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
New Zealand'Winter-like surge': Temperatures drop in region, -4.4C on Desert RdWeather remains sunny but chilly,08 May 09:07 PM
New ZealandFocus: Kiwis wake to chilly conditionsThe country is in the middle of a 'winter-like surge' as polar air plunges temperatures. Video / NZ Herald / MetServiceWatch08 May 08:37 PM
New ZealandPonsonby killer’s past, Budget tease and temperatures plunge | Focus Morning Bulletin May 9, 2024New details emerge about the Ponsonby Road killer’s criminal past, Nicola Wilis teases her upcoming Budget and polar air sees temperatures plunge in the latest NZ Herald headlines.Watch08 May 08:01 PM
New ZealandGisborne group fights for bridge funding to save family farmsBridging Tairāwhiti, a Gisborne group, campaigns for bridge repairs post-Cyclone.08 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandPower warning as chilly blast arrives was a 'trial', snow coming, frosts for AucklandAuckland temps are set to drop to 6C tonight, with tomorrow night being even cooler at 4C.08 May 10:29 AM
New ZealandTwo Waikato districts in for 'below-freezing' nightsIn some places, Thursday night will see temperatures drop to -2C.08 May 05:23 AM
New ZealandHas winter come early for Hawke's Bay?Once the cloud clears frost is set to make a more noticeable appearance.08 May 02:57 AM
New ZealandMetService National Weather: May 8th - May 11thMetService National Weather: May 8th - May 11th. Video / MetServiceWatch08 May 01:36 AM
New ZealandFar North keeps reputation with hottest April temperature recorded in KaikoheKaikohe recorded a temperature of 29.1C in April - the hottest in the country.07 May 10:31 PM
New ZealandStill and chilly autumn so far for TaupōAutumn continues to bring generally still, settled weather to Taupō.07 May 09:15 PM
New ZealandNIWA job cuts could gut team of NZ’s top climate modellersNiwa said it would not be commenting while consultation was underway.07 May 04:54 AM
New ZealandChristchurch plunges to 0C, worse chills to comeWe got chills and they're multiplying.05 May 11:15 PM
WorldFloods in southern Brazil kill at least 75 people over 7 daysDamage from the rains has also forced more than 80,000 people from their homes.05 May 08:57 PM
WorldHundreds rescued from flooding in Texas as waters keep risingHigh waters flooded neighbourhoods around Houston following heavy rains.05 May 12:44 AM
