World'Too late': Properties lost, residents ordered to leave as bushfires rage in VictoriaTemperatures near 49C have shattered heat records in towns across the state.27 Jan 08:45 PM
WorldUS monster storm kills 30More than 540,000 homes and businesses remain without electricity.27 Jan 07:59 PM
New ZealandMetService Daily Weather: January 28 2026MetService Daily Weather: January 28 2026. Video / MetServiceWatch27 Jan 05:45 PM
New ZealandPolice name two more landslide victims; Rāhui in place at Mount MaunganuiPolice say they are providing ongoing support to the grieving family.27 Jan 06:02 AM
PremiumPremiumAnalysisJamie EnsorThe politics of a storm: How did Luxon, Hipkins handle weather tragedy back at Parliament?ANALYSIS: Not politicising a tragedy can be a tricky line to walk.27 Jan 03:56 AM
WorldBushfires rage in Victoria as temps set to soar to 50CMore than 1000 Victorian properties are under threat from out-of-control fires.26 Jan 11:48 PM
New Zealand'Worthy of watching': Forecasters track tropical lows forming north of NZNiwa's Chris Brandolino says a tropical low is forming near Fiji and New Caledonia.26 Jan 10:53 PM
New Zealand'Wiped out entire crops': Canterbury farmers frustrated by wild weatherFarm leaders estimate this season's hail damage at about $10m in Canterbury.26 Jan 09:06 PM
WorldUS storm: Dangerous, record bone-deep chill could last for daysSome places are forecast to break low records that have stood for more than a century.26 Jan 08:53 PM
WorldHuge winter storm kills at least 23 across USMore than 820,000 homes and businesses lost power, mainly across the southern US.26 Jan 06:39 PM
New ZealandCouncil staff drove past three Mount Maunganui slips hours before deadly landslide – camperThe deadly 9.30am landslide killed six people staying at the campground.26 Jan 06:16 PM
WorldLightning strike injures over 80 at rally for Brazil's former presidentLightning hit near the crowd in Brasilia as thousands rallied in heavy rain.26 Jan 05:42 PM
New ZealandMetService Daily Weather: January 27 2026MetService Daily Weather: January 27 2026. Video / MetServiceWatch26 Jan 05:37 PM
New Zealand'A lot of preparation work being done': Removal of giant Helena Bay Hill slip challengingThe slip may need between 10,000 and 20,000 truckloads cleared from site.26 Jan 05:11 PM
Australian OpenAustralian Open braced for 45C heatwave as play and schedules disruptedMelbourne could reach 45C, with inland Victoria forecast to touch 49C.26 Jan 05:01 PM
New ZealandMount Maunganui landslide: Recovery of six missing could take weeksPolice say the recovery could last many days and possibly extend to weeks.26 Jan 06:27 AM
WorldWhat to know about the colossal US winter stormSubzero cold is forecast for some areas of the US all week.26 Jan 12:51 AM
New ZealandThe Country: Weather forecast with Phil DuncanPhil Duncan, Grant McCallum, Andrew Hoggard, Blair McLean, Jacqueline Rowarth, J McOviney.26 Jan 12:44 AM
New ZealandLast strengthening work on bridge between Napier and HastingsTutaekuri River Waitangi Bridge speed limit could be back to 100km/h next month.26 Jan 12:37 AM
WorldMajor winter storm pounds US from south to northeastAt least 20 states and Washington have declared emergencies as snow falls.25 Jan 06:17 PM
New ZealandMetService Daily Weather: January 26 2026MetService Daily Weather: January 26 2026. Video / MetServiceWatch25 Jan 05:25 PM
WorldUS storm: Why long-lasting power outages could be a big problem after the worstSince 2021, four severe Arctic storms have descended to cover much of North America.25 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandRobbed of summer: Wet, sun-starved January as forecasters tip warmer FebruaryNiwa says most regions had under 85% of their usual January sunshine.25 Jan 07:02 AM
WorldSnow, ice hit western, central US as massive storm sweeps nationThe freezing conditions are expected to persist for days.24 Jan 09:36 PM
New ZealandLong-time camping friends among six lost in Mount Maunganui landslideFriends say Susan Knowles and Jacqualine Wheeler camped at the Mount every summer.24 Jan 08:40 PM
New ZealandWalkers seen perching precariously above slip nearly two hours after local called 111'I’m kicking myself, I should have kicked up more of a fuss,' says man who raised alarm.24 Jan 05:06 PM
New ZealandPrime Minister and Minister for Emergency Management and Recovery visit NorthlandPrime Minister Christopher Luxon and Minister for Emergency Management and Recovery Mark Mitchell visit Northland to see the effects of this week's weather. Video / Dean PurcellWatch24 Jan 05:01 AM
LiveNew Zealand'Hug your babies, life can change in a moment': Mum's tribute to teen son lost in landslideTwo 15-year-olds are among those missing as police confirm discovery of human remains.24 Jan 02:43 AM
New ZealandLocal priest on offering support after Mount Maunganui landslideReverend Vianney Douglas has been wrapping families and workers in support following the Mount Maunganui landslide. Video / Jason Dorday, Michael MorrahWatch24 Jan 12:19 AM
Black Caps'On the right track': Canterbury run-machine Rhys Mariu on wait for Black CapsThe 24-year-old is banging the door down with runs at domestic level. 23 Jan 06:00 PM
New ZealandStrong winds and storms to lash North Island as soggy long weekend loomsAucklanders may have to pull out the puzzles this long weekend. 23 Jan 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Where was anybody to warn us?': Camper blasts lack of evacuation before Mount slip'I do feel angry about it, because there are people that are not going to come out alive'.23 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandMount Maunganui landslide anger as camper says no warning to evacuateShock turns to anger for Mount Maunganui camper in disbelief that they weren't evacuated from campsite a day before a deadly landslide. Video / Cameron Pitney, Anna HeathWatch23 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandMount Maunganui search enters second night as families face anguished wait for outcomeMultiple families are in tears amid the heavy-duty search equipment.23 Jan 08:20 AM
