Herald NOWYour weekend weather outlook with MetServiceWhat's in store for your weekend? MetService's John Law reports. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAYWatch29 Jan 08:23 PM
New Zealand'Potent front': Another bout of rain, wind to lash New ZealandTemperatures are forecast to push into the high 20s for the North Island over the weekend.29 Jan 06:18 PM
New ZealandMetService Morning Weather Update: January 30 2026MetService Morning Weather Update: January 30 2026. Video / MetServiceWatch29 Jan 06:09 PM
New ZealandFamily displaced by landslide 'lucky' to find new homeTheir former Pāpāmoa rental remains red-stickered and is unsafe to enter.29 Jan 03:30 AM
New ZealandNorthland's 'tsunami of support' takes recovery to cut-off communitiesAgencies from the MSD to Health NZ are offering on-the-ground help and advice.29 Jan 03:00 AM
New ZealandMetService Afternoon Weather Update: January 29 2026MetService Afternoon Weather Update: January 29 2026. Video / MetServiceWatch29 Jan 01:13 AM
New Zealand'Open for business': Mayor urges caution as Coromandel rebuilds after stormNine Thames-Coromandel homes are red‑stickered and exempt from rates.28 Jan 10:35 PM
New ZealandTe Araroa floods: Grandmother’s home left in ‘total devastation’Philippa Wright and her whānau fled as a wall of water hit their tiny home.28 Jan 10:15 PM
New Zealand'There's been a shift': Tragedy has brought Mount community togetherThe community of Mount Maunganui held a small vigil at Pilot Bay this morning for the victims of the landslide. Video / NZ HeraldWatch28 Jan 08:50 PM
Herald NOWMorning Update: The latest from Mount MaunganuiSunLive journalist Rosalie Liddle Crawford with the latest from Mount Maunganui. Video / Herald NowWatch28 Jan 07:49 PM
New ZealandFamily found body of Tekanimaeu Arobati, man swept away by Mahurangi RiverThe 47-year-old was swept away after pushing his nephew to safety.28 Jan 06:34 PM
New ZealandMetService Daily Weather: January 29 2026MetService Daily Weather: January 29 2026. Video / MetServiceWatch28 Jan 05:28 PM
New ZealandPolice say they did not attend Mount Maunganui campground over disorder callPrime Minister Christopher Luxon now backs an independent government inquiry.27 Jan 08:45 PM
WorldUS monster storm kills 30More than 540,000 homes and businesses remain without electricity.27 Jan 07:59 PM
New ZealandMetService Daily Weather: January 28 2026MetService Daily Weather: January 28 2026. Video / MetServiceWatch27 Jan 05:45 PM
PremiumPremiumAnalysisJamie EnsorThe politics of a storm: How did Luxon, Hipkins handle weather tragedy back at Parliament?ANALYSIS: Not politicising a tragedy can be a tricky line to walk.27 Jan 03:56 AM
New Zealand'Talented soul': Givealittle launched for Auckland teen's family after landslip tragedyThe teenager's passing had left her parents heartbroken 'beyond belief'.27 Jan 02:22 AM
WorldBushfires rage in Victoria as temps set to soar to 50CMore than 1000 Victorian properties are under threat from out-of-control fires.26 Jan 11:48 PM
WorldHuge winter storm kills at least 23 across USMore than 820,000 homes and businesses lost power, mainly across the southern US.26 Jan 06:39 PM
New ZealandCouncil staff drove past three Mount Maunganui slips hours before deadly landslide – camperThe deadly 9.30am landslide killed six people staying at the campground.26 Jan 06:16 PM
WorldLightning strike injures over 80 at rally for Brazil's former presidentLightning hit near the crowd in Brasilia as thousands rallied in heavy rain.26 Jan 05:42 PM
New ZealandMetService Daily Weather: January 27 2026MetService Daily Weather: January 27 2026. Video / MetServiceWatch26 Jan 05:37 PM
New ZealandMetService Daily Weather: January 26 2026MetService Daily Weather: January 26 2026. Video / MetServiceWatch25 Jan 05:25 PM
New ZealandLong-time camping friends among six lost in Mount Maunganui landslideFriends say Susan Knowles and Jacqualine Wheeler camped at the Mount every summer.24 Jan 08:40 PM
LiveNew Zealand'Hug your babies, life can change in a moment': Mum's tribute to teen son lost in landslideTwo 15-year-olds are among those missing as police confirm discovery of human remains.24 Jan 02:43 AM
New ZealandMount Maunganui landslide anger as camper says no warning to evacuateShock turns to anger for Mount Maunganui camper in disbelief that they weren't evacuated from campsite a day before a deadly landslide. Video / Cameron Pitney, Anna HeathWatch23 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandMount Maunganui search enters second night as families face anguished wait for outcomeMultiple families are in tears amid the heavy-duty search equipment.23 Jan 08:20 AM
New ZealandLocals only on fragile lifeline road as coastal communities cut offThe closure comes as Northland and Auckland prepare for a long weekend.23 Jan 03:48 AM
New Zealand'Absolute tragedy': Six confirmed unaccounted for in Mount Maunganui landslideChristopher Luxon spoke in Tauranga this afternoon after meeting with the families.23 Jan 02:03 AM
New ZealandMount Maunganui slip tragedy: Local recalls frantic search for survivorsDre Kumeroa ran to the scene of the campground at Mount Maunganui when the landslide hit and started ripping open tents in the hope of getting people out. Video / NZ HeraldWatch22 Jan 11:52 PM
New ZealandSevere weather update with Heather KeatsAfter devastating week of weather for North Island, Auckland Anniversary weather set to play role in rescue efforts. Video / Claudia TarrantWatch22 Jan 11:05 PM
New ZealandDevastation in Te Araroa after slips and floodingAerial footage of Te Araroa on Thursday after heavy rain swept through the area. Video / BOP HelicoptersWatch22 Jan 10:32 PM
New Zealand'Running around as if they owned the bloody place': Storm-hit petrels on mendPetrels are drawn inland by city lights after storms leave them cold and soaked.22 Jan 10:00 PM
New Zealand'It could take days' Police Commissioner Chambers speaks to NZ Herald'It could take days' Police Commissioner Chambers speaks to NZ Herald on the Mount Maunganui disaster. Video / NZ HeraldWatch22 Jan 09:01 PM