New ZealandWet weeks ahead: Why two systems thousands of kilometres from NZ are causing a month of rainNiwa forecasts a wetter than normal month but drier conditions in October.16 Sep 05:00 AM
New Zealand'Rounds of heavy rain': Spring starts with gusty winds, snow, chilly temperatures'We are expecting areas in the North Island to be frosty.'01 Sep 07:00 PM
New Zealand'Severe wind gusts': Wild winds sweep Akl, hit trees, bring traffic chaos to Harbour BridgeMetService has issued an orange strong wind warning for Auckland.31 Aug 04:55 AM
New ZealandSub-zero temperatures as cold snap grips NZ - but La Niña's possible return looms03 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandFog disrupts 43 flights at Auckland Airport, severe storms to followMore thunderstorms are forecast for the top of the North Island today.09 Jun 07:33 PM
New ZealandThunderstorm warnings across top half of North Island as heavy rain lashes AklWarnings of localised flooding, severe gales, waves reaching 6.5 metres and snow.04 Jun 09:07 AM
New ZealandWarm, wet weather to hit NZ before cold snap brings freezing tempsMetService has issued heavy rain watches for parts of the South Island.02 Jun 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Not running the heater as often': Warmer, wetter winter season forecast for NZNiwa predicts the top half of the North Island will receive most of the warm weather.02 Jun 05:00 AM
New Zealand'Active weather coming': Heavy rain, wind forecast to sweep back across NZToday will offer a brief sunny and calm respite in a wild few days of weather.26 May 07:00 PM
PoliticsGovt appoints leaders for new research institutes in major overhaulBarry Harris will lead the Bioeconomy Science Institute after the merger.14 May 04:34 AM
New ZealandRecord rainfall for parts of Northland in sodden AprilWet wet wet! April was one of Northland's wettest on record.07 May 06:00 PM
New ZealandCook Strait ferry services cancelled as wintry weather brings large swells, snow and stormsFerry services are cancelled for Cook Strait due to 7m swells.29 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandSevere thunder, rain for top of North Island as winter blast hits southTemps in parts down to single digits. Auckland is in line for rain tonight. 29 Apr 01:53 AM
New Zealand'Thunderstorms possible': Auckland faces threat of heavy rain as students return to school A heavy rain watch is in place for Auckland and Great Barrier Island until 9am.27 Apr 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Another wet weekend': Auckland, Northland brace for 'potentially severe' weatherWarm, humid air from the tropics shows potential for heavy falls. 24 Apr 07:00 AM
New Zealand'Threat multiplier': What is fuelling ex-tropical Cyclone Tam?Maritime NZ says some of the winds forecast are the strongest since 2017.16 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandHeavy rain, 100km/h winds: Severe storm approaching NZ upgraded to Tropical Cyclone Tam'It will bring significant weather to the upper North Island late Wednesday to Thursday.'15 Apr 07:35 AM
New ZealandPair rescued from Nelson flood waters in day of wild weatherHeavy rain has slammed the country.03 Apr 11:46 PM
New ZealandUpper North Island braces for overnight downpours before Friday rush hour chaosAucklanders may be in for a long commute to work tomorrow morning, with heavy rain tipped.03 Apr 04:35 AM
New ZealandGovt allows Chinese ship to undertake research in NZ watersResearchers from eight countries, including NZ, joined the 56-day expedition.02 Apr 02:52 AM
New ZealandWhy this week’s rain won’t be enough to end NZ droughtAuckland can expect warm nights with lows around 18C this week.31 Mar 08:48 PM
New Zealand'Atmospheric river': Large weather system set to strike NZA large weather system approaching from the Tasman Sea is set to strike mid-week.31 Mar 06:00 AM
Travel newsPopular day hike deceptively dangerousEaster visitors are warned not to be complacent about the Tongariro Crossing.21 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandHow NZ scientists aim to protect critically endangered leatherbacksExperts from three countries are studying leatherback turtles in Whakatāne.20 Mar 06:14 PM
New ZealandCold, rain, thunderstorms to affect much of NZSouth Island temperatures are expected to fall by at least 15C.17 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandLong delays on motorways in Auckland as storm batters NZIt comes after flights across the South Island were disrupted this morning.17 Mar 02:33 AM
New ZealandStorm disrupts flights around NZ: Heavy rain hits, temp plungeWhile South Island gets battered, North Island in for a different forecast. 16 Mar 10:42 PM
