New ZealandChristchurch mayor reveals latest on Banks Peninsula state of emergencyChristchurch has been lashed by heavy rain, cutting off Banks Peninsula locals. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAYWatch17 Feb 06:17 PM
New ZealandNZ Herald Morning Headlines | Wednesday, February 18, 2026Morning Headlines | Banks Peninsula floods second time in a year and warning toll roads need careful planning | Wednesday, February 18, 2026Watch17 Feb 05:17 PM
New Zealand'Another arrives from the tropics': Fresh low swings past NZ after recent deluge A heavy rain watch for the islands begins tomorrow.17 Feb 04:00 PM
PoliticsClimate Change Minister says managed retreat an option as nationwide flooding risk map promisedMapping aims to give councils and home owners a clearer picture of risk.17 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandWeather warnings lift over mainland NZ after storm unleashes flooding on South Island Banks Peninsula has been hit by a deluge.17 Feb 07:54 AM
Wellington'Devastated': Trees crush Porirua property days before $600k sale goes unconditionalTwo huge trees crushed John Holmes' deck, spa, studio and shed.17 Feb 02:10 AM
New ZealandMetService severe weather warningMetService severe weather warning: February 16-20. Video / MetServiceWatch17 Feb 12:07 AM
New ZealandNZ Herald Afternoon Headlines | Tuesday, February 17, 2026Afternoon Headlines | More sewage flows into Wellington ocean and heavy rain drenches Christchurch | Tuesday, February 17, 2026Watch16 Feb 11:37 PM
New Zealand'It is a moat': Former Exponents frontman's Canterbury home floodedJordan Luck's beloved music room has been hit by floodwaters. 16 Feb 10:15 PM
Herald NOWWellington weather: Colossal wave recorded overnight, thousands still without powerMelissa Nightingale has the latest on the Wellington weather system.Watch16 Feb 07:54 PM
New ZealandWild weather hits Hutt ValleyHutt Council CEO Jo Miller talks about the damage caused by yesterday's weather event.Watch16 Feb 06:15 PM
New ZealandVancouver Island tourists wait for access through the Waioweka GorgeVancouver Island tourist Pamela Ellis waits in Matawai for access through the Waioweka Gorge following closures caused by severe weather.Watch16 Feb 03:46 AM
New ZealandContractors clear up trees blocking SH1 near ŌhingaitiNumerous trees have been cleared along SH1, with roadblocks remaining in place as more debris is cleared. Video / Mike ScottWatch15 Feb 11:40 PM
New ZealandWainui River in HerbertvilleVolunteer firefighter James Brett Harold at the banks of the Wainui River in Herbertville at 2am during the weekend's weather event. Video / James Brett HaroldWatch15 Feb 10:49 PM
New ZealandOrange warning in place as wild weather hammers WellingtonResidents have woken to numerous downed trees, closed roads, and flooding in Wellington. Video / Melissa Nightingale, Billy PaineWatch15 Feb 09:19 PM
Herald NOWWeather: Wild weather continues to hammer central New ZealandEmergency Management Minister Mark Mitchell with the latest on the weather hitting the central and lower North Island Video / Ryan Bridge TODAYWatch15 Feb 07:03 PM
New Zealand'Widespread heavy rain': Worst weather moves away after overnight batteringThe extreme weather warnings issued by MetService will begin to ease during the day.15 Feb 05:00 PM
New ZealandWild weather in Tolaga BayHeavy rain warnings have been issued for Tairāwhiti Gisborne, among other regions in the North Island. Video / Annaleise ShortlandWatch15 Feb 12:39 AM
New ZealandAir NZ warns of flight disruption as wild winds set to lash WellingtonWinds above 50 knots and low cloud could see flights delayed or cancelled.14 Feb 11:29 PM
WellingtonConcerns weather could push raw sewage towards Wellington's shorelineHeavy rain and swell on Sunday and Monday could force more sewage discharges.14 Feb 07:02 PM
New ZealandMetService severe weather warningMetService severe weather warning: February 14. Video / MetServiceWatch14 Feb 05:25 AM
New ZealandWaipā mayor updates community following flood destruction across districtAn update from Mayor Mike Pettit and Deputy Mayor Jo Davies-Colley on the flooding impacts in Pirongia and Te Pahu following the severe weather. Video / Waipā District CouncilWatch14 Feb 12:41 AM
New ZealandWeather whiplash: Northland soaked with 299% of normal January rainSome of Northland's east coast areas measured six or seven times their usual January rain.14 Feb 12:00 AM
New ZealandFlooding causes road closures and a high running Waipa River in ŌtorohangaFlooding overnight caused road closures and a high running Waipa River in Ōtorohanga. Video / NZ HeraldWatch13 Feb 11:33 PM
New ZealandŌtorohanga mayor on overnight flooding as tragedy strikes small townFootage shows Ōtorohanga Primary School and the surrounding areas flooded after heavy rain across the country. Video / SuppliedWatch13 Feb 08:50 PM
New ZealandUte drives into slump at flooded highway bridgeFootage shows aftermath of flooding north of Ōtorohanga, with a ute coming to grief at a washed out bridge entrance on State Highway 39 just south of Mangati Rd.Watch13 Feb 08:16 PM
New ZealandState highways flooded as heavy rain drenches North IslandFlooding and slips are closing state highways.13 Feb 07:21 AM
New ZealandMetService weekend severe weather: Friday, February 13, 2026MetService weekend severe weather: Friday, February 13, 2026. Video / MetServiceWatch13 Feb 05:59 AM
SailGPThunderstorm threat forces time change for SailGP Auckland Sunday session Racing will begin earlier in the day on Sunday, while Saturday's action remains unchanged.13 Feb 04:01 AM
New ZealandMetService severe weather warning: Friday, February 13, 2026MetService severe weather warning: Friday, February 13, 2026. Video / MetServiceWatch12 Feb 10:58 PM
New ZealandOutlook for weekend as NZ braces for wild weatherOutlook for weekend as NZ braces for wild weather. Video / Ryan Bridge TodayWatch12 Feb 06:52 PM
New ZealandMetService Morning Weather Update: February 13MetService Morning Weather Update: February 13. Video / MetServiceWatch12 Feb 05:30 PM
New Zealand'Keep a grab bag close': Bay braces for heavy rainOrange warning for east of Ōpōtiki, watch for rest of region over Friday and weekend.12 Feb 05:35 AM
New ZealandPolice find car of man swept away on Mahurangi River, near WarkworthTekanimaeu Arobati, 47, died in the storm that lashed the upper North Island last month.12 Feb 03:00 AM
