New ZealandTasman rivers expected to risePeople living near rivers and streams in the Tasman District should be prepared for a rapid rise in water levels overnight, with heavier falls forecast to continue, Civil Defence says.25 May 07:31 AM
OpinionMike Joy: The dying myth of a clean, green AotearoaHas anyone noticed that "100 per cent pure New Zealand" has quietly been changed to "100 per cent pure you"?24 Apr 05:30 PM
New ZealandChristchurch flooding abatesThe Civil Defence is working to stem flooding near the Avon River mouth to the estuary in Christchurch this morning.18 Apr 11:48 PM
New ZealandBay of Plenty downpours may cause floodingHeavy rain and thunderstorms are set to batter the Bay of Plenty until tomorrow morning, Metservice warns.04 Apr 04:03 AM
New ZealandHeavy rain could cause flooding tonight and tomorrowPeople in northern and eastern areas of the North Island are being advised to take precautions as heavy rains threaten to sweep across those regions tonight and tomorrow, with a possibility of flooding in coastal and low-lying areas.21 Mar 04:44 AM
New ZealandDrowning toll rises by 46 per centThe national drowning toll for the first two months of the year rose to 35, after 15 drownings in February.16 Mar 12:21 AM
TravelCanterbury: Inspiring scenery at the foot of the alpsJill Worrall revisits a childhood haunt that has also inspired authors and film makers.17 Feb 10:00 PM
TravelFrance: Learning the joys of taking wine seriouslyGeoff Cumming was lured to France on the promise of a cruise down the Rhone through sun-drenched countryside and beautiful vineyards.09 Feb 05:00 PM
New ZealandSearchers find body in Clutha RiverPolice searching for a missing Roxburgh man have found a body in the Clutha River. 08 Feb 10:59 PM
New ZealandShark spotted in Whanganui RiverPolice are warning users of the Whanganui River to beware of a shark that has been spotted in the river.05 Feb 04:39 AM
New ZealandMan thought to have fallen into Clutha riverGrave fears are held for a man believed to have fallen into the Clutha River in central Otago this afternoon. 02 Feb 06:31 AM
WorldSpecial help for flood-stricken KiwisNZers denied funding after being caught up in the devastating Queensland floods are to be granted a special Govt payout. Many Kiwis had complained of being ineligible for an Australian govt disaster payout due to a 2001 law change.26 Jan 02:45 AM
WorldAustralia: Victorian towns in flood path still at riskA large body of water gradually moving towards the northwest Victorian city of Swan Hill has threatened small communities in its path.24 Jan 09:27 PM
New ZealandHeavy rain triggers flooding on West CoastThe West Coast's Fox River burst its banks today, forcing some residents and bach owners to evacuate, some of them carrying off possessions they wanted to save.18 Jan 05:23 AM
WorldAustralia: Floods cause evacuations in VictoriaResidents have been evacuated from their homes as torrential rain falls over western Victoria.14 Jan 02:50 AM
WorldLivestreaming: Brisbane River in floodWatch livestreaming footage of the flooded Brisbane River, due to peak at 7am New Zealand time.12 Jan 07:00 AM
WorldIt's sunny in Brisbane, so why is a wall of water coming?The cause of today's flooding in Brisbane is very different to the devastating floods in Toowoomba yesterday.12 Jan 01:49 AM
New ZealandYoung Kiwi's miracle survivalA nine-year-old Auckland boy survived going over a 20m waterfall in Queensland.04 Jan 04:30 PM
New ZealandBody found floating in Waikato RiverPolice believe they have found the body of a man who has been missing since he leaped from a bridge in Hamilton last Thursday.03 Jan 03:56 AM
