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More fog expected in Auckland today, before giving way to heavy rain
The rain is expected to drench the city for most of today.
5 underrated corners of New Zealand for a short break
NZ's most irresistible stays - and no one knows about them.
School holidays to end on stormy note; Relatively warm temperatures on way
Wed to see barrel over country before skies clear on Thur, more heavy falls on Fri.
Is it too hard to take kids campervanning in winter?
It’s July and we all need a holiday – but we don’t all have a Pacific Island budget.
Wall of moisture, 'significant' rain to douse NI in last week of school holidays
Severe weather tipped for top of north about Monday and Tuesday, showers into the week.
'An HR cop-out': Why older workers should ignore the 'you're over-qualified' line
In a tough job market, there are tips and tricks for older workers to land jobs.
Weather: Enjoy the sun while it lasts, but what's coming next week?
Clear skies, a lack of wind, and chilly mornings forecasted this week.
EV-etiquette: the do's and don'ts of how and when to charge your electric car
Ask before you plug in and don't hog the charging outlets, EV specialists say.
Chill set to continue into school holidays after Auckland’s coldest morning of 2024
Friday morning was the coldest of the year in Auckland - and the lows remain next week.
'Rug up': Forecasters warn to brace for colder conditions in coming days
'The central parts of both islands are expected to be the cooler of the lot.'
Auckland scientist’s death on Mt Ruapehu a ‘freak accident’ climbing with friends
Wednesday Davis died on Saturday after falling while climbing Mt Ruapehu.
Flood warning with waves rising to 6m to strike North Island overnight
Cook Strait ferries have been cancelled from tonight due to the swells.
Snow for Desert Rd, Interislander ferries cancelled as polar blast hits country
Rain forecast for most main centres. Auckland to hit 15C high, fall to 9C low overnight.
‘Beautiful person’: Woman who died climbing Mt Ruapehu was young Auckland uni scientist
Wednesday Davis graduated in 2022 with a Masters in Marine Science and worked at the uni.
'Use the good butter': Why Browns cafe in Remuera has a winning formula
An Auckland couple, who run three successful cafes, talk about how they fill tables.
Woman dies after Mt Ruapehu climbing accident
A group were climbing on the eastern side when the tragedy struck today.
Letters: Who's to blame for ferry failings; is NZ really a Third World country?
OPINION: 'We can at least be glad there were no tourists on board the grounded Aratere.'
Young people living in hardship resort to theft to feed siblings, charity hears
Up to 144,000 children live in hardship across New Zealand.
Thousands without power in Coromandel
An outage on the Transpower network is affecting up to 27,000 people.
'Men would stare at my boobs': Who's having cosmetic work done - and what it costs
Kiwis are increasingly using cosmetic doctors to help hold back time.
Nursing graduates 'at a loss' after alleged hospital hiring 'freeze'
Health NZ denies it has stopped hiring following outrage from nursing unions.
Will wars: How to stop your loved ones fighting over your estate
Lawyers warn that fighting over a will can cause family wealth to disappear.
‘Big changes coming’: What to expect this ski season
Your go-to guide on what to expect from Aotearoa’s biggest fields this season.
Deluge for days: Slow-moving rainmaker to sweep across NZ
Forecaster says things will go downhill later this week.
How 138 dates helped tech entrepreneur find her feet in business - and life
Why looking for tall, fun and smart failed to result in the perfect match.
15 hours of non-stop rain: Heavy rain warnings in force for west of country, strong winds hit Auckland
Residents at the top of the South Island could see up to 170mm of rain.
Consultation opens on plan to change Petone’s spelling to Pito One
Proposal to correct spelling of Lower Hutt suburb open for consultation.
What can you expect from Wellington on a Plate in 2024?
The full programme for this year’s festivities has been released.
We dare you to jump into the frigid waters of Lake Taupō this winter, here's why
Taupō doesn't endure a long winter, it laughs in the face of it.
Kiss goodbye to the gym: How to stay fit while commuting to work
Kiwis who cycle or run to work to keep fit say the positives far outweigh the negatives.
Whānau Ora happy to work alongside Government after slight budget boost
Tamihere: 'We’ve proven ourselves and the Budget is an indication of that.'
Waikato multiple fatality crash investigation to take 'months'
“We do not understand why it happened,” police said.
'Grim' crash that killed five shocks Waikato community
Susan O'Regan speaks of 'unbearable pain' for families post-crash.