KahuIsolated Māori communities at risk of being forgotten in responseMāori communities in rural areas are being left without resources to meet their needs.18 Feb 01:32 AM
New ZealandCyclone Gabrielle: ‘Those that have power, be careful with your usage’ - Napier mayorThere was cheering and clapping in the streets of Napier as power came on yesterday.18 Feb 12:54 AM
New ZealandFlood hazard could soon be a compulsory part of LIMsFirst up is a law change to force councils to provide more info on flooding and quakes.17 Feb 11:34 PM
New ZealandAA Insurance receives thousands of weather-related claims, expects many moreThe company expects there will be a surge in claims as power and services are restored.17 Feb 10:24 PM
New ZealandLandslide risk still high in Piha and Muriwai; push to fix power, water continuesAbout 20 homes evacuated in Piha last night, and an exclusion zone remains in Muriwai.17 Feb 09:48 PM
EditorialChris HydeSaturday promised a return to normality for Hawke's Bay - but the blue sky betrays usOPINION: Instead of historic planes dancing in the blue, the sound of choppers blurs.17 Feb 09:33 PM
New ZealandFlooded Hawke’s Bay cemetery exposes graves, bones in OmahuOmahu residents are dealing with exposed graves and bones found in the debris.17 Feb 08:19 PM
New ZealandDon’t expect gold-plated roading fixes after cyclone, Kelvin Davis saysPM Chris Hipkins has promised repairs for Tairawhiti, so what about Te Tai Tokerau?17 Feb 06:59 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Cyclone Gabrielle unifies, but we must help the helpersOPINION: Letters on mystery balloons, Wayne Brown, escaped prisoners, and Three Waters.17 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandLakes, beaches reopen after cyclone closures - swimmers warned to remain vigilantPeople are urged to use beaches with lifeguards on duty and be wary of water quality.17 Feb 03:42 AM
New Zealand'Water came up quick': 12-hour ordeal trapped on house bus roof“We are lucky we had a skylight . . . that is what saved us."16 Feb 11:38 PM
New Zealand'Bright shining light': Mum who lost 2yo in flood - this tragedy has 'cost us everything'"Our children are our life. We take pride in our complete devotion to our babies."16 Feb 11:26 PM
New ZealandBeaches and lakes reopen after cyclone closures, but swimmers warned to remain vigilantPeople urged to be vigilant, and choose beaches where lifeguards are on duty.16 Feb 10:48 PM
New ZealandTemporary morgue set up at Napier Port amid fears over cyclone victimsIt is feared more people will be found dead in devastation wrought by Cyclone Gabrielle.16 Feb 09:54 PM
BusinessTower cuts earnings, dividend forecast after Auckland floods, Cyclone GabrielleTower’s solvency position remains strong, despite two weather events so early in year.16 Feb 08:56 PM
New Zealand‘Rock n Roll Craig’: Friend’s touching tribute to Muriwai firefighterCraig Stevens died after being injured in a landslide on Monday.16 Feb 06:26 PM
New ZealandStories of hope amid Hawke’s Bay cyclone ruinsAt an evacuation centre people are in tears describing their harrowing experiences.16 Feb 06:19 PM
New Zealand'My wife was praying': Six people cling to fire engine in daring Northland rescueAfter being rescued, Kaipara councillor Ash Nayyar jumped into action to help others.16 Feb 04:28 PM
New ZealandCyclone Gabrielle: Families share how they’re getting by without powerWhangārei mum making the most of showers and TV after power came back on.16 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandCyclone Gabrielle: Devastating flooding on Tangiteroria farmsFarmers are starting to clean up as floodwaters recede.16 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandCyclone Gabrielle: The biggest Hawke's Bay weather catastrophe in living memoryThree HB deaths, homes lost, bridges wrecked, no power. The effects will continue.16 Feb 07:00 AM
New ZealandTrapped Waimauku resident worried food will run out and pets will starveWaimauku resident trapped in home for five days worried food will run out.16 Feb 03:04 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandBridge no more: Army to help stranded community in flood-devastated Hawke's BayFlooding from the Mangaone River sent chest-high water through Rissington.15 Feb 11:42 PM
New ZealandCyclone Gabrielle: How you can help in the storm's aftermathKiwis can help with money, essentials, or their time.15 Feb 10:57 PM
New ZealandCyclone Gabrielle: Clean-up efforts continue in Rotorua"Things will be starting to return to normal for a lot of people in Bay of Plenty."15 Feb 07:30 PM
New ZealandCyclone Gabrielle: Why the Bay of Plenty got off lightlyThe Bay of Plenty dodged the most severe weather due to its geography.15 Feb 06:00 PM
New ZealandChild among four dead in cyclone destruction; 1442 people 'uncontactable' - 'grave fears' for some; 160,000 without powerQuarter of a million people were left without power yesterday, entire communities cut off.15 Feb 08:51 AM
New ZealandLocal Focus: RSEs evacuated safely in Fernhill49 Samoan RSEs had to abandon their belongings after camp flooded.15 Feb 04:11 AM
New Zealand'An emotional time': Far North locals rally to try to save stranded whalesOne of the whales is believed to have died - efforts to save the remaining four continue.15 Feb 03:30 AM
New ZealandDefence Force and police descend on cyclone’s devastation in Hawke's BayAir Force helicopters and Army Unimogs are being used in Hawke's Bay rescues.15 Feb 12:30 AM
New Zealand‘We burst into tears when we saw it’: Parts of Napier still being evacuatedFlooded community "all in the same boat".15 Feb 12:22 AM
New ZealandCyclone Gabrielle: Defence Force deployed in CoromandelThe region has experienced slips and land instability, compromising its road network.15 Feb 12:00 AM
New ZealandLive: Dramatic aerial photos - horse scrambles to roof; deadly cyclone floods devastate homesQuarter of a million people were left without power yesterday, entire communities cut off.14 Feb 07:25 PM
New ZealandCyclone Gabrielle: ‘Significant disaster’ sparks National State of EmergencyNorthland was the first place in New Zealand to feel the cyclone's wrath.14 Feb 04:00 PM
