'I’m just stunned': Council concerned residents don’t know where to go in tsunami alert
Many submissions mentioned 2021 tsunami alert that resulted in jammed streets.
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National power grid emergency further extended
The coldest spot this morning was in the central North Island.
Space storm upgraded to 'extreme' as Transpower extends 'grid emergency' notice again
'Our control rooms are monitoring the event' – grid operator.
ANZ, BNZ bosses in no hurry to follow Reserve Bank’s advice on insurability of property
The Reserve Bank believes more risk-based pricing could improve financial stability.
Mayor Wayne Brown bins long-term lease for Port of Auckland, sticks with status quo
The Auckland Mayor earlier warned that the 'manure hits the fan' if nothing changed.
Hundreds rescued from flooding in Texas as waters keep rising
High waters flooded neighbourhoods around Houston following heavy rains.
RBNZ wants banks to be more careful issuing mortgages
The bank is wary of banks issuing loans against properties that become hard to insure.
Wide devastation left by a deadly tornado killing five
The tornado injured 33 people and knocked out power in the area.
'So lucky to survive': Car owner shares story behind memorable cyclone photograph
The powerful image ran on the front of Hawke's Bay Today and the Herald after the flood.
After spending $700k-plus on pins for Covid-19 workers, department now cutting costs
Some 80,000 frontline pandemic workers were given the pins.
Opinion: Devastating blow for apartment owners hidden in Govt announcement
Earthquake-prone apartment owners had every right to rely on a now-cancelled loan scheme.
Protected Norfolk Island Pine was felled for more development
The man 'was aware that the removal of the tree would yield more developable land'.
Christchurch’s new Catholic cathedral to be built on same site as last one
The original Cathedral of the Blessed Sacrament was demolished in 2020 after quake damage.
Knowledge of environment helps tackle climate change, says maramataka expert
Te Tai Tōkerau Community Resilience Action Plan is to be adapted throughout the region.
Indonesians leave homes near erupting volcano and airport closes due to ash danger
Mount Ruang on the northern side of Sulawesi Island has had at least five large eruptions.
Communication patchy, skilled volunteers turned away in Gabrielle's aftermath
'There’s got to be a better way'.
Tsunami fears after 'monstrous' volcanic eruption, thousands flee
Eruptions at Ruang mountain sent ash thousands of feet high.
Government extends earthquake-strengthening deadlines by four years
Apartment owners have faced sleepless nights and losing their homes over 'unfair' rules.
Joseph Ahuriri mystery: ‘Disappointing’ end to HB beach search
'I want to acknowledge the resilience of his family,'
Marlborough residents told to evacuate, high winds close Sky Tower eateries, flights cancelled
Restrictions are likely as the Auckland Harbour Bridge gets battered by wind.
West Coast residents without power as rivers rise, fresh warnings for North Island
There are rain and wind alerts for Tasman, Taranaki and Wellington.
End of highway bend known as 'Devil's Elbow' on table as NZTA considers new bridge
Hawke's Bay's iconic and cyclone-smashed hairpin bend could be cut across by a bridge.
'Atmospheric river' may bring more than a month's rain in three days
MetService issues a raft of new weather watches and warnings ahead of a big rain-maker.
Hundreds still stranded three days after Taiwan earthquake
At least 12 people were killed by the magnitude 7.4 earthquake, and 10 others are missing
'Strange and surreal': Kiwi caught in New York earthquake says it 'reminds you of home'
The Statue of Liberty was seen swaying and planes were grounded.
Search on for family of five feared trapped following Taiwan earthquake
Family feared trapped in a rockslide following Taiwan's biggest earthquake in 25 years.
Focus: Recapping the woeful history of bridge disasters
In the wake of the Baltimore Bridge collapse we take a look back at similar disasters. Video / AP / Gettyimages / NZHerald
Cyclone review: Hawke's Bay Civil Defence staff told those concerned about flooding they were 'over-reacting'
The cyclone's speed 'quite simply overwhelmed the officials involved in the response'.
'Finally': Owners of homes hit by landslide from reserve may get buyout offer
'If [the council’s] reserve hadn’t fallen down on our house, we’d be happy as Larry.'
Lotto cyclone cash: Millions from special draw made available
After a long wait, the Cyclone Gabrielle Appeal Trust fund is open for applications.
Iceland hit with fourth volcanic eruption in three months
Lava from a volcanic eruption in Iceland is flowing towards the town of Grindavik.
Iceland's fourth eruption
Lava from a volcanic eruption in Iceland is flowing toward defenses around the town of Grindavik, the country's fourth volcanic eruption in three months.
NZ Herald investigation: Why insurance may not save your home
With severe weather events on the increase, homeowners may not be covered by insurance.