New ZealandLines company workers save motorist stuck in rising Rotorua floodwatersThe eastern North Island is in the firing line on Tuesday.21 May 07:45 AM
New ZealandRain-maker: Warning severe North Island weather could cause flash floodingAn orange alert is already in place for one region, where up to 160mm could fall.20 May 02:07 AM
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New ZealandMetService Severe Weather Warning: May 17-19MetService Severe Weather Warning: May 17-19Watch19 May 04:57 AM
New ZealandHeavy rain approaches Hawke's Bay as temperatures normaliseThe MetService has issued a heavy rain watch, but there is still uncertainty.18 May 11:24 PM
New ZealandSnowy south, sunny north in weekend of weather contrasts'Choice' weather is on the way for our biggest city but there are snow warnings for south.17 May 08:06 AM
New ZealandAuckland Harbour Bridge lanes briefly closed due to high windsA swathe of severe thunderstorm warnings were in place for parts of the North Island.15 May 10:11 PM
New ZealandAlmost 1800 lightning strikes recorded as thunderstorms lash North IslandMetService has warned tornadoes are possible for parts of the North Island overnight.15 May 04:58 AM
New Zealand600 lightning strikes, hundreds without power as severe weather hits Bay of PlentyIsolated thunderstorms with possible strong wind gusts continue to affect the region.14 May 10:18 PM
New ZealandExpert believes Enchanter boat should have stayed put amid 'gnarly and confused' weatherThe Enchanter skipper continues to stand trial following the deaths of five men.14 May 06:00 AM
New Zealand'Like nothing I've ever seen': How amateur photographers chased the aurora australis across the skiesPlus: Find out if it's possible to see the aurora tonight.13 May 11:59 PM
New ZealandNational power grid emergency further extendedThe coldest spot this morning was in the central North Island.12 May 12:02 AM
New ZealandIncredible photos: Stunning aurora dazzles NZ skiesAn aurora australis graced New Zealand's skies as far as Northland this morning.11 May 08:36 AM
New ZealandSpace storm upgraded to 'extreme' as Transpower extends 'grid emergency' notice again'Our control rooms are monitoring the event' – grid operator.11 May 03:51 AM
New ZealandStunning aurora lights up NZ skiesAn aurora australis danced across Aotearoa’s skies this morning to the delight of photographers nationwide. Video / WISP MediaWatch11 May 12:22 AM
New Zealand'Just incredible': Stunning aurora lights up NZ skies – plus the best place to catch it tonightAn aurora australis graced New Zealand's skies as far as Northland this morning.10 May 11:43 PM
New Zealand'Third-world stuff': Energy minister praises chilly Kiwis' restraint amid grid crisisThe country’s grid operator issued a warning notice in advance.09 May 10:08 PM
New Zealand'Third-world stuff': Crisis meeting held ahead of grid emergency as polar blast bears downFriday promises NZ's coldest day of 2024 - and more frosty temperatures are due tonight.09 May 10:01 AM
New ZealandColdest day of 2024 so far: Kiwis wake to frosts, snow with more cold temps on wayMetService says this May has been a stark contrast to the warmer conditions last year.09 May 12:54 AM
New Zealand'Cold snap': Meteorologists confirm May temperatures lower than usualThe end of autumn is set to be cooler than usual, according to a council climate report.08 May 11:00 PM
New ZealandPower warning as chilly blast arrives was a 'trial', snow coming, frosts for AucklandAuckland temps are set to drop to 6C tonight, with tomorrow night being even cooler at 4C.08 May 10:29 AM
New ZealandTwo Waikato districts in for 'below-freezing' nightsIn some places, Thursday night will see temperatures drop to -2C.08 May 05:23 AM
New ZealandWeather hampers search efforts for missing fishermanOne man's body was located on Friday. The other remains missing.05 May 10:48 PM
New ZealandWeather: Auckland has coldest morning of 2024 so far, cool temperatures to remain into next weekMetService said Akl's Saturday temp coolest the city had been since October last year.04 May 08:32 AM
CrimeEnchanter fishing boat tragedy: Five deaths, several charges, one upcoming trialThe three-week trial starts on Monday in Whangārei. Here's what you need to know.03 May 10:00 PM
New ZealandHail, thunder, gales to pummel parts of NZFlooding is possible at the bottom of the North Island as a fierce weather system stalls.01 May 01:11 AM
New ZealandSunny start to week turns to chilly, wet beginning of MayIt's set to be a colder than average few weeks for New Zealand.28 Apr 05:24 PM
New ZealandFog warning: Weather could disrupt flights, worst of rain moves away for North IslandMore than 40 flights were affected by fog in Christchurch yesterday.20 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandWeather woes: Fog scuppers flights in south, heavy rain and thunderstorms for northFog in Chch that affected or forced cancellation of more than 40 flights has now cleared.20 Apr 01:43 AM
New ZealandFrom hot to not: Temperature plunge for Cantabrians, more rain and wind for northWorst weather has passed, but Kiwis still set for unsettled start to school holidays.12 Apr 06:51 PM
New ZealandAutumn scorcher: Hottest April night in Napier history recordedFrom low lows to high highs it has been an interesting start to autumn.12 Apr 02:57 AM
New ZealandRail bridge sagging after floodwater washes away support, KiwiRail suspends trainsPeople ordered to evacuate homes after more rain dumped around the South Island.12 Apr 12:05 AM
New ZealandHeavy rain, severe thunderstorm watches extended for east WaikatoCoromandel Peninsula residents are encouraged to work from home.11 Apr 11:05 PM
New ZealandWeather warning: Severe thunderstorms, rain and wind to hit NorthlandThe bad weather is forecast to hit around 6pm and last until 9am on Friday.11 Apr 12:29 AM