New ZealandMotels struggle with Edgecumbe evacueesBut motel owners are worried where evacuees will go once their Easter bookings arrive07 Apr 12:50 AM
New ZealandDebbie's day of destruction and despairFlooding, evacuations and complete chaos - tropical storm Debbie brought it all to NZ.06 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandWatch NZH Local Focus: No entry to EdgecumbeMayor Tony Bonne speaks about the unfolding drama. Made with funding from NZ On Air.06 Apr 03:25 AM
New ZealandDebbie's rain of terror, it's not over yetDevastation wreaked by ex-Cyclone Debbie sends the country into cleanup mode today.05 Apr 05:00 PM
VideoWatch NZH Local Focus: Sandbags line Marton's main streetCouncil is prepared to evacuate residents if need be. Made with funding from NZ On Air.05 Apr 02:19 AM
VideoWatch NZH Local Focus: Whanganui flood predictions downgraded, evacuations still possibleResidents are urged to be prepared. Made with funding from NZ On Air. Watch04 Apr 09:33 PM
VideoWatch NZH Local Focus: Whanganui flood predictions downgraded, but evacuations still possibleResidents are bracing for more rain. Made with funding from NZ On Air.04 Apr 09:29 PM
VideoWatch NZH Local Focus: Whanganui riverside rowing club members amongst those bracing for floodingRowers have cleared lower levels of their building. Made with funding from NZ On Air.Watch04 Apr 07:02 AM
VideoWatch NZH Local Focus: Whanganui rowing club members amongst locals bracing for floodsThey've cleared the lower floors of their clubrooms. Made with funding from NZ On Air.04 Apr 06:44 AM
New ZealandGet ready for next fight, Wellington warnedWellington's being told to get ready for the next fight.31 Mar 02:37 AM
New ZealandLife experiences boost quake preparationPeople who have experienced accidents are better prepared for disaster, a new study finds.27 Mar 10:02 PM
New ZealandMeet the Rainaway BrideA helicopter pilot organised an urgent flight for his bride to reach their wedding after she was stranded by flooding.11 Mar 11:54 PM
New ZealandSevere thunderstorm watch issuedThe skies are beginning to clear after last night's storm, but the respite may be short-lived, with thunderstorms and more heavy rain forecast for later today.11 Mar 03:05 AM
New ZealandAuckland Arts Fest show cancelledTonight's session of the light show Power Plant has been cancelled as the rain and wind show no sign of easing.11 Mar 03:04 AM
New ZealandTorrential rain, floods, power cutsParts of Auckland and other North Island regions are under water and without power as torrential rain causes havoc. There's even more foul weather to come.10 Mar 06:12 PM
New ZealandThat's not orange juice, that's your waterThis week's storm chaos has seen unsettled silt at water treatment plants, sparking a city-wide call to save two buckets of water per person, per day.10 Mar 01:22 AM
New ZealandWild weather to continueNo major damage from yesterday's storm, but there's more on the way.09 Mar 05:00 PM
New ZealandBrace for another month-fall of rainRainfall levels 'off the charts' as upper North Island prepares for a second big drenching this week.09 Mar 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Worst storm in decades' cuts off townWhangamata one of worst-hit towns after most serious storm in decades strikes.08 Mar 05:00 PM
PoliticsWatch NZH Local Focus: Coromandel Mayor urges locals to stay vigilantThames & Coromandel District Mayor Sandra Goudie discusses the state of the region after wild weather hit overnight. Made with funding from NZ On Air.08 Mar 02:54 AM
New ZealandPort Hills: Non-residents not welcomeWhile cordons on the Port Hills have been relaxed, Civil Defence says non-residents are still banned from the area25 Feb 02:38 AM
New ZealandFirefighters at Port Hills for weeksFirefighting operations could continue at Port Hills for up to a month.23 Feb 10:32 PM
New ZealandFree GP visits after Port Hills firesPeople affected by fires may be entitled to free doctor visits.23 Feb 01:50 AM
New ZealandSatellite pictures show fire devastationBurned vegetation clear in satellite images of Christchurch Port Hills.22 Feb 08:29 PM
New ZealandSwimming pool helps save Port Hills housesA swimming pool - and quick thinking - helped save the Port Hills last week.22 Feb 01:43 AM
EditorialEditorial: Disasters need national responseIt may be wondered whether a country of NZ's size and population is well served by such a fragmented civil defence organisation.20 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandFire evacuees given access to homesFire cordons in Port Hills are being lifted, to give people a few hours' access to their homes.18 Feb 07:42 PM
New ZealandWeather threatens to flare up Port HillsWith temperatures expected to heat up this week, fire crews are racing against the clock to contain the Port Hills blaze and prevent any further loss.18 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandPort Hills residents get temporary accessPort Hills residents will have temporary access to their property so they can collect essential items and check on pets today.18 Feb 11:02 AM
New ZealandPublic warned against exploring Port HillsCivil Defence is reminding the public that the Port Hills fire and surrounding zones are off limits to everyone, including recreational users.18 Feb 06:16 AM
New ZealandLight rain and winds help firefighter contain fireAuthorities working to contain the Port Hills fire are being helped by drizzle, which is forecast to turn to light rain this afternoon.18 Feb 12:51 AM
New ZealandWho said 40 homes had been destroyed?Civil Defence's reports of houses destroyed by fire and evacuations over the past 24 hours have varied wildly.16 Feb 09:25 AM
New ZealandHearty roast to send off firefightersFirefighters who came to the rescue and battled the fires across the Hastings district were given a top send-off last night. About 15 Feb 07:17 PM
New ZealandBrownlee questions emergency responseCivil Defence minister questions the emergency response to the Port Hills fires, which have destroyed five houses and caused hundreds to flee.15 Feb 08:15 AM
