New Zealand'Could be very impactful': Cyclone Vaianu tracks towards Hawke’s BayMetService has issued heavy rain and strong wind watches for Sunday.09 Apr 04:26 AM
New ZealandCyclone-wary Hawke’s Bay prepares for another potential hitMetService says Hawke’s Bay could experience wind gusts of about 110km/h. 09 Apr 02:14 AM
New ZealandCyclone Vaianu: Weekend of extreme weather aheadMetService's head of weather news Heather Keats tells us what to expect as Cyclone Vaianu approaches. Video / Cameron Pitney, MetServiceWatch09 Apr 01:44 AM
New ZealandLife-threatening storm looms: When Vaianu is expected to hit North IslandAuckland has activated its Emergency Co-ordination Centre as NZ braces for the cyclone.09 Apr 01:32 AM
New Zealand'Miraculous' survival: Local farmers rescue driver after car plunges into chasm 'I saw the two tyres sticking out of the water ... How does someone survive that?'09 Apr 01:19 AM
New ZealandOceanic phenomenon could supercharge Cyclone Vaianu's impact on NZThe inverse barometer effect can lift sea levels and intensify storm surges on the coast.09 Apr 12:56 AM
New Zealand'Serious worry': Tairāwhiti growers fear impacts of Cyclone Vaianu'You’ve just got to look at the skies and sometimes pray for the best.'08 Apr 08:50 PM
Ryan Bridge TODAYWhat would a category 2 cyclone do to NZ? | Ryan Bridge TODAYEarth Sciences NZ chief scientist Chris Brandolino on what Kiwis can expect from the cyclones heading our way this week. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAYWatch08 Apr 08:22 PM
New ZealandCar crashes into floodwaters near Rotorua after heavy rain opens hole in roadSH2 Waioweka Gorge is also closed again due to a slip.08 Apr 08:09 PM
New ZealandSlip-hit SH2 gorge closed for the second time todayOne person is in hospital after driving into a flooded chasm near Rotorua.08 Apr 08:07 PM
New ZealandMetService morning weather update: April 9MetService morning weather update: April 9. Video / MetServiceWatch08 Apr 07:27 PM
New Zealand'Act now': Kiwis warned 'later could be too late' as Cyclone Vaianu advancesPrime Minister Christopher Luxon has urged people to 'stock up' on supplies.08 Apr 05:42 AM
New ZealandHawke’s Bay council prepares rivermouths amid cyclone storm surge concernSwells could be a concern as PM encourages people to prepare and stock up.08 Apr 04:11 AM
New ZealandChristopher Luxon: “Stock up on supplies”Christopher Luxon acknowledges Cyclone Vaianu and its likely severity in the coming days.Watch08 Apr 02:49 AM
TravelPassengers 'spewing in the aisles' as flight to Fiji diverted after three attempted landingsAround 80 stranded passengers are now being put up in a Nuku’alofa hotel.07 Apr 09:29 PM
New ZealandCatamaran holes on rocks off Tamaki DriveA catamaran is stuck on rocks by Tamaki Drive, opposite the boating club. Video / Jane PhareWatch07 Apr 08:49 PM
New ZealandMetService morning weather update: April 8MetService morning weather update: April 8. Video / MetServiceWatch07 Apr 07:12 PM
New ZealandIncoming: Direct cyclone threat looms as North Island faces wild week of rain and windNiwa warns most scenarios indicate landfall somewhere in the upper North Island.07 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandAll eyes on Cyclone Vaianu as sodden Northland braces for more rain and galesSix roads in the Far North are closed because of flooding caused by today's rain.07 Apr 04:03 AM
New ZealandRemnants of tropical cyclone could bring 'significant' rain and wind to Hawke's BayHeavy rain, strong winds and large swells are likely in parts of the North Island.07 Apr 03:43 AM
New ZealandMetService severe weather update: April 7MetService severe weather update: April 7. Video / MetServiceWatch07 Apr 01:23 AM
New Zealand150km/h winds: Tropical Cyclone Vaianu now Category 3MetService says the cyclone is set to intensify in the coming days.07 Apr 12:39 AM
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New ZealandMetService morning weather update: April 7MetService morning weather update: April 7. Video / MetServiceWatch06 Apr 07:12 PM
Ryan Bridge TODAYTwo cyclones heading for NZ: Here's what to expect | Ryan Bridge TODAYHeather Keats with the details for the week's weather. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAYWatch06 Apr 06:08 PM
New ZealandBay of Plenty on alert as heavy rain, landslide risk and Cyclone Vaianu line-upMetService now expects 100mm to 140mm of rain west of Whakatāne.06 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandSubtropical low set to lash NZ with heavy rain and gales as cyclones trackedForecasters are watching tropical cyclones Maila and Vaianu in the Pacific.06 Apr 03:20 AM
New ZealandMetService severe weather update: April 6MetService severe weather update: Tropical Cyclone Vaianu.Watch06 Apr 12:59 AM
New ZealandNorthland on alert again with 18-hour rain warning and gale-force windsNorthland faces 18 hours of heavy rain from 10pm tonight to 4pm tomorrow.05 Apr 10:14 PM
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New ZealandNew subtropical low brewing north of NZ could bring heavy rain, strong windsThe wettest weather is expected on Wednesday.04 Apr 11:06 PM
New ZealandEaster weather forecast: Watch lifted on parts of Canterbury; Westland still under orange watchHeavy rain is forecast for the western South Island, especially the Westland ranges.04 Apr 08:37 AM
New Zealand'A mixed bag': Heavy rain set to lash parts of NZ while others chase Easter weekend sunshineA heavy rain watch is in place for the Westland ranges from midnight tonight.02 Apr 09:11 PM
Ryan Bridge TODAYYour Easter weekend weather outlook with Heather Keats | Ryan Bridge TODAYWhat's Easter looking like where you are? Heather Keats reports. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAYWatch01 Apr 07:17 PM