New ZealandLive: Auckland Harbour Bridge closed to all traffic; Northland declares state of emergency; 11m high waves in Bay of Islands; Air NZ cancels flightsNorthland and Gisborne are also under red heavy rain warnings.12 Feb 04:34 AM
New ZealandCyclone Gabrielle: Properties damaged in Far North, state of emergency declaredCyclone Gabrielle is forecast to be one of the most serious storms to hit NZ this century.12 Feb 04:27 AM
New ZealandCyclone Gabrielle: State of emergency declared in NorthlandA precautionary state of emergency has been declared for Northland for seven days.12 Feb 03:45 AM
New ZealandCyclone: Tree topples over onto Mangawhai homePower lines in the area are down.11 Feb 10:26 PM
New ZealandWhat to pack in a grab bag if you need to evacuatePacking a grab bag is essential to a quick escape. What you need to know.10 Feb 08:22 PM
New ZealandGerman piano with fascinating history on display at Whangārei MuseumA German piano on display in the Whangārei Museum has an amazing history.10 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandRescue teams, army heading into region as Cyclone Gabrielle approachesEmergency preparations under way across Northland athough cyclone's track still uncertain.10 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandAhipara man killed in crash with tow truckThe man who died was a 74-year-old who lived locally.10 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandCarolyn Hansen: Factors that influence our hungerOur hunger level plays a huge role in our energy intake.10 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandJoe Bennett: Maybe it wasn’t the last straw that broke the camel’s backColumnist Joe Bennett once met a camel. He did not trust it.10 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandTobacco outlets in Northland to decrease 91 per cent under new govt plansDairy owners' group against moves to restrict tobacco sales10 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandFears communities will be cut off as roads buckle under severe weatherMotorists are urged to check Waka Kotahi Journey Planner for updates on road closures.10 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandWho’s in charge? The battle for control of the Auckland portWhen Mayor Wayne Brown told the Auckland port company what to do, the company said no.10 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandOutgoing CEO on fuel supply issues, coping with pressure and what's nextMisinformation and misconception about the entire transition process still exist.10 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandRespect the ref rugby campaign gets underwayNorthland Rugby Union starts campaign to end side line abuse of referees.10 Feb 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Prepare now': Gabrielle looms, monster-wave warning; follow cyclone's latest trackSecondary schools around Auckland considering closing campuses on Monday or Tuesday.10 Feb 11:19 AM
New ZealandCyclone Gabrielle: Where to find help and information in NorthlandCivil Defence will release details of evacuation centres as they are needed.10 Feb 03:56 AM
New ZealandPublic health warning against collecting shellfish from Kaipara HarbourThe warning extends throughout the whole of the Kaipara Harbour.10 Feb 03:24 AM
New ZealandLatest position: Live updates of Cyclone Gabrielle's trackLarge waves and a storm surge are expected to affect northern and eastern coastlines.10 Feb 01:41 AM
New ZealandCyclone Gabrielle: 10 of the worst tropical cyclones to hit NZEx-tropical cyclones have wrought havoc in NZ. Here's 10 of the worst.09 Feb 11:23 PM
New ZealandBoaties warned: Act now before Cyclone Gabrielle hitsHarbourmaster says boaties have only today, tomorrow to ensure their vessels are safe.09 Feb 10:29 PM
New ZealandCyclone Gabrielle now 'severe category 3' storm as it tracks to NZ - heavy rain watch for 71 hoursThe worst of the cyclone is expected on Monday and Tuesday in the upper North Island.09 Feb 10:03 PM
New ZealandAhipara fatal crash: Truck and 4WD collide on one-way bridgePolice were called to the crash on Roma Rd in Ahipara shortly before 10pm.09 Feb 07:24 PM
New ZealandBaby steps for days-old Northland kiwi involve sunhat and gumbootsVideo of four-day-old Northland kiwi sees bird sniff handler's hat and gumboots.09 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandWhangārei prepared for Auckland-style deluge, Mayor Cocurullo saysA lot of infrastructure work has been done toward building the city's resilience.09 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandFree legal clinic result of young Northland lawyers' passion for helping othersKeegan Jones wants to help the Tai Tokerau community in the manner he knows best.09 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandNorthland news in brief: Tamaterau work to start; and three injured in crashNews snippets from across Northland and the surrounds.09 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand‘I’m in awe of their selflessness and bravery’: Rescuers praised for preventing drowningsDrama began when two boys got into difficulty in rain-swollen Kerikeri River.09 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandWaitangi 2023 in photosUp to 15,000 people enjoyed 4 days of culture, debate, politics, pomp and whānaungatanga.09 Feb 09:34 AM
New ZealandAfter two weeks, SH1 over Brynderwyns to have both lanes openSH1 over the Brynderwyns open to traffic in both directions from Friday09 Feb 05:20 AM
New ZealandCyclone Gabrielle warnings: Auckland mayor extends state of emergencyMost models are showing Cyclone Gabrielle will directly hit New Zealand next week.09 Feb 03:06 AM
New ZealandNorthlanders warned to batten down as Cyclone Gabrielle nearsMore rain is on the way just 10 days after a State of Emergency was declared in Northland.09 Feb 02:56 AM
New ZealandCyclone Gabrielle warnings: Residents told to 'prepare for worst' - and to stock up on essentialsMost models are showing Cyclone Gabrielle will directly hit New Zealand next week.08 Feb 11:56 PM