New ZealandWatch: Firefighters battling large blaze on Mangere Mountain overnight.Fire crews have contained a large blaze that broke out on Mangere Mountain last night. Video / NZ HeraldWatch18 Jan 04:07 PM
New ZealandAuckland faces major event amid rail closures, bad weatherMajor sporting and music events set to take place despite transport, weather issues.17 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandIncoming rainmaker to sweep over Auckland, NorthlandHeavy rain could also plague the Hawke's Bay and Gisborne on Tuesday.16 Jan 05:34 PM
New ZealandSummer's coming! Warm air from subtropics headed our way in late JanuaryGood weather should coincide with Waitangi Day and regional anniversary holidays.13 Jan 08:25 PM
New ZealandSome parts of Auckland are hotter than othersExperts warn Auckland’s heat risks will worsen; call for formal heat alert systems.13 Jan 07:36 PM
New ZealandWellington shivers through coldest year’s start in a decadeSoutherlies bring windy, wet weather to Wellington, disrupting ferries and beachgoers.13 Jan 07:10 PM
New ZealandNZ's hottest town: Locals stay vigilantNiwa recorded the hottest temperatures for December in Kawerau at 34.8C.12 Jan 09:53 PM
New ZealandDargaville records lowest annual rainfall as dry spell continuesRecord dry weather recorded in parts of Northland, but growers cheer no heavy rain.12 Jan 03:00 AM
New ZealandBig swells axe Cook Strait ferry sailings as holidaymakers return for workBig swells and southeries cause headache for holiday-makers and those returning to work.11 Jan 07:53 PM
New ZealandSummer to finally arrive for parts of NZ hit by horrible holiday weatherNiwa’s outlook for rest of summer picks above-average warmth for the North Island.10 Jan 07:47 PM
New Zealand'Strawberries just disintegrate': Some HB growers are loving the rain, others not so muchSummer had started very well – now a couple are losing thousands of dollars every day.10 Jan 05:00 PM
New Zealand‘Dynamic situation’: Summer snow stunner in Hawke's Bay won't lastJanuary snow as cold creeps into Hawke's Bay, but there's plenty of time for summer yet.06 Jan 12:41 AM
New ZealandFerry chaos: Interislander cancels sailings, warns of disruption for 'next few days'Ferry passengers face further disruptions today.05 Jan 06:43 PM
New Zealand‘Abysmal’: Wet, windy weather for lower North IslandTemperatures in the lower North Island will peak in the low to mid-teens.04 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandMetservice Severe weather 3rd JanuarySevere thunderstorms are expected today in the northern South Island, with a Severe Thunderstorm Watch in place for Nelson, Marlborough, and inland Hurunui District until 9 pm.Watch03 Jan 03:56 AM
New Zealand‘Miles different’: Water park owner feels ‘victimised’ by iPhone weather appApp keeps reporting temperature is up to 5C cooler than MetService predicts, she says.31 Dec 11:56 PM
New ZealandWet start to 2025 for holiday hotspots and main centres across NZThe first day of 2025 is forecast to deliver rain to all the main centres.31 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandJob cuts, rat infestations, meth lollies: A look back at the biggest NZ news of 2024A look back at the biggest headlines in NZ in 2024.31 Dec 04:04 AM
New ZealandNew Year’s Eve weather: Chch fireworks show canned, East Coast thunder and downpour alert continues MetService says showers and strong winds should ease for most as midnight approaches. 31 Dec 02:48 AM
New ZealandNew Year Honours list released and five charged over Liam Payne’s death | NZ Herald News UpdateThe New Year Honours list has been released and a wet end to the year for Rhythm and Vines.Watch30 Dec 06:38 PM
New ZealandNew Year’s Eve festivals under threat from rain, thunderstorms as ferries cancelledA MetService-issued heavy rain watch is in place in Gisborne.30 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘Thrown over the trees’: Shock as ‘little tornado’ picks up tent full of holidayersThe family are shocked — but luckily without bad injuries after the Canterbury incident.30 Dec 05:50 AM
New ZealandWhere will the best weather be on New Year’s Eve?Unsettled weather will continue over much of country on Tuesday.30 Dec 03:54 AM
New ZealandRhythm and Thunderstorms: Wet finish to 2024 as heavy rain to afflict NZThe North Island's central, eastern and southern areas are set to see the worst weather.29 Dec 06:00 AM
New ZealandMixed weather to welcome new year as North basks in sun, South faces rainContaminated beaches in Gisborne; other North Island spots to enjoy sunny New Year's Eve.28 Dec 06:00 AM
New ZealandSoggy lead-up to the New Year as fresh weather system moves up NZFestivalgoers are in for a soaking as rain and wind move in from the east.27 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandMetservice Severe weather 27-29 DecemberMetservice Severe weather 27-29 December. Video / MetserviceWatch27 Dec 01:56 AM
New ZealandMetservice National weather 27-29 DecemberMetservice National weather 27-29 December. Video / MetserviceWatch27 Dec 01:50 AM
New ZealandWeather warnings for North Island as Interislander cancels crossingsA deep low-pressure system is directing southerly gales and powerful swells.26 Dec 09:12 PM
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New Zealand‘Take extra care’: Warnings as giant seas, severe winds threaten holiday plansA low-pressure system to the east is forecast to drive in southerlies.26 Dec 04:00 PM
WorldMillions on high alert as Australia bushfires growExtreme Boxing Day weather conditions raise fire danger across several Australian states.26 Dec 01:55 AM
New ZealandSevere thunderstorm, rain warnings for Canterbury areasMetService has issued two severe thunderstorm warnings and torrential rain is possible.25 Dec 03:48 AM
New Zealand‘Sorry to be the Christmas Grinch’: Bad weather forecast for parts of NZMeanwhile, a meteorologist gives his pick for where he would like to spend Christmas Day.24 Dec 11:07 PM
