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Waikato, Ruapehu officially in drought
David Carter has declared a drought in the Waikato and Ruapehu District, saying recent rainfalls appear to have had little effect on dry pastures.
City like a sauna? Best get used to it
Muggy, sticky, humid heat - for most Aucklanders yesterday the city would have felt like being trapped in a Turkish bath.
Rain stops play...how La Nina will hit summer
Torrential rain, floods, and national embarrassment about Auckland's weather could all be in store this summer.
Mosquito weather predicted next month
Weather in the North Island is expected to remain clear and dry till the end of the month - but be prepared for a muggy summer.
Storms ease, gales in Wairarapa
A severe weather warning has been issued as heavy rain and gales are expected to hit areas across the country.
Snow falling in Waikato, Bay of Plenty
The icy southerly sweeping up the North Island has brought snow to the hills around Waikato and the Bay of Plenty and in some paddocks.
Freezing winds and snow expected across country
Another wintry blast is on its way and expected to hit NZ tomorrow.
Thousands hit by winds, power cuts
The storm was characterised by powercuts throughout the country, strong winds and even flying trampolines.