New ZealandExclusive details: Auckland Council, Govt to unveil $1b-plus flood buyoutBut payouts for multi-million-dollar clifftop mansions could be capped.23 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandWhere to play in Hawke’s Bay? DoC gives update on reserves ahead of summerDoC wants to get "as much as possible" open for summer 2023.21 Aug 05:31 AM
WorldDeadly floodwaters hit Mexico, California braces for first tropical storm in 84 yearsHilary is the first tropical storm to hit Southern California in 84 years.20 Aug 09:21 PM
WorldSouthern California warned of rare tropical stormExtreme flooding, mudslides and even tornadoes are expected.19 Aug 03:28 AM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Cold comfort from Greens’ healthy homes grantOPINION: Plus letters on outward migration, vaping, platitudes, billboards, and justice.15 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAmanda Singleton: Cruel mental toll of flood eventsOPINION: 'The aftermath of these extreme events leaves scars.'15 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Tragic lessons from Hawaiian infernoOPINION: Every disaster is an opportunity to learn and prepare, our editorial says.14 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandSnow closes roads, falling in Wellington hills, as temperatures plummetThe cold blast will continue to creep up the country today.09 Aug 08:07 PM
WorldUS storms: 2 dead, flights cancelled, 1.1m without powerStorms spread, with tornado watches and warnings posted across 10 states.08 Aug 03:42 AM
LiveNew ZealandStrong winds and snow: Freezing conditions sweep up NZ, closing roadsSome drivers are being advised to avoid the Auckland Harbour Bridge this morning.01 Aug 10:44 PM
New Zealand'The road has now collapsed': The residents who fear they'll be cut offAuckland Transport says the slip is still moving, hindering a fix.31 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandNorthern Hemisphere's summer of 'global boiling' - and what it means for NZThe Northern Hemisphere is sweltering through an unprecedented summer. What can NZ expect?30 Jul 01:27 AM
New ZealandNiwa outlook: El Nino brings welcome change to wet winterAfter a wet start to 2023, NZ's north can expect a welcome shift to drier conditions.28 Jul 12:31 AM
New ZealandBeleaguered Eskdale brewery bounces back from GabrielleThe embattled brewery's core range is back in stock.21 Jul 12:47 AM
WorldTornado damage to Pfizer plant may create drug shortagesNorth Carolina plant produces drugs that are injected or through an IV.20 Jul 10:22 PM
WorldSouth Korea storm death toll rises to 40Heavy downpours are lashing South Korea as rescue workers search for survivors.17 Jul 11:01 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'A frightened little nation': Has NZ become a bunch of wusses since Covid-19?Are we enlightened or on a 'slippery slope towards uselessness'?14 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandThree years to resolve? Nats say demand on assessors dragging out cyclone insurance claimsJust 399 of 3075 claims have been settled, with National saying Australian help is needed.11 Jul 06:00 PM
New ZealandCounting the cost of storm damage in Northland: $20m insurance payouts from one eventThe severe weather in February doused Mangawhai with nearly 400mm of rain.04 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandHawke's Bay rugby: Charity jersey a win-win for fans, cyclone victimsThe Magpies have won all three games in which charity jerseys have been worn.03 Jul 05:21 AM
TalanoaWarning of more cyclones for parts of Pacific as El Nino threatensAn El Nino event may increase extreme weather in some regions.03 Jul 01:07 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandGovernment's cyclone horticulture relief package relies on generosity of banksCyclone-hit growers fear the Government's loan scheme will put them further into debt.29 Jun 02:38 AM
WorldOne dead after multiple tornadoes in MississippiMultiple tornadoes swept through Mississippi overnight killing one.19 Jun 07:42 PM
New ZealandAuckland Council to begin talks with high-risk property owners this weekIt will take time to reach all of the thousands of storm-affected homes in Auckland.13 Jun 05:57 AM
New ZealandThe Chase's 'Dark Destroyer' makes Hawke's Bay debut for worthy causeDid reporter Mitchell Hageman beat the chaser in a head-to-head quiz?05 Jun 01:42 AM
New Zealand‘Totally brainless’: Visitors called out for thrill-seeking behaviour at Piha slip siteVisitors were photographed rock climbing.01 Jun 04:19 AM
WorldGuam typhoon: Many remain without electricityOnly 28 per cent of power had been restored on the oppressively hot and humid island.01 Jun 12:31 AM
New ZealandThe slow road to the Civil Defence reviewThe terms of reference for the Cyclone Gabrielle response review are still a month away.28 May 01:17 AM
New Zealand‘Swimming in sewage’: Stormwater conference faces ‘hard lessons’'I apologise for any recent trauma that this presentation might trigger.'25 May 06:47 PM
New ZealandEvacuated Whanganui couple hit by landslip while driving"It was just a mass coming down the hill."23 May 03:47 AM
New ZealandRangitīkei 'reasonably under control' after weekend stormMost of the roads in the region's towns have been cleaned and re-opened.23 May 02:23 AM
New ZealandNorthland leaders need more detail on amount of road repair fundingBudget 2023: Northland leader responds to "poor" roading repair package.18 May 04:17 AM
New ZealandFears East Coast mental health services will be swamped by post-cyclone traumaAdvocates warn mental health services will not be able to cope.18 May 01:31 AM
WorldAt least 700 injured as cyclone hits MyanmarCyclone Mocha floods homes and cuts communications.15 May 05:24 AM
