Talanoa'It was like a shotgun blast directly into the sky' - NIWA marine geologistThe Hunga-Tonga Hunga-Ha'apai volcano is the largest eruption ever recorded on Earth.21 Nov 12:56 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandDrying out? The regions forecasters will be watching this summerEven after our wettest winter, dryness is looking likely for many regions this summer.29 Oct 10:20 PM
New ZealandExperts warn Kiwis to take extra care in the sun as UV levels riseA UV index of three is enough to cause skin damage, we are already at eight, Niwa warns.20 Oct 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandExplained: The 'summer switch' about to bring warm days to NZAfter a chilly start, the back-half of October marks a slide into summery temperatures.16 Oct 12:37 AM
New ZealandSevere marine heatwave looming: The alarming trends for NZ's marine lifeA major new stocktake reveals more alarming trends for NZ's under-pressure marine estate.12 Oct 09:45 PM
New Zealand'Hypothermia risk': Temperatures to plunge below freezing in Antarctic blastSpring is set to take a back seat this week, as a wintry blast arrives over the country.03 Oct 10:43 PM
New Zealand'Treated like a criminal': Sacked cook did nothing wrong says judgeNiwa accepts the court's decision and hopes former ship's cook can now 'move forward'.30 Sep 05:21 PM
New ZealandHeavy rain, thunderstorms, hail and strong wind warnings on the forecastShowers, heavy rain, thunderstorms and hail are all on the weather forecast today.11 Sep 07:50 PM
New ZealandWeather: Lingering winter to bring rain this weekend"Changeable weather is typical of spring," says the Metservice.08 Sep 01:49 AM
New Zealand'Unbelievable' wild weather - more homes evacuated overnightHundreds of people have been displaced from their homes due to slips and flooding.20 Aug 05:40 AM
New ZealandNiwa weather outlook for July warns of flooding risk for school holidaysTemperatures are likely to be warmer than average across all regions.30 Jun 09:26 AM
New ZealandThe explosive reason behind NZ's spectacular winter sunsetsNoticed some spectacular sunrises and sunsets lately? Forecasters have an odd explanation.15 Jun 12:36 AM
New ZealandTornado rips through home; risk of more as wild weather lashes NZ"It lasted 30 seconds but that 30 seconds was absolutely terrifying to say the least."11 Jun 06:08 AM
New Zealand'Four days of unstable weather': Electrical storms, gales, snow to sea levelForecasters expect the storm to linger to the middle of next week.10 Jun 02:40 AM
TalanoaDeadly Tongan volcano unlikely to erupt in near futureThe eruption last year generated forces 500 times bigger than the Hiroshima atomic bomb.23 May 08:50 PM
New ZealandBlustery Sunday: Strong wind watches, road, snowfall warnings for parts of NZSouthwest winds are bringing severe gales to parts of the North and South Islands.21 May 09:54 PM
New ZealandThe big stink: Anger grows as nauseating stench hangs over city"It hits you right in the face."15 May 02:03 AM
New ZealandExplained: The far-off phenomenon tipped to dampen NZ's winterClimate phenomenon unfolding far away in the Indian Ocean may spell a soggy end to winter.11 May 05:23 AM
New ZealandWarmer than average temperatures predicted ahead of winterNiwa's seasonal outlook shows conditions are most likely to be warmer than average.30 Apr 04:58 AM
New ZealandSpecial report: The tragic trend making ghosts of our glaciersOur snowlines are rising at 'a screaming pace'. Just what does Aotearoa stand to lose?18 Apr 03:00 AM
New ZealandRed alert issued as ex-cyclone Fili tracks towards East CoastTropical Cyclone Fili is tracking further east of New Zealand, the latest models show.11 Apr 11:36 PM
New Zealand'Makes them feel safer': Schoolkids using CO2 monitors to fight Covid, learn scienceExperts say keeping rooms well ventilated is one of the best ways to lower Covid risk.08 Apr 03:53 AM
New Zealand'Skeletal': Alarming damage to NZ glaciers after unusually hot summerThe extreme summer heat took a toll on the South Islands glaciers.27 Mar 09:45 PM
New Zealand'We haven't had time to breathe': Gisborne mayor dissects week that's beenRehette Stoltz says council staff are working around the clock to address the fallout.25 Mar 03:56 AM
New ZealandHawke's Bay storm: SH2 reopens, heavy rain warning tonightWaka Kotahi urges people to drive with care with further heavy rain expected overnight.25 Mar 02:56 AM
New ZealandGisborne highway reopening briefly ahead of further rain tonight'There are large areas of flooding, slips, washouts and other hazards along the route.'23 Mar 02:39 AM
New ZealandWatch: Wild winds hit; warnings of heavy rain, tornados; motorists urged to check conditionsForecasters expect to see dramatic weather in the top half of the North Island.20 Mar 06:26 AM
New ZealandRainmaker set to strike North Island: Warning of strong winds, downpours, thunderstormsHeavy rain warnings and watches are in place for the upper North Island.20 Mar 12:22 AM
New ZealandAutumn outlook: NZ to get 'one last taste' of summerThe country's slide into the cooler months to be preceded by a bout of beautiful weather.28 Feb 11:58 PM
New ZealandStorm warning: Severe cyclone winds, heavy rain set to strike North Island, Auckland Harbour Bridge faces closureCyclone Dovi is to close roads and bring damage as emergency teams on standby.12 Feb 08:49 AM
New ZealandHot humid weather here for days: Remnants of cyclone set to impact NZThe muggy weather won't peak until Saturday.09 Feb 05:33 PM
New Zealand'Heartbroken': Upset as Westport evacuates again; Worst rain still to comeEvacuations underway as mayor warns locals they could be away for up to three days.04 Feb 01:00 AM
New ZealandTropical weather system to dampen near-record hot start to 2022 - NiwaExperts say we have had a near-record warm summer, but they warn a wet February.31 Jan 03:06 AM
New Zealand5000 Samsung air purifiers ordered for New Zealand schoolsExperts have been calling for air cleaners to help remove virus particles from classrooms.24 Jan 08:41 PM
