New ZealandSevere thunderstorm warning in placeResidents living south of Auckland are being warned to brace themselves for a stormy night.28 Jan 04:31 AM
Opinion10 big questions on climate change answeredWeatherWatch analyst Philip Duncan puts readers' 10 most commonly asked climate change questions to Niwa's Dr James Renwick.24 Jan 08:40 PM
New ZealandHas our stunner summer turned to custard?Summer has ground to a spectacular halt in a number of regions over the past week - is it going to get even worse?22 Jan 11:54 PM
Opinion<i>Philip Duncan:</i> Climate change facts melting awayKiwis are under-informed when it comes to climate change, says weather blogger Philip Duncan.18 Jan 07:55 AM
New ZealandNiwa: See-sawing temperatures marked 2009See-sawing temperatures characterised New Zealand's weather in 2009, according to Niwa's annual climate summary.12 Jan 11:29 PM
New ZealandClimate change comments draw angry fireWeather analyst Philip Duncan responds to the volleys of vitriol he received after his blog about global warming yesterday.11 Jan 10:00 PM
New ZealandCold comfort for climate change brigadeWeather expert Philip Duncan notes the cold snap embracing the northern hemisphere is making life tough on 'global warming' promoters.11 Jan 02:30 AM
New ZealandMotorists warned as bad weather hitsMotorists are being warned to take extra care on the roads as heavy rain and strong winds move up the country.10 Jan 12:19 AM
New ZealandSummer hail storm thrashes SouthA short-sharp barrage of rain and hail pummelled Invercargill today leaving the city looking like a scene from mid-winter.07 Jan 05:14 AM
New ZealandHighest fire risk in 20 years prompts Northland patrolsNorthland's high fire risk has prompted a fire boss to send patrols out to prosecute anyone caught ignoring widespread bans.07 Jan 12:31 AM
New ZealandLast decade warmest on record - NiwaThe noughties were the warmest decade on record in New Zealand, although last year was cooler than average, latest Niwa figures show.05 Jan 11:10 PM
World'Extreme weather event' expected in BritainMillions of people living in southern England and the Home Counties were told to prepare themselves for up to 40cm of snow last night as Britain remained in the grip of the longest prolonged spell of cold weather for 30 years.05 Jan 08:46 PM
New ZealandWild weather to hit southern, central partsA vigorous front which has hammered the lower South Island with high winds and rain will attack central parts of the country today.01 Jan 10:30 PM