New ZealandStrong North Island winds expected to ease tonightHigh winds brought down powerlines and trees in Waikato, Bay of Plenty and Auckland.03 Feb 07:54 AM
New ZealandFerocious winds: Trees down, power outages, severe thunderstorm warning for North IslandMetService described the wind as 'strong', with gusts of up to 96km/h across the bridge.03 Feb 05:01 AM
New ZealandCold and windy forecast for first weekend in FebruaryHigh winds are expected for the Auckland Harbour Bridge.02 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandHarbour Bridge warning as strong winds hitHigh winds are expected for the Auckland Harbour Bridge.02 Feb 05:16 AM
New ZealandThornton Bay stabilisation project to receive $1.3m in fundingThe funding is a significant contribution towards project's design and construction.01 Feb 09:54 PM
New ZealandThunderstorms, 120km/h gales as 'active' weather to buffet central NZForecasters warn heavy showers and thunderstorms might 'enhance' gusts.01 Feb 08:22 PM
New ZealandNew Auckland tsunami evacuation maps show lower risk than thoughtAuckland Emergency Management says the new maps are also easier to understand.01 Feb 06:17 AM
Politics‘Could happen tomorrow’: Govt warned of chances of ‘catastrophic’ earthquakeStaffing issues could compromise the Government's response to even small-scale events.01 Feb 12:37 AM
New Zealand‘Temperature rollercoaster’, 120km/h gales to buffet NZPeople are being warned that damaging gusts may bring down trees and powerlines.31 Jan 07:12 PM
New ZealandHeat alerts for Auckland, Te Kuiti as regions swelter in 30C+ temperaturesWhangaparāoa, north of Auckland, rose above 30C for a time this afternoon.31 Jan 02:57 AM
New ZealandFeeling the heat? Auckland temperatures expected to hit 30CTime to hit the beach - Auckland temperatures are about to hit up to 30C.30 Jan 09:03 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Treaty Principles Bill dead in the water; Herne Bay sewerage anguishOPINION: 'Seymour should look in the mirror to see one major reason for this division.'30 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandTauranga records its hottest day this year at 30.3C as locals enjoy the beachThe warmest temperature on record for a January in Tauranga was in 1983: 33.7C.30 Jan 02:39 AM
New ZealandHawke's Bay farmers generally welcoming of wet weather despite variabilityFederated Farmers Hawke's Bay president Jim Galloway welcomes the spell of wet weather.30 Jan 02:04 AM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: The delicate art of extreme weather forecastingOPINION: With regular warnings about dangerous conditions, how do we avoid weather apathy?29 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandMetService National Weather: January 29th-30thMetService National Weather: January 29th-30thWatch29 Jan 01:25 AM
New Zealand88mm of rainfall as ‘welcome top-up’ jangles a few nervesPeople shouldn’t put away their raincoats and umbrellas just yet.28 Jan 09:20 PM
New ZealandWeather: Rain across the North Island before sunshine makes welcome returnFor parts of the country, much of the upcoming week will be warm-to-hot.28 Jan 06:10 PM
New ZealandWeather warning: Heavy rain hits parts of North Island, slips in TaranakiSlips were reported in Taranaki and a Hamilton concert was reportedly forced to end early.28 Jan 07:15 AM
New ZealandThousands evacuated at Hamilton concert during Simple Minds set due to extreme weatherPolice said they were made aware the show had been stopped due to lightning.28 Jan 06:50 AM
New ZealandSteady and consistent rain: Rain expected for Northland Sunday afternoon but otherwise fineThis weather update reveals whether to reach for the sunscreen or umbrella in Northland.28 Jan 12:16 AM
New ZealandAuckland floods then and now: Photos capture devastation - see how same spots look todayTraumatic memories hard to shake for victims of flooding a year ago in Auckland.27 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandThunderstorms, heavy rain ahead for AucklandTemperatures are forecast to remain in the high 20s over the weekend and into next week.27 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandWhat have we learned from the Auckland floods?OPINION: There have been changes to warn city residents to get to higher ground.27 Jan 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘Water up to the car roof in five minutes’: Widow’s warning a year on from flood deathFamily 'forever grateful' for neighbours' brave bids to save her husband, Jane Young says.26 Jan 10:23 PM
New ZealandThunderstrorms, heavy rain forecast for Auckland Anniversary WeekendRain should start in upper North Island later Saturday evening, then set in for weekend.26 Jan 06:46 PM
New ZealandOne year on: Could Auckland cope with another flood? No, experts concedeThousands of Auckland properties are still in the firing line, council admits.26 Jan 05:24 PM
New ZealandA year without Daniel: Dad finds comfort in Auckland flood victim's diaryHis son just wanted to help, but Steve Miller is urging others to 'leave it to the pros'.26 Jan 05:06 PM
New ZealandFocus: Auckland Anniversary floods - One year onRepairs are still ongoing one year on from the devastating Auckland Anniversary long weekend floods. Video / Auckland Airport / Supplied / Corey FlemingWatch26 Jan 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Rain sandwich' on the menu for WhanganuiDaytime highs will remain above average.25 Jan 11:00 PM
New ZealandHoliday rain, thunder on radar; Westland faces fresh flood threat, galesMetService has issued a warning to Coasters.25 Jan 10:53 PM
New ZealandKiri Allan opens up, marine heatwave and kiwifruit boost | Focus Morning Bulletin January 26, 2024Former Cabinet minister Kiri Allan opens up on her night of shame, marine heatwave pushes temperatures up and how kiwifruit could benefit your mental health in the latest NZ Herald headlines. Video / Supplied / NZHeraldWatch25 Jan 07:11 PM
New Zealand'Cyclonic vortex' forecast to bring rain for weekend one year since deadly floodsHoliday hotspots around Coromandel and Northland would also see rain, hot temps up to 28C.25 Jan 04:37 PM
New ZealandRain for Auckland Anniversary Weekend, one year since deadly floodsHoliday hotspots around Coromandel and Northland would also see rain, hot temps up to 28C.25 Jan 05:30 AM
