World|UpdatedQueensland-based Kiwis react to 5.6 magnitude quakeMore than 9000 people reported feeling the tremors across Southeast Queensland.16 Aug 03:19 AM
New Zealand'Trusted faces': Push for Māori warden volunteers for future natural disasters'We can walk into spaces where other people would just be looked at with suspicion.'15 Aug 06:00 PM
WorldFloods in Kashmir kill at least 60, dozens more missingAt least 60 people died, with dozens more missing, including pilgrims.15 Aug 07:05 AM
New ZealandWhy a small tsunami is something we should be worried aboutNZ’s entire coastline was on notice after the sixth most severe quake in history.01 Aug 05:00 AM
New Zealand'Strong and unusual currents' forecast to continue overnightKiwis are being urged to 'treat the threat as real'.31 Jul 08:00 AM
New ZealandSurfer spotted at Christchurch beach despite tsunami warningA person has been spotted surfing at Scarborough Beach despite a national tsunami warning. Video / SuppliedWatch31 Jul 02:57 AM
New ZealandMark Mitchell on the tsunami threat to New Zealand following Russia's 8.8 mega quakeThe Emergency Management and Recovery Minister discusses the tsunami threat for NZ after the 8.8 magnitude earthquake off the coast of Russia.Watch31 Jul 12:44 AM
New ZealandWatch: 'Glass or three of red' – Minister misses tsunami alert after turning phone offShane Jones said he was asleep by 8.45pm after enjoying 'a great dinner' with wine. 30 Jul 11:43 PM
New Zealand'Treat the sea with quite a bit of caution': Caution urged as tsunami warnings persist in Hawke's BayNapier Port suspended operations, and ships went out to sea as the tsunami threatened.30 Jul 09:47 PM
WorldVolcano erupts after quake in Russia’s far eastKlyuchevskoy, Russia’s highest active volcano, erupted on Wednesday.30 Jul 07:43 PM
New Zealand'Like a river flood': Tsunami expert warns of heightened risk along NZ coastA tsunami advisory remains in effect after the M8.8 quake near Russia's Kamchatka coast. 30 Jul 07:41 PM
WorldRussia relieved as tsunami spares far east from major damageOfficials confirmed no casualties, praising quick evacuations and response.30 Jul 06:30 PM
WorldOverseas tsunami warnings downgraded, lifted after mega-quake off Russian coastThe magnitude 8.8 quake sparked evacuations from Hawaii to Japan.30 Jul 05:59 PM
New ZealandNZ on alert for surges as tsunami waves impact across PacificNew Zealanders are warned to stay away from the sea and shore.30 Jul 10:05 AM
WorldHawaii evacuation warning as tsunami threatensHawaii officials urge people to evacuate ahead of a possible tsunami impact. Video / AFPWatch30 Jul 06:14 AM
New ZealandNZ Civil Defence has advised that an earthquake near Russia has created tsunami activityNZ Civil Defence has advised that an earthquake near Russia has created tsunami activity. Video / Auckland Emergency ManagementWatch30 Jul 03:56 AM
WorldMega-quake off Russian coast sparks tsunami warnings across PacificTsunami warnings have been issued from Alaska down to California's entire coast.30 Jul 02:13 AM
WorldHeavy rains leave 30 dead in BeijingIntense rainstorms have pummelled swathes of northern China this week.29 Jul 01:42 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMatt Whineray: Govt can't be de facto insurer of property after weather eventsOPINION: Current ad hoc buyout policies have led to inconsistent outcomes for communities.20 Jul 06:00 PM
World'Hazardous' tsunami warnings after 7.4 magnitude quake strikes off Russia's coastThe US Geological Survey warned 'hazardous tsunami waves are possible'.20 Jul 08:55 AM
WorldTyphoon Wipha grounds flights, closes schools as Hong Kong bracesHong Kong issued a T8 warning as Typhoon Wipha approached.20 Jul 02:25 AM
World'$9b cut': Republicans back Trump's budget-slashing planMost of the cuts target aid for countries hit by disease, war and disasters.18 Jul 05:27 AM
World54 people killed in 24 hours of heavy monsoon rain in PakistanTorrential rains caused urban flooding, house collapses in Punjab province.17 Jul 11:25 PM
New Zealand'A billion-dollar question': Future of housing buyouts uncertainRecent extreme weather is prompting a rethink of housing protections.17 Jul 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Rain, wind and snow': North Island in for day of wild weatherUp to 30mm of rain fell in Auckland this morning, with gusts of 70km/h on harbour bridge.16 Jul 10:52 PM
World7.3-magnitude quake strikes off AlaskaA tsunami with a maximum height of 6.1cm was observed at Sand Point.16 Jul 09:45 PM
