New ZealandHeavy rain set to pummel New Year party hotspots and festival crowdsUp to 18,000 Rhythm and Vines campers face heavy rain and gales.27 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandDecember whiteout hits parts of South Island as hailstorms strikeA severe thunderstorm watch is in place for the lower South Island this afternoon.27 Dec 03:57 AM
New ZealandNew Year’s Eve forecast: Where to find the best weather around the countryNorthern hotspots may see skies clear again late on New Year’s Eve.26 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandThunderstorms sweep country as MetService warns of flash flooding and hailPredicted downpours pose a threat of flash flooding in some areas. 26 Dec 01:10 AM
New ZealandHeavy rain, thunderstorm risk for Boxing Day shoppers as wild weather lashes both islandsA heavy rain watch is in force from 6pm for Bay of Plenty east of Whakatāne.25 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandHoliday drivers warned: Police crackdown on speeding, phone use on SH29 and beyondMost road policing and booze bus staff will be on duty during the holiday break.25 Dec 05:00 AM
New ZealandPolice and Eagle helicopter deployed to Coromandel property after Christmas Day threatPerson taken into custody after reports of threatening behaviour.25 Dec 02:44 AM
New ZealandSpike in Eastern beaches rescues as swimmers ignore flags and ripsEastern region lifeguards have already carried out 69 rescues since October 25.24 Dec 11:00 PM
New Zealand'It just came for me': Holidaymaker fights off aggressive shark with paddleWhat appeared to be the same shark was later seen in shallow water near the shore.24 Dec 10:48 PM
New Zealand'Expect delays': Five injured in SH25 truck crash as holiday traffic ramps around NZStop-go controls are currently in place near the Waihou (Thames) River bridge. 24 Dec 12:10 AM
New ZealandSunny Christmas on the way for Bay of Plenty, rain set to crash Boxing DayDaytime highs on Christmas Day should sit in the mid-20s across the region.24 Dec 12:00 AM
New ZealandMonth-long fireworks ban announced in holiday hotspots, starting nowThe moratorium covers private fireworks, but approved public New Year displays stay on.22 Dec 10:50 PM
New ZealandBody found on beach in search for missing rock fisher near Thames Local iwi have placed a rāhui on the coastline while the death is investigated.22 Dec 09:24 PM
New Zealand‘One spark’: Fireworks ban in Coromandel after scrub blazesTwo recent Coromandel scrub fires have already been linked to fireworks.22 Dec 08:32 PM
New ZealandDesperate search as person missing in water off the CoromandelA search operation is underway after two people got into difficulty this morning.21 Dec 11:32 PM
New Zealand'Terrifying': Trail cyclist, 69, attacked by dogs twice in four weeks'It just squeezed through the fence and came at me before I could do anything.'19 Dec 05:06 PM
New ZealandShane Jones orders total halt to crayfish harvesting from April next yearThe ban will run from April 1, 2026 for five years or until stocks recover.19 Dec 06:12 AM
New ZealandClandestine lab, drugs found as police hit suspected Waikato dealersAbout 16 police staff conducted search warrants in Matamata-Piako, Hauraki and Coromandel.19 Dec 03:14 AM
New ZealandHoliday traffic: Plan for delays and road changesDrivers face likely delays on SH2 and SH29, with pressure at key gateways.19 Dec 02:00 AM
New ZealandStruggle with cliffside rescue ‘tip of the iceberg’, firefighter saysThe Fire and Emergency call log records that police blocked a rescue helicopter over cost.18 Dec 07:45 PM
New Zealand'It paused the world': Spa day gives neonatal unit parents a mental resetParents can spend months in the unit and often cannot afford any pampering.18 Dec 05:00 PM
New ZealandFast-track green light for Waihī North mineThe mining project is forecast to add $5.2b in gold and silver exports over 18 years.18 Dec 03:35 AM
New ZealandGrandfather dies after incident involving commercial mower in the CoromandelThe workplace death has been referred to WorkSafe and the coroner.18 Dec 03:30 AM
New ZealandSkippers face summer safety checks on Waikato watersSkippers face fines of up to $200 for each safety rule breached on the water.17 Dec 10:38 PM
New ZealandPolice refused use of rescue chopper because they wrongly thought teenager was deadThe girl was stuck on the cliff for about four hours in the dark.17 Dec 08:15 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleSociety Insider: How the Mowbrays, Luxons and Auckland’s A-list are spending ChristmasPlus, meet the entrepreneur brothers behind Auckland’s new hospitality hotspot.17 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandSummer traffic squeeze: Key SH2 and SH25 changesA Christmas shutdown of major roadworks runs from December 19 to January 4.16 Dec 08:00 PM
New ZealandCool change sweeps in as wet, windy front spreads across the countryA sharp cool change will leave many towns stuck in the mid to high teens.16 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandYoung Comancheros couriers first to face justice over multi-million-dollar drug operationPolice say the Comancheros ring moved at least 30kg of drugs north and south.16 Dec 05:00 AM
TravelFrom surf to sauna in 2 minutes: The Pāuanui resort made for effortless weekendsFind exclusivity in the summertime playground of Pāuanui.15 Dec 10:00 PM
New ZealandThames-Coromandel moves to restricted fire seasonThe restricted season covers the entire Thames-Coromandel district.15 Dec 07:23 PM
New ZealandWaitai crowned WBA Oceania champion after thriller at BX-9 in AucklandThe win was Waitai’s fourth pro belt and could earn him a WBA top 15 ranking.15 Dec 04:00 AM
TravelGreat Barrier's modern makeover: What to know about visiting the island in 2026Aotea now offers electric dirtbikes, stargazing tours and world-class gin.13 Dec 11:00 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSimon WilsonLove this City: Papatoetoe in court, Cars on Queen St, Pink Pathway, Central InterceptorOpinion: News and views about issues facing Auckland this week. 12 Dec 04:00 PM
