New ZealandWatch: Jet boat joyrides through swollen stream as severe weather batters parts of NZCivil Defence's flood safety advice warns people against playing in water.05 Jul 08:41 AM
New Zealand650 properties assessed after damaging floods in Nelson and TasmanA number of homes in Nelson, Tasman and Marlborough are now uninhabitable.04 Jul 11:19 PM
Crime'Ride a bike properly': Driver who left injured cyclist on the road claims he was the victimCallum Anderson drove off without checking on cyclist who was bleeding and concussed.03 Jul 10:27 PM
New ZealandThunderstorm risk for top half of the North Island, heavy rain watch for Wairoa A thunderstorm has already popped up in Taranaki, which suffered flooding yesterday.03 Jul 10:16 PM
New ZealandHeavy rain warnings extended as front sits over central North Island Rain started falling at the top of the country before dawn. 03 Jul 09:22 AM
Crime'A fictitious identity': Kiwi dad's desperate bid to see son in Aussie lands him in courtDane Moule forged passports to travel between NZ, Australia and Fiji for three years.03 Jul 05:00 AM
New ZealandWhat the putt? Why an Auckland golf course's future is sparking controversyLocals, including Ryan Fox, oppose the plan, citing recreational loss.02 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandMotueka prepares for floodsThe Motueka ITM team took the initiative to fill sandbags in preparation for wet weather and potential flooding from tomorrow. Video / George HeardWatch02 Jul 03:50 AM
New Zealand'Apprehensive': Fears as fresh deluge forecast for storm-hit southSaturated ground in flood-affected Tasman 'just can't take anymore', says deputy mayor.01 Jul 08:53 PM
New ZealandWarmer, wetter months ahead as tropical weather patterns impact NZ'While cold snaps and frost will occur, they are expected to be less frequent than usual.'01 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandAtmospheric river to swamp parts of northern NZ, flood-hit South Island braces for fresh delugeSoldiers and Fire and Emergency rapid response teams are being sent to Tasman to help.01 Jul 07:43 AM
New ZealandWatch: The moment a young family loses new home in swollen raging river Even the young children's teddy bears were washed away.01 Jul 06:00 AM
New ZealandMetService warns of heavy rain for Nelson, Tasman amid floodingTasman expects up to 150mm of rain; Nelson forecasts 80-100mm.01 Jul 02:41 AM
New ZealandWatch: 'Heartbreaking' – Noel Edmonds' $30m NZ estate floodedThe British TV star called the damage heartbreaking.01 Jul 12:00 AM
New ZealandFresh weather warnings issued for BoP Up to 180mm of rain is expected in areas east of Whakatāne.30 Jun 11:29 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionGiant-killers: Liston College's dramatic rise in Auckland 1A rugbyRotorua Boys' retained the Moascar Cup, defeating Napier 29-7 in wet conditions.30 Jun 02:01 AM
EntertainmentFrom the UK to Ngātīmoti: How Noel Edmonds spends his time in NZThe TV host left stardom behind to run an 800-acre estate by the Motueka River.29 Jun 07:10 PM
New Zealand‘Big character’: Community mourns farmer killed by tree in South Island floodsLines' family have been growing hops in the region for about 170 years.29 Jun 05:05 AM
New Zealand'Substantial' damage: Flood recovery efforts ramp up in Nelson-TasmanResidents are urged to remain cautious after weekend flooding in Nelson-Tasman.29 Jun 04:12 AM
ParalympicsThe 'Blind Skiwi' chasing Paralympic dreams - On the UpThomas Coysh is doing his best to live life to the fullest.28 Jun 11:00 PM
Crime'The truth always comes out': Victim confronts rapistShe struggled to understand how he got any enjoyment from what he had done to her.28 Jun 11:00 PM
New ZealandSevere weather eases after person dies in flood clean-up, recovery phase begins A person died in Wai-iti, south of Nelson, after being hit by a tree yesterday. 28 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandCouncil's flood response leaves resident frustratedResidents built a sandbag wall to protect homes from flooding.28 Jun 06:18 AM
New Zealand‘Every f***ing year’: Marlborough residents survey damage to flooded townshipAn Air Force Unimog was used to evacuate 20 stranded people at Para Swamp.28 Jun 01:50 AM
New ZealandEleven homes damaged by overnight tornado as the south braces for snow dumpsIcy temperatures and inland snow are forecast for holiday spots on Sunday.27 Jun 10:05 PM
New ZealandRoads cut off, homes evacuated in the south as Auckland hit by thunderstormsSevere weather hits as school holidays begin, with evacuations in Marlborough. 27 Jun 08:24 AM
New ZealandState of emergency in parts of Marlborough, Auckland prepares for galesWind gusts on the bridge could reach up to 90km/h between 6am and 10am.26 Jun 07:50 AM
CrimeMan sentenced to 19 months’ prison for punching woman's teeth through cheek, inciting suicide Glen Lang suggested in a message after the assault that the victim kill herself.25 Jun 08:00 AM
New Zealand'On autopilot': Peters criticises Treasury's ferry adviceWinston Peters disagreed with Treasury, citing higher economic value.24 Jun 11:46 PM
New Zealand'Under pressure': NZ farms face succession challengesOver half of NZ's farm and orchard owners will reach pension age in the next decade.24 Jun 11:15 PM
Crime'Disturbing and disgusting': Gang member raped teen while she was illThe victim can no longer stand the smell of cigarettes or seeing a white car.24 Jun 06:00 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionAnne GibsonProperty Insider: Foodstuffs' $380m expansion with new Pak'nSave sites in the worksThe biggest is a new application for a $100m Pak'nSave on reclaimed land in Takapuna.24 Jun 12:00 AM
New ZealandBrief winter respite to be swept away by heavy rain, severe galesHeavy rain watches are being issued.23 Jun 07:00 PM
Crime'Recipe for disaster': Boys left with loaded rifle while man went fishing and drinking'God know who they might have shot and killed or wounded' - Judge Snell23 Jun 06:00 AM