New ZealandAnalysis: Why chilly August might prove NZ’s first ‘below-average’ month in six yearsA 73-month climate record might be about to fall. For once, that's not a bad thing.28 Aug 12:37 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandWhat lies beneath: Scientists map the vast aquifer under Wellington HarbourHigh-tech mapping of Wellington aquifer could aid global searches for new water sources.27 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandWet and wild weekend as 'tropical moisture plume' hitsRelatively fine weather will come to an end this weekend as a new storm hits the country.16 Aug 11:49 PM
New ZealandSnow closes roads, falling in Wellington hills, as temperatures plummetThe cold blast will continue to creep up the country today.09 Aug 08:07 PM
New ZealandNZ in ‘firing line’ as scientists sound alarm over extreme Antarctica eventsExtreme events are influencing every realm in Antarctica, prompting a call for action.08 Aug 04:46 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandMarine heatwaves: Why NZ's waters are only getting warmerNZ's seas once warmed to double the global average when CO2 levels were as high as now.07 Aug 03:52 AM
New Zealand'Triple whammy': Gales, heavy rain, snow as 'blizzard-like' storm nearsMetService has issued a 'triple-whammy' of strong wind, heavy snow, heavy rain watches.31 Jul 01:36 AM
New ZealandNiwa outlook: El Nino brings welcome change to wet winterAfter a wet start to 2023, NZ's north can expect a welcome shift to drier conditions.28 Jul 12:31 AM
New ZealandGovt looking at rivalry between weather forecasting agenciesThe Government may shake up a long-running rivalry between MetService and Niwa.26 Jul 10:29 PM
New ZealandResidents urged to evacuate as rain causes havoc in Canterbury, SH1 bridge closedSeveral parts of the major Canterbury highways are closed due to slips.23 Jul 05:52 AM
New Zealand'The weather is going to go downhill': Northland and Auckland in firing lineHeavy rain to hit top of the north from Thursday evening, and there's snow down south.17 Jul 10:42 PM
New ZealandNiwa to release daily forecast for MatarikiNiwa forecasts include conditions for Matariki stargazing.10 Jul 05:35 AM
TalanoaWarning of more cyclones for parts of Pacific as El Nino threatensAn El Nino event may increase extreme weather in some regions.03 Jul 01:07 AM
New ZealandHarbour Bridge lanes reopened after closure due to high windsMuch of the North Island can expect heavy winds, after a weekend white-out in the south.03 Jul 12:28 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandWeather: What Kiwis can expect from the coming El NiñoKiwis could be feeling El Niño's influence by the end of winter. So what can we expect?22 Jun 05:01 AM
New ZealandKaikōura seabed shows ‘astonishing resilience’The 7.8 earthquake nearly 'completely wiped out' some of the ecosystems.19 Jun 08:58 PM
KahuAnchoring ban, rāhui now in place on caulerpa-infested areas in BOIMana whenua and the Government move to fight invasive seaweed.12 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandFour storeys high: The biggest waves recorded around NZ this yearA "one-in-3000 year" wave near Napier has been among the biggest recorded.04 Jun 11:58 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Fight of our lives': Climate scientist ‘optimistic and pessimistic’ about futureJames Renwick's new book delivers "future forecast" for NZ, but there's time to change it.04 Jun 04:31 AM
New ZealandWeather war: Could Niwa-MetService competition endanger the Kiwi public?The nation's weather forecasters are going toe to toe to bring Kiwis the latest updates.24 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandWaka Kotahi causing ‘mayhem' with Harbour Bridge closures, local board member saysThe bridge was closed five times on Saturday as winds gusted to 91km/h.22 May 06:26 AM
New ZealandWet wet wet: Auckland gets nearly a year’s rainfall in five monthsAuckland's rainfall totals are running nearly three times above average in a sopping 2023.22 May 04:27 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandExclusive: Weather forecast conflicts - Govt seeks advice over MetService v Niwa workMinister: 'There is always the opportunity to improve.'19 May 05:02 PM
New ZealandAnalysis: Climate disasters hurt some NZ businesses more than othersWeather disaster analysis raises need for needs-based recovery packages, not blanket ones.15 May 02:43 AM
New ZealandAuckland declares state of emergency: What it means for youAuckland's state of emergency explained.09 May 01:25 AM
New ZealandLive: Part of SH1 closed at Dome Valley, Harbour Bridge could close if wind worsensNorthland Civil Defence says Top Energy NZ and Northpower are reporting some outages.30 Apr 04:25 AM
New ZealandLive: Auckland, Northland, Coromandel brace for month's rain in two daysAuckland Mayor Wayne Brown says he has a close eye on sub-tropical storm.29 Apr 10:21 PM
New ZealandWeather warnings upgraded: Upper North Island, Bay of Plenty in firing lineHeavy downpours coming over next few days, with possible flooding; slips expected.29 Apr 09:07 AM
New Zealand'Prepare for the worst': Aucklanders warned as tropical storm approachesWind gusts are forecast to frequently approach or exceed 70km/h this weekend.28 Apr 06:50 PM
World'More powerful than a nuclear bomb': Time to rethink underwater volcanoesThe Tonga-Hunga Ha'apai eruption was 500 times more powerful than a nuclear bomb.26 Apr 10:39 PM
New ZealandThousands of state houses on flood prone land, more going upMore than 15 per cent of state housing is on flood-prone land.25 Apr 10:10 PM
New ZealandChill alert: NZ in grip of sudden wintry blast, temps plummetingBe sure to start bundling up in preparation for the cold weather.23 Apr 10:24 PM
New Zealand'Tropical disturbance' to bring another soaking to Wellington, South IslandThe worst rain should hit between Friday afternoon to Saturday morning.17 Apr 10:36 PM
New ZealandWhat caused Whanganui's wet and warm summer?In February there was nearly 100mm more rainfall than average.14 Apr 05:00 PM
