seventy firefighters from across Auckland battled a large blaze at a battery recycling facility in Kumeū, north of the city, last night. Video / NZ HeraldWatch13 Nov 03:23 PM
New Zealand'We don’t want our land to go': Whānau in path of planned Wairoa floodway feel 'threatened''I wouldn't like it if it was my land either,' Lawrence Yule says.11 Nov 02:48 AM
World‘Murderers!’: Protesters demand resignations after deadly Valencia floodsLocal people are furious about the lack of warning.10 Nov 11:06 PM
New ZealandOver 100 schools threatened by coastal flooding in NZHundreds of schools are at risk of floods now and in decades to come.10 Nov 11:03 PM
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
