New ZealandRain warning downgraded for Napier and Hastings; CHB residents asked to conserve waterA rain warning has been downgraded for much of Hawke's Bay, but not northern areas.21 May 10:13 PM
World'As limp as rags': Monkeys fall dead from trees in heatwaveAt least 83 of the midsize primates have died as temperatures hit 47 degrees.21 May 08:27 PM
New ZealandNew Caledonia rescue, deadly turbulence and severe weather | Focus Morning Bulletin May 22, 2024Kiwis rescued from New Caledonia touch down, terrifying turbulence leaves one dead and more severe weather on the way in the latest NZ Herald headlines.Watch21 May 07:38 PM
New ZealandMore rain is on the wayThe easterly weather system brings heavy rain and there's more coming.21 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandNorth Island to bear the brunt of more severe weather today, thunderstorms possibleSevere weather caused flash flooding, evacuations and mass power outages yesterday.21 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandLines company workers save motorist stuck in rising Rotorua floodwatersThe eastern North Island is in the firing line on Tuesday.21 May 07:45 AM
New ZealandRising stream levels in NgongotahāPrecautionary evacuations are under way in Ngongotahā due to fears of rising stream levels. Video / Aleyna Martinez, Olivia Sanson, SuppliedWatch21 May 12:17 AM
New ZealandRain-maker: Warning severe North Island weather could cause flash floodingAn orange alert is already in place for one region, where up to 160mm could fall.20 May 02:07 AM
New ZealandMetService Severe Weather Warning: May 17-19MetService Severe Weather Warning: May 17-19Watch19 May 04:57 AM
New ZealandHeavy downpours set for North Island this weekHeavy rain watch issued for Hawke's Bay and Gisborne ahead of subtropical system.19 May 04:53 AM
New ZealandClear weather for fans at Wellington Phoenix game; freezing night for the southMetService has a raft of advisories in place for the lower south.18 May 06:01 AM
New ZealandHeavy snow warnings for lower South, clear skies for Wellington Phoenix fansMultiple snowfall road warnings are in place around the lower South Island.18 May 12:18 AM
New ZealandSnowy south, sunny north in weekend of weather contrasts'Choice' weather is on the way for our biggest city but there are snow warnings for south.17 May 08:06 AM
New ZealandAlmost 1800 lightning strikes recorded as thunderstorms lash North IslandMetService has warned tornadoes are possible for parts of the North Island overnight.15 May 04:58 AM
New ZealandSevere weather hits ThamesA possible tornado hit Thames this morning, downing trees and cutting power to hundreds of homes. Video / Jason ShawWatch14 May 10:51 PM
New Zealand600 lightning strikes, hundreds without power as severe weather hits Bay of PlentyIsolated thunderstorms with possible strong wind gusts continue to affect the region.14 May 10:18 PM
New ZealandHeavy rain to lash North Island, tornadoes possible, forecasters warnThe top of the North Island will bear the brunt of heavy downpours in the morning.14 May 07:52 PM
New ZealandExpert believes Enchanter boat should have stayed put amid 'gnarly and confused' weatherThe Enchanter skipper continues to stand trial following the deaths of five men.14 May 06:00 AM
New ZealandQueues of cars at vantage point for Kiwis keen to catch last glimpse of auroraOne Wellingtonian described the situation as 'complete chaos'.12 May 06:22 PM
New Zealand'Complete chaos': Hundreds of cars jam Wellington's south coast, where to see the auroraAucklanders have received a stroke of luck regarding glimpsing the aurora tonight.12 May 09:27 AM
BusinessSolar storm causes autopilot wobbles for Kiwi Tesla driversThere were broadband satellite and GPS satellite issues.12 May 05:28 AM
New ZealandNational power grid emergency further extendedThe coldest spot this morning was in the central North Island.12 May 12:02 AM
New Zealand'Ecstatic' newlyweds in dazzling wedding photos with aurora night sky'It’s a dream come true.'11 May 08:22 PM
New ZealandIncredible photos: Stunning aurora dazzles NZ skiesAn aurora australis graced New Zealand's skies as far as Northland this morning.11 May 08:36 AM
New ZealandSpace storm upgraded to 'extreme' as Transpower extends 'grid emergency' notice again'Our control rooms are monitoring the event' – grid operator.11 May 03:51 AM
New ZealandStunning aurora lights up NZ skiesAn aurora australis danced across Aotearoa’s skies this morning to the delight of photographers nationwide. Video / WISP MediaWatch11 May 12:22 AM
New Zealand'Just incredible': Stunning aurora lights up NZ skies – plus the best place to catch it tonightAn aurora australis graced New Zealand's skies as far as Northland this morning.10 May 11:43 PM
New ZealandBoP residents wake to icy temps, Minister praises restraint amid grid crisisThe country’s grid operator Transpower issued a warning notice.09 May 10:46 PM
New Zealand'Third-world stuff': Energy minister praises chilly Kiwis' restraint amid grid crisisThe country’s grid operator issued a warning notice in advance.09 May 10:08 PM
New ZealandFocus: South Island Pharmacies investigatedSeveral South Island pharmacies have allegedly given unnecessary immunisations. Video / NZ herald / GettyWatch09 May 07:48 PM
New ZealandFocus: Temperatures drop amid grid crisisHouseholds have been warned of overloading the country’s power grid today. Video / NZ HeraldWatch09 May 07:41 PM
New Zealand'Third-world stuff': Crisis meeting held ahead of grid emergency as polar blast bears downFriday promises NZ's coldest day of 2024 - and more frosty temperatures are due tonight.09 May 10:01 AM
New ZealandColdest day of 2024 so far: Kiwis wake to frosts, snow with more cold temps on wayMetService says this May has been a stark contrast to the warmer conditions last year.09 May 12:54 AM
New Zealand'Cold snap': Meteorologists confirm May temperatures lower than usualThe end of autumn is set to be cooler than usual, according to a council climate report.08 May 11:00 PM
