LiveNew ZealandKiwi and husband huddled in closet as Hurricane Milton tore throughKelsey Roemhildt has lived in Tampa, Florida, with her husband since July 2022.10 Oct 10:39 PM
WorldHurricane Milton destruction: At least 13 dead, 100 Kiwis caught upThe National Hurricane Centre warned of 'life-threatening storm surge and extreme winds'.10 Oct 10:35 PM
New ZealandHurricane Milton: 10 dead with more casualties expectedMillions affected by Hurricane Milton in Florida, which has caused catastrophic flooding and damage. 10 dead with more casualties expected. Video / AFPWatch10 Oct 06:24 PM
WorldCatastrophic flooding, homes destroyed: Deadly storm smashing Florida weakens to Category 1More than a million people in Florida have been ordered to leave or brace for impact.10 Oct 08:45 AM
New ZealandMeteorologist's tearful warning: Hurricane Milton fueled by climate changeClimate scientists link stronger storms to global warming, warning of increased risks.10 Oct 01:05 AM
World'The storm is here': Hurricane Milton starts making landfallMore than a million people in Florida have been ordered to leave or brace for impact.10 Oct 12:00 AM
WorldHurricane Milton update from OrlandoAFP correspondent Daniel Stublen gives an update on Hurricane Milton from Orlando, Florida. Video / NZ HeraldWatch09 Oct 10:34 PM
New ZealandHurricane Milton hits and Police cut jobs | Focus Morning Bulletin October 10, 2024Air New Zealand staffer sacked after bypassing Customs queue, Hurricane Milton closes in on Florida and why police are cutting more than 100 jobs.Watch09 Oct 06:50 PM
WorldMum of 6 says she can’t flee Milton: ‘We don’t have the money’Many in Florida face similar dilemma as Milton approaches; fuel shortages rise.09 Oct 05:55 PM
PoliticsEmergency management roadmap due early next yearThe roadmap will precede new emergency management legislation.09 Oct 04:30 PM
NewsDeadliest storm in 100 years: MFAT’s advice for Kiwi travellers in Florida70 Kiwis registered on SafeTravel as being in Florida as Category 5 storm hits state.09 Oct 03:57 AM
New ZealandWhat we know about the 'elevated' cyclone risk in NZNorthern New Zealand is at normal to higher-than-normal risk of a tropical cyclone.09 Oct 12:37 AM
WorldHurricane Milton: Tampa mayor’s stark warning to residentsJoe Biden urges Florida residents in the hurricane’s path to evacuate immediately.09 Oct 12:03 AM
New ZealandDrizzle forecast for entire country, heavy showers in Auckland amid sudden 10C drop in tempsPolar jet stream pulls series of cold air surges across NZ today, Sunday, early next week.08 Oct 07:24 PM
New ZealandDrug bust and Hurricane Milton | Focus Morning Bulletin October 9, 2024One of New Zealand’s biggest drug busts uncovered, the new policy threatening 20 years behind bars for Kiwis in Bali and Florida braces for another ferocious storm.Watch08 Oct 07:07 PM
New ZealandMissing tramper found after extensive aerial search hampered by bad weatherA lodge operator took a jet boat to a remote backcountry hut in today's rescue operation.07 Oct 11:09 PM
WorldIn the firing line again: Hurricane Milton targets FloridaA second hurricane in as many weeks is closing in on the US state.07 Oct 05:59 PM
New Zealand'Big thud and a bang': Large downed tree blocks major Auckland road amid strong windsThe tree has caused damage to a light pole and trapped cars underneath it.06 Oct 10:56 PM
New ZealandSchool holiday weather: Polar air set to send Kiwis back to winterMetService issues advisories for snowfall, wind and rain ahead of mid-week cold front.06 Oct 10:54 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Otago floods a sign of things to comeOPINION: Dunedin locals showed the power of resilience and compassion.06 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandFirst look at landslide-damaged Dunedin home after floodingA South Dunedin family has seen the aftermath of a landslide that demolished parts of their home following flooding in the Otago region. Video / TVNZWatch06 Oct 05:35 AM
New ZealandNine Dunedin homes red-stickered as heavy rain cleanup continuesA State of Emergency was declared for Dunedin on Thursday night amid heavy rainfall and flooding. Video / TVNZWatch05 Oct 06:16 AM
New ZealandDunedin flooding: Nine properties ‘red-stickered’ amid slip damageFlooding, slips and rain have damaged properties around the city.05 Oct 02:46 AM
LifestyleDad treks for 5 hours on flooded roads to get to daughter’s wedding‘I just kept putting one foot in front of the other,’ says David Jones.05 Oct 02:37 AM
New ZealandOtago residents' lucky escape as massive slip takes out garageDevastated Otago residents Fiona Cadogan and Chad Ralston return home after the recent flooding to witness the destruction caused by the weather. Video / NZ HeraldWatch04 Oct 11:33 PM
New ZealandOtago flooding: How to clean your home after a delugeHundreds of Dunedin residents will soon return to water-damaged homes.04 Oct 09:29 PM
New ZealandMayor Radich and the Civil Defence Controller speak to the media from DunedinMayor Radich and the Civil Defence Controller speak to the media from Dunedin.Watch04 Oct 08:22 PM
New ZealandDunedin flood payments: How much you can get - and what it will coverPayments are available to anyone affected by flooding in the Dunedin City Council area.04 Oct 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Scary night': Dunedin residents say flood like nothing they've seen before'Devastating' and 'chaotic' are how people are describing the situation today.04 Oct 04:15 AM
New ZealandIn pictures: Dunedin streets underwater as state of local emergency declaredMetService says Dunedin is still to get the worst of the weather this afternoon.04 Oct 03:16 AM
New Zealand'Wettest day in a century': How does Dunedin match up with other weather events?Dunedin's 'wettest day in a century' – but how does it compare with other flooding events?04 Oct 03:13 AM
New ZealandOtago flooding: Concern overnight for river levels, Dunedin highways closed, NZDF brought inDunedin and surrounding areas are enduring a once-in-a-century weather event.04 Oct 02:40 AM
LiveNew ZealandDunedin cut off: Floodwaters close state highways, second rain 'peak' later today, Clutha declares state of emergencyOfficials hoping for breaks in the weather to help ease surface flooding.04 Oct 12:45 AM
New ZealandEvacuated residents flee flooded homes overnight, damage still unknown‘I’ve got an autistic son who didn’t want to get out of the car.'03 Oct 07:59 PM
