LiveNew Zealand‘Exceptional situation’: Dunedin residents warned of overnight downpour, asked to stay home'Risk of flooding, slips are high. Follow the advice of local authorities' - MetService03 Oct 07:04 AM
New Zealand'Super dumb': Kayakers take on roaring Dunedin Water of Leith riversOne person described their actions as “Disappointing but not at all surprising”.03 Oct 06:42 AM
New ZealandDunedin kayakers braves rising waters of Leith RiverAdventurous Dunedin kayakers have taken to the rising water of the Leith River as the region prepares for a heavy dump of rain. Video / Jared GreenwoodWatch03 Oct 06:28 AM
New ZealandSevere flooding in DunedinThe highest possible weather warning has been issued for Dunedin. Video / SuppliedWatch03 Oct 03:18 AM
New ZealandMetService Severe Weather Warning - 3 OctoberMetService Severe Weather Warning - 3 OctoberWatch02 Oct 10:58 PM
New ZealandWeather warnings across NZ: Severe thunderstorms, potential flash flooding and 80km/h galesMetService issued a swathe of alerts for the South and North Islands.02 Oct 04:17 AM
New Zealand33-hr drenching: Severe thunderstorms for upper North Island, snowstorms, downpours in southSnowstorms are also forecast for parts of south. Severe weather alerts are out across NZ.01 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandMetService Severe Weather Warning: October 1st - 3rdMetService Severe Weather Warning: October 1st - 3rd. Video / MetserviceWatch01 Oct 02:00 AM
New ZealandIntense downpours to hit NZ, warnings issued for upper northAuckland has a cloudy Thursday forecast, but heavy rain is tipped for tomorrow.01 Oct 01:14 AM
New ZealandDownpours to hit tomorrow as heavy rain expected throughout OctoberA weather system is set to douse New Zealand tomorrow, with more expected in October.30 Sep 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Bad start for holidays': Days of rain from midweek, MetService issues first warningsMonth's worth of rain to drench Bay of Plenty; snow forecast for south.29 Sep 11:04 PM
New ZealandSunny start across country to holiday week but rain, snow snap loomsMake the most of the fine weather ahead of the next stormy spell to hit midweek.28 Sep 04:00 PM
New ZealandIsrael continues to bomb Beirut as Florida floods | Focus Morning Bulletin September 28, 2024Israel continues its attack through the Middle East, as governments around the world continue to talk about a ceasefire and tropical storm Helene tears through Florida.Watch27 Sep 08:36 PM
New ZealandSevere stormy conditions to strike parts of NZ, what's in store for school holidays?Temperatures are also due to plunge by 15C; bad weather will move north on Friday.26 Sep 03:34 AM
Travel newsTraveller reveals how she captured incredible shot of Aurora Australis during NZ flightThe stunning photos quickly gained attention online.25 Sep 09:08 PM
New ZealandSpring storm: Fresh bout of heavy rain, gales and snow to sweep up NZMultiple wind and rain watches and warnings are in force.25 Sep 01:48 AM
New ZealandMetService Severe Weather Warning: September 24th - 26thMetService Severe Weather Warning: September 24th - 26thWatch24 Sep 11:59 PM
New ZealandCivil Defence warns to secure property ahead of powerful 120km/h gales blasting central regionsMetService said damage to trees, power lines, and unsecured structures were possible.23 Sep 01:48 AM
New ZealandMetService Severe Weather Warning: Monday 23rd September - Tuesday 24th SeptemberMetService Severe Weather Warning: Monday 23rd SeptemberWatch23 Sep 01:07 AM
New Zealand'Lightning all around us': Thunderstorms sweep North Island causing power outagesFrom 12pm to 3pm, there had been about 6800 lightning strikes over the North Island.22 Sep 05:12 AM
New ZealandMetService National Weather: September 20th - September 22ndMetService National Weather: September 20th - September 22nd Video / MetServiceWatch20 Sep 08:38 PM
New ZealandElectricity warning after frigid snap; more thunderstorms to come todayAn unstable westerly flow is expected to bring heavy showers and possible small hail.17 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandJetstar passengers evacuated after stairs blown into planePowerful gusts of up to 100 km/h are expected to roar across the north this afternoon.17 Sep 05:20 AM
New ZealandMetService Severe Weather Warning: Tuesday 17th SeptemberMetService Severe Weather Warning: Tuesday 17th September Video / MetServiceWatch17 Sep 03:07 AM
New ZealandBreanna Muriwai search and chilly blast hits NZ | Focus Morning Bulletin September 17, 2024Police search property in hunt for Breanna Muriwai's remains, wild weather hits parts of the country and suspect in Trump assassination attempt appears in court.Watch16 Sep 07:53 PM
New ZealandMetService Weather: 16th of September - 18th of SeptemberMetService Weather: 16th of September - 18th of September. Video / MetserviceWatch16 Sep 03:49 AM
New ZealandHeavy snow and thunderstorms to hit New Zealand'If you must travel, ensure you have snow chains, sleeping bags ... and emergency items.'14 Sep 10:26 PM
New ZealandNorth Island faces heavy rain after South Island snow dumpWaitomo, Taumarunui, Taupo, Taihape and Taranaki may face the brunt of the rain.13 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandMetService Severe Weather Warning: Friday 13th SeptemberMetService Severe Weather Warning: Friday 13th September.Watch13 Sep 01:05 AM
New ZealandSouth Islanders brace for travel disruptions, power outages as heavy rain and snow loomsWith lambing and calving season under way, farmers are being urged to prepare.12 Sep 04:22 AM
New ZealandMetService Severe Weather Warning: Thursday 12th SeptemberMetService Severe Weather Warning: Thursday 12th September. Video / MetServiceWatch12 Sep 04:01 AM
New ZealandSnow for Auckland? Model shows 'polar streamer', forecaster predicts cold surgeWeather pattern looks 'favourable' for snowfall, Niwa says.11 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandMetService Severe Weather: Wednesday September 11thMetService Severe Weather: Wednesday September 11th Video / MetServiceWatch11 Sep 01:48 AM
New ZealandCyclone Gabrielle recovery to continue until 2030, report saysMore than 3400 Northland homes were damaged, with insurance claims of $38m.09 Sep 05:00 PM