New ZealandChill alert: NZ in grip of sudden wintry blast, temps plummetingBe sure to start bundling up in preparation for the cold weather.23 Apr 10:24 PM
New ZealandAuckland firefighters battling large Avondale blazeAn witness says at least 10 Fire and Emergency vehicles are at the scene.21 Apr 11:44 AM
New Zealand'Tropical disturbance' to bring another soaking to Wellington, South IslandThe worst rain should hit between Friday afternoon to Saturday morning.17 Apr 10:36 PM
New Zealand'Tropical disturbance' to bring another soaking to parts of NZThe worst rain should hit between Friday afternoon to Saturday morning.17 Apr 07:31 AM
New ZealandSnow settles in across South Island, warning extended to middle of North Island'Taumarunui overnight Wednesday to Thursday morning at a minimum of one degree.'27 Mar 08:39 PM
New ZealandPolice urge people in Southland, Otago to stay indoors as thunderstorms roll inMetService issued a severe thunderstorm warning about 6pm for parts of the South Island.20 Mar 06:10 AM
New ZealandNiwa releases its record-breaking stats for a summer of extreme weatherNew Zealand experienced a memorable February, but not for the right reasons.03 Mar 05:27 AM
New ZealandCrappiest summer ever: Sunny stint to replace soggy three months of rainy weather“It is a decent dry spell for the North Island to the end of the weekend."28 Feb 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘Woken in the early hours’: Police go door to door as Gisborne residents evacuatedFlash flooding reported in parts of north Auckland yesterday evening after isolated rain.27 Feb 05:03 PM
New Zealand'I just ran': Teacher barely escapes landslide that rips home apartMangawhai community rallying together for teacher.26 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandEmergency mobile alerts issued across the Auckland regionThese were in response to increased rainfall and flood risks.24 Feb 05:17 AM
New ZealandRelief as no severe weather forcast for country this weekendHigh-pressure systems will bless the country with settled and mostly sunny conditions.17 Feb 04:00 PM
New Zealand'String of sunny days': Weekend promise of fine weather for storm-hit northIt's good news for the recovery.16 Feb 08:30 PM
New ZealandChild among four dead in cyclone destruction; 1442 people 'uncontactable' - 'grave fears' for some; 160,000 without powerQuarter of a million people were left without power yesterday, entire communities cut off.15 Feb 08:51 AM
New ZealandLive: Dramatic aerial photos - horse scrambles to roof; deadly cyclone floods devastate homesQuarter of a million people were left without power yesterday, entire communities cut off.14 Feb 07:25 PM
New ZealandBoatie adrift near Great Barrier Island during cyclone rescuedThe navy assisted in the rescue this morning after boatie went missing on Sunday.13 Feb 10:05 PM
New ZealandDistress call: Boatie feared missing in huge seas off Great Barrier IslandA boatie has gone missing near Aotea Great Barrier Island.13 Feb 01:58 AM
New ZealandMetService Christchurch weather: February 13th - 14thMetService Christchurch weather: February 13th - 14thWatch13 Feb 01:30 AM
New ZealandMetService Wellington weather: February 13th - 14thMetService Wellington weather: February 13th - 14thWatch13 Feb 01:30 AM
New ZealandMetService Auckland weather: February 13th - 14thMetService Auckland weather: February 13th - 14thWatch13 Feb 01:30 AM
New ZealandMetService National weather: February 13th - 15thMetService National weather: February 13th - 15thWatch13 Feb 01:30 AM
New ZealandCyclone Gabrielle shifts slightly east overnight - what it means for your regionWeatherWatch said the cyclone's east position could reduce storm surge.12 Feb 08:19 PM
New ZealandCyclone Gabrielle: Which schools are closed in Auckland?Auckland Transport is urging people to avoid all non-urgent travel until Tuesday.12 Feb 05:22 PM
New ZealandBrunt of cyclone forces Northland schools to closeAll Far North schools have made the decision to close on Monday as the cyclone bears down.12 Feb 05:28 AM
New ZealandWhy this storm could be worse: High winds to cause power cuts, downed trees, more slips and surgesAuthorities warn strong winds pose higher risk of power cuts, downed trees than last time.09 Feb 01:08 AM
New ZealandFocus: Cyclone Gabrielle could be one of the most serious storms to hit NZ this centuryTropical Cyclone Gabrielle could be one of the most serious storms to hit New Zealand this century. Video / NZ Herald / Niwa / WindyWatch08 Feb 08:44 PM
New Zealand'One of the most serious storms forecast for NZ this century': New Cyclone Gabrielle warningGabrielle could strike the upper North Island as early as Friday, forecasters warn.08 Feb 07:31 PM
New ZealandFocus Live: Auckland Emergency Management Update 1PMFocus Live: Auckland Emergency Management gives an update on the state of the weather event in Auckland. Watch03 Feb 10:17 PM
New ZealandFocus Live: Officials give 4pm update on Auckland floodsOfficials give 4 pm update on Auckland floods. Video / NZ Herald Watch30 Jan 02:22 AM
VideoMore heavy rain, gales, coming for upper North IslandMore heavy rain, gales, coming for upper North Island. Video / WeatherWatchTVWatch29 Jan 11:28 PM
New ZealandFocus: Officials give latest update on Auckland floodsAuckland Emergency Management 8 am update. Video / NZ Herald Watch29 Jan 06:17 PM
New ZealandLive: Tauranga house 'in the middle of road'; up to four dead in Auckland; more thunderstorms loom; Waitomo declares state of emergencyAuckland is under a state of emergency following record rainfall and widespread damage.28 Jan 12:35 PM
New ZealandLive: Up to 4 dead; aerial images reveal homes on the brink; PM lands; Watch: Bus floats down roadAuckland is under a state of emergency following record rainfall and widespread damage.28 Jan 01:24 AM
New ZealandRisk of another tropical cyclone to north of countryTairāwhiti remains in a state of emergency which Civil Defence will review on Friday.18 Jan 02:30 AM