WorldDomed refuge now cauldron of misery for survivorsClose your eyes and hold your breath, and you could imagine you are in a normal sports stadium. You hear a ball bouncing and the children's cheers echoing under the cavernous dome.14 Nov 09:03 PM
WorldWellington's Filipino community plans street appeal, concertA street appeal and an open air concert are planned for next week in a bid to raise money for the typhoon stricken Philippines.14 Nov 06:58 PM
WorldDead overwhelm the livingThe rusting white truck began its grim journey shortly after 10.30am under the growing heat of a tropical sun.14 Nov 04:30 PM
New ZealandTyphoon Haiyan: The long wait for newsJune and Ben McOmish received the phone call thousands of anxious parents across the world would have wanted to hear yesterday.11 Nov 04:30 PM
WorldTyphoon leaves trail of destructionTerrified workers at one of the Philippines' major airports described how they were forced to climb out of windows to escape being killed as the strongest typhoon in history swept across their nation and claimed the lives of up to 10,000 people.10 Nov 04:30 PM
WorldDamaging storms lash Europe, OzSix people have been injured, including a woman who was struck by lightning outside her home, as wild weather lashed New South Wales yesterday.29 Oct 04:30 PM
WorldClean up begins after Europe stormNorthern Europe is cleaning up after a deadly, fierce storm tore across northern Europe, causing 500,000 homes to lose power and mass transport disruption.28 Oct 10:39 PM
New ZealandWinds disrupt flights in WellingtonStrong winds have again caused flight delays and cancellations at Wellington Airport.24 Oct 07:27 PM
New ZealandWild weather: River levels riseA state of emergency has been declared for the Whanganui district due to an increasing threat of flooding from rising rivers.15 Oct 06:26 AM
New ZealandWild winds lash AucklandWild winds are have been lashing Auckland city today, with shattered windows< lifted roofs and runaway trampolines.15 Oct 01:19 AM
New Zealand21st birthday takes back seat amid flight delaysA Tauranga man is hoping to make it home in time for his delayed 21st birthday celebration today after wild winds prevented him leaving Wellington yesterday.14 Oct 04:30 PM
New ZealandClose call for driver in stormWhen branches came through her open driver's window Emma Gates slammed on her brakes, stopped in the middle of the road and crouched under her steering wheel.08 Oct 04:30 PM
New ZealandLocal heroes save man in stormIt was a battle by everyman heroes against everything the weather and terrain could throw at them.28 Sep 11:27 PM
New ZealandMajor thunderstorm hits WellingtonA major thunder and lightning show is playing out over Wellington, reportedly causing flash flooding through the city.20 Sep 07:29 AM
New ZealandBubbles dies during stormA Christchurch wildlife park is in mourning after a much-loved ostrich died in Tuesday's storm.13 Sep 03:48 AM
New ZealandIcy grip on country easesThe wintry blast that has caused havoc around the country is easing its icy grip but forecasters warn more of the same is on the way.15 Jul 07:15 AM
New ZealandStorm disrupts school holiday travelFlights and ferries resume services in and out of Wellington, as the country copes with a cold snap that cut power to thousands.14 Jul 09:45 PM
New ZealandTrees fell as storm hammered Hawke's BayWind, not rain, proved to be the weapon of choice for the southerly storm that blasted through Hawke's Bay at the weekend.24 Jun 07:37 AM
New ZealandWeekend weather: Calm before stormA fine and mild Queen's Birthday weekend is ahead for the North Island, but forecasters say it's the calm before another southerly storm sweeps across the country.30 May 11:49 PM
New ZealandDunedin snow day costs at least $10mThe temporary freezing of Dunedin's economy in this week's snowfall "ground the city to a halt" and cost "upwards of $10 million," a commerce expert says.29 May 10:20 PM
New ZealandBlack ice warning issuedHeavy frosts expected tonight could lead to treacherous driving conditions in the morning.29 May 07:47 AM
New ZealandPolar blast: Cold chills set to easeThe bitterly cold snap that has brought snow and freezing conditions to many places is set to ease today, with warmer temperatures and clearer skies expected.28 May 09:49 PM
New ZealandTake care with gumboots, says ACCAs winter sets in Kiwis are being urged to take care with their gumboots after injury complaints were made for everything from bent fingers to strained groins.28 May 08:39 PM
New ZealandPolar blast tipped to linger todayA polar blast that closed schools, cut power, cancelled flights and mail deliveries and caused chaos on roads will continue to chill New Zealand this morning.28 May 06:40 PM
WorldObama shows his shock at tornado's destructionGrim-faced and shaking his head in shock at the scale of the destruction, Barack Obama walked through the tornado-ravaged Oklahoma City suburb of Moor.27 May 05:30 PM
WorldWe are by your side, says ObamaPresident Barack Obama vowed that the United States would stand behind Oklahoma as it struggled to fill the "empty spaces" left by the devastating tornado.22 May 05:30 PM
WorldTornado: Condolences from USNZ Pacific Partnership ForumDelegates at the USNZ Pacific Partnership Forum meeting in Washington DC have expressed sorrow at the loss of life in the Oklahoma tornado.21 May 10:40 PM