New ZealandSunny skies in store for Waitangi DaySunnier and slightly warmer conditions are predicted.01 Feb 08:40 PM
New ZealandMetservice National Weather: January 31st - February 2ndMetservice National Weather: January 31st - February 2nd Video / MetServiceWatch31 Jan 08:09 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandConcrete hills: Wellington’s million dollar slips changing the city’s landscapeDramatic photos reveal how green hills have transformed into walls of concrete.28 Jan 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘Definitely a little unusual’: Summer snow surprises South IslandSnow is falling on Mt Hutt as cold southerlies sweep across the South Island.27 Jan 12:38 AM
New ZealandNeighbour of injured Mangawhai resident recounts the experienceNick Berthoud, an unsettled resident and worried neighbour tells the Herald about his experience through the 'tornado' like winds in Mangawhai overnight. Video / NZ HeraldWatch26 Jan 01:38 AM
New ZealandFire and Emergency NZ speak out on the Mangawhai disasterFire and Emergency NZ district manager Wipari Henwood speaks to the public following the Mangawhai disaster overnight. Video / NZ HeraldWatch26 Jan 01:05 AM
New ZealandAerial footage of tornado’s destruction through Mangawhai as the clean up beginsAn Auckland rescue helicopter was tasked to Mangawhai to assist a male patient following a tornado on January 26, 2025. Credit: Westpac Auckland Rescue HelicopterWatch26 Jan 12:48 AM
New ZealandCivil Defence Controller sends a message to the public following Mangawhai disasterJohn Burt, Kaipara Civil Defence management local controller warns people of the danger in Mangawhai and urges them to stay home, stay away if possible. Video / NZ HeraldWatch26 Jan 12:14 AM
New ZealandWoman asleep in bed sucked out of home, thrown by force of Mangawhai tornadoEmergency crews are responding to Mangawhai after tornado-like winds hit the area.25 Jan 09:18 PM
New Zealand‘A little bit of everything’: Long-weekend weather a mixed bag for Aucklanders Heavy rainfall warnings have also been issued in the North and South Islands.24 Jan 09:49 PM
New ZealandCongestion builds as Aucklanders flock to holiday hotspotsTraffic may worsen into the weekend, with rain predicted for much of the North Island.24 Jan 01:31 AM
New Zealand'Wet weekend': Rain, hot muggy nights for start of Auckland Anniversary WeekendWarm, muggy temperatures cloak the North Island with only one cloudless day.23 Jan 06:00 AM
New ZealandWarm and wet as weekend weather approachesWeekend weather is expected to be warm, but the wet still lingers.23 Jan 02:35 AM
WorldFears dogs could be swept away by UK stormWinds of up to 90mph forecast as first storm of year makes landfall. 22 Jan 11:22 PM
New ZealandGisborne rain expected to clear by FridayGisborne's city centre is set to bear the brunt of a storm rolling down the North Island.21 Jan 03:24 AM
New ZealandHeavy rain, severe gusts to hit Auckland during rush hourStrong winds hit Auckland, with gusts reaching 93km/h on the harbour bridge.20 Jan 11:22 PM
New ZealandStorm hits: Power cuts, road closures as rivers rise in NorthlandSevere weather watches and warnings are in force.20 Jan 08:22 PM
New Zealand‘Extreme care’: Thunderstorms, downpours bear down on Nth Island, wind warnings for harbour bridge Civil Defence has warned people to keep watch on the incoming storm due from 3pm today.20 Jan 04:51 AM
New ZealandKiwi dies of dehydration amid Northland’s dry conditions, rain offers reliefRanger Bevan Morgan found the kiwi unconscious on January 11.20 Jan 02:00 AM
New ZealandMetService Severe Weather - January 20thMetService Severe Weather - January 20thWatch19 Jan 11:49 PM
New Zealand19hr deluge: Thunderstorms, gales prompt warnings Civil Defence has warned people to keep watch on the incoming storm due from 3pm today.19 Jan 10:41 PM
New ZealandBatten down the hatches: Heavy rain warning issued for NorthlandSummer's on the back-burner as a rainmaker arrives.19 Jan 09:52 PM
New ZealandHeavy rain watches issued for upper North Island, gales to batter Auckland and Northland'Thunderstorms and localised downpours are possible, especially from Monday evening.'19 Jan 06:48 AM
New ZealandMetService Severe Weather Warning: 17th-19th JanuaryMetService Severe Weather Warning: 17th-19th January. Video / MetServiceWatch19 Jan 04:09 AM
New ZealandWhat does a hot, dry summer mean for kiwi?Northland's had a hot, dry summer - what does that mean for kiwi?19 Jan 03:00 AM
New ZealandAuckland’s weather forecast goes downhill: Showers, strong winds forecast amid SailGPIncreasing cloud expected for City of Sails, along with showers, and a daily high of 24C.18 Jan 06:15 PM
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