New ZealandHeavy rain and storms set to batter northern North IslandThunderstorms and localised downpours are expected across Northland this morning.23 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandSouthern Ocean low, subtropical 'plume of moisture': Waves of rain to lash school holidaysForecasters say low pressure in the Southern Ocean will drive rain and strong winds.22 Sep 04:18 AM
New ZealandEarly risers treated to dazzling solar eclipse over NZ skiesMetService shared satellite images showing the eclipse shadow from space.22 Sep 12:20 AM
New Zealand'Absolutely nuts': Hailstorm hits ahead of school holiday 'atmospheric river' 19 Sep 06:00 AM
New Zealand'Avoidable tragedy': Friends going to Rhythm & Vines killed, hit by car while fighting on dark road 17 Sep 07:00 PM
New ZealandLate-night knocks, toe tugging and power tools: Tribunal slams landlord's conduct17 Sep 08:00 AM
New ZealandWet weeks ahead: Why two systems thousands of kilometres from NZ are causing a month of rain16 Sep 05:00 AM
New ZealandPerson found dead near vehicle six hours after crash - police seek info on two carsPolice are seeking witnesses who saw two vehicles travelling together.15 Sep 12:55 AM
BusinessBay of Plenty tops with bumper kiwifruit season as Auckland shows signs of economic turnaroundThe June quarter was marked by 'chilly' economic conditions.14 Sep 11:14 PM
New ZealandSuspicious fire at Auckland barbershop, police investigatingFirefighters responded to the blaze just after 3am. 14 Sep 09:22 PM
New ZealandSevere winds and thunderstorms set to batter parts of NZ this weekendMetService warns gusts could reach 110km/h alongside heavy rain.12 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandPolice consider legal action over leaked Tom Phillips audioCommissioner Richard Chambers says the audio release may breach the law.11 Sep 06:16 AM
New ZealandHow did Tom Phillips evade capture for nearly 4 years?Police say Phillips may have had help securing firearms and transport.09 Sep 06:00 AM
New ZealandNZ's newest millionaires celebrate Lotto win with KFC lunchThe couple has plenty of ideas about where the money would be best put. 09 Sep 02:19 AM
New ZealandWet and windy weather forecast to move up the country this weekNorthland will likely get prolonged periods of showers and rain later in the week. 08 Sep 05:00 PM
New Zealand 'Barely able to lift his head': Pair prosecuted after dogs found severely neglectedEvidence suggested the neglect had occurred over 2-6 months. 08 Sep 12:09 AM
New ZealandNZ's newest millionaire yet to claim prize from last night's Lotto drawThe $1 million winning ticket was sold at a Four Square supermarket.06 Sep 11:11 PM
New ZealandTeens arrested after $12k of tobacco products stolen in suitcaseThe products were taken from a Titahi Bay store.06 Sep 10:15 PM
New Zealand11 people rescued after getting trapped in Hamilton casino liftFire and Emergency rescued those stuck in the lift just before midnight. 06 Sep 08:20 PM
New ZealandLotto Powerball: Are you New Zealand’s latest overnight millionaire?The numbers are in - have you got a winning Lotto ticket?06 Sep 08:32 AM
New ZealandLightning strikes Wellington flats as SH2 reopens after fierce stormState Highway 2 is closed due to severe winds in Wellington tonight.05 Sep 11:23 AM
New ZealandSevere weather warnings as thunderstorms, strong winds hit South IslandStrong northwest winds and heavy rain will affect the Canterbury High Country.04 Sep 05:00 AM
New Zealand'Sleepless nights for days': Newest Lotto multimillionaires' bedtime surprise'We were about to go to sleep, but I suddenly had this feeling that I had to check it.'03 Sep 11:30 PM
New ZealandThe lure of smalltown NZ: What I learned after an epic 3000km road trip across NZThe Mood of NZ: The results of our unofficial road trip poll over past two weeks.03 Sep 09:07 PM
New ZealandAurora Australis may be visible as far north as Auckland tonightA coronal mass ejection is expected to reach Earth’s magnetic field today.02 Sep 04:11 AM
BusinessPopular cafe's $1.5m tax bill but it could be set to have a new chapter Cafe Cuba closed its doors in August, owing creditors more than $1.6m.01 Sep 11:22 PM
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 Zealand'That was a goody': Two earthquakes rattle Wellington, South IslandA magnitude 4.8 quake struck the top of the South Island and a 3.1 shook Canterbury.30 Aug 06:55 PM
New ZealandWild weather: Akl Harbour Bridge likely to close tomorrow during strong wind gustsExpect gusty winds and showers across the country tomorrow.30 Aug 07:30 AM
