New ZealandSevere weather forces change to plans for mega strike ralliesMore than 100,000 teachers, nurses and public workers plan to walk off jobs on Thursday.21 Oct 11:49 PM
New ZealandStrong winds set to test Hawke’s Bay again after damaging Tuesday galesA gust of 130km/h was recorded on the Takapau Plains at 4pm on Tuesday.21 Oct 11:26 PM
World'Flirt with 40C': Sydney braces for record heat and fire dangerFire bans stretch from Queensland to NSW as extreme heat fuels high risk.21 Oct 10:07 PM
New ZealandMinister, mayor want answers after massive flooding in WaitomoMayor says district was hit by 'severe storms' and a red warning should have been issued.21 Oct 09:49 PM
Herald NOW'Storm Watch: MetService gives the latest on Herald NOWMetService’s Thapi Makgabutlane breaks down what to expect as another front moves in - especially for Wellington.Watch21 Oct 06:40 PM
New ZealandFires, flooding and power outages: 'Damaging' gales, evacuations in KaikōuraMetService has issued multiple weather warnings across New Zealand.21 Oct 03:08 AM
New ZealandInjuries after two trucks roll on Central Hawke’s Bay highways, nearly 1000 homes without powerMetService has issued an orange wind warning for Hawke's Bay from 10am to 9pm on Tuesday.21 Oct 02:28 AM
New ZealandWatch: Person blown into traffic as wild winds batter WellingtonAir New Zealand paused Wellington flights until 1pm as gusts topped 110km/h.21 Oct 02:11 AM
New ZealandMan dies after being hit by falling branch in WellingtonA man has died after being hit by falling branch in Wellington as high winds sweep through city. Video / NZ HeraldWatch20 Oct 11:52 PM
New ZealandPerson blown into traffic by severe wind in WellingtonDashcam footage captures the moment severe winds, which have been causing chaos in the city, blew the pedestrian onto the road. Video / Justin AshworthWatch20 Oct 11:23 PM
New ZealandWild weather slaps the shore in Wellington as Rakaia river risesRakaia river is rising and waves lash the shore in Wellington as New Zealand is in for some wild weather.Watch20 Oct 11:03 PM
Black CapsBlack Caps pulverised by England batters, T20 series victory hopes overNew Zealand were second-best in all three departments at Hagley Oval. 20 Oct 09:31 AM
New Zealand'Stinking hot': Strong wind warning issued, 30C predicted in Hawke’s BayPotentially damaging northwesterly gales are set to turn the region into a spring furnace.20 Oct 12:23 AM
New ZealandFlights cancelled and power outages as 'powerful weather system' moves up NZHeavy rain warnings are in force as snow settles near Queenstown.20 Oct 12:21 AM
New ZealandMetService Severe Weather Warning: October 20th-24thMetService Severe Weather Warning: October 20th-24th 2025. Video / MetServiceWatch19 Oct 11:46 PM
New ZealandWeather: Road reopens after high winds topple truck's trailer, blocks bridge on busy highway Gusts up to 130km/h are hitting the Canterbury High Country today.19 Oct 09:20 PM
New ZealandWet week ahead? Heather Keats breaks down the forecastHeather Keats on what’s brewing this week - and where to expect heavy rain. Video / Herald NowWatch19 Oct 06:39 PM
New ZealandGusts up to 130km/h forecast across NZ as two 'significant' weather systems set to hitAlmost the entire country is in for a wild week of weather, MetService warns.19 Oct 06:03 AM
Black CapsRain has final say as first Black Caps v England T20 washed outMother nature continues to make a mockery of NZ’s early start to summer.18 Oct 09:12 AM
New ZealandSouth Island faces weekend deluge as heavy rain and wind warnings issuedBuller and Grey face 18 hours of heavy rain from Saturday midday.17 Oct 05:00 AM
World‘Right in the heart’: Sydney braces for severe thunderstorm threatBureau meteorologist Angus Hines warns of ‘giant hail’ and fierce winds.16 Oct 09:09 PM
Herald NOWStormy skies or sunshine? Your weekend forecastMetService’s Heather Keats breaks down what Kiwis can expect across the motu this weekend.Watch16 Oct 07:01 PM
New ZealandAmbulance trapped by slips while rushing critically ill baby to safetyAn air ambulance later flew the critically unwell baby to Waikato Hospital.15 Oct 03:42 AM
Herald NOWHerald NOW Weather: October 15, 2025Herald NOW Weather: October 15, 2025. Video / MetServiceWatch14 Oct 06:12 PM
LiveNew ZealandWatch: Trapped trucks wind past slips in Awakino Gorge, emergency centre set up as rivers riseHomes are being threatened and a family have evacuated in Ruapehu.14 Oct 12:27 AM
New ZealandTrucks wind slowly through Awakino Gorge amongst huge slipsThe road is closed to motorists, along with many others in around the central North Island which have been inundated with slips and flooding.Watch13 Oct 09:49 PM
World64 dead, 65 missing as floods devastate central and eastern MexicoPresident Claudia Sheinbaum says 10,000 troops are aiding rescue efforts.13 Oct 06:43 PM
New ZealandHeavy rain for BoP with orange warning in placeMetService says the heaviest falls will hit eastern areas before easing later.13 Oct 06:22 PM
New ZealandMetService Weather Update: October 13-14MetService Weather Update: October 13-14. Video / MetServiceWatch13 Oct 03:58 AM
New ZealandStorm risk for South Island as muggy warmth lingers in the northAucklanders endured a sticky night with temperatures holding at 17C until dawn.12 Oct 08:52 PM
Herald NOWHerald NOW Weather: October 13, 2025Herald NOW Weather: October 13, 2025. Video / MetServiceWatch12 Oct 07:14 PM
Black CapsWilliamson still absent but Black Caps get injury boost for England T20sCaptain Mitchell Santner and Rachin Ravindra return for the three-match series.12 Oct 04:01 PM
WorldTorrential rain drenches Mexico, 41 deadAt least 22 people have died in Hidalgo, one of the worst-hit states.12 Oct 04:48 AM
New ZealandHundreds without power as heavy rain and severe winds lash lower northParts of the Canterbury High Country is also getting heavy rain. 11 Oct 09:36 PM
