Fifteen rescued from West Coast floodwaters, emergency services keeping close eye on river levels
About 100 people are staying at emergency operations centres on the West Coast.
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Evacuations underway as mayor warns locals they could be away for up to three days.
Wet weekend for Wellington as large front moves across NZ
The capital will be under a heavy rain watch for 24 hours.
Hikers urged to rethink Waitangi plans as storms close in
West Coast, Tasman and South Westland trampers urged to "postpone planned trips".
Wild weather: Small West Coast town cut off as heavy rain closes in
Rain over the last 24 hours has made for Westport's wettest February day in 78 years.
West Coast downpour: State of emergency declared - residents told to prepare
Franz Josef and Haast are isolated due to the State Highway being blocked on either side.
Another one bites the dust: Popular festival cancelled for first time in 34 years
Organisers say restrictions and Covid in community makes it impossible.
Wild weather: Residents urged to prepare, pack getaway bag as heavy rain looms
Civil Defence emergency operation centres have opened in Westport and Hokitika.
'Significant' rain event: 750mm possible on West Coast, caution urged
MetService has issued a red warning for the area.
Orange warning: 'Significant' rain event heading for South Island
Metservice is predicting up to 550mm of rain could fall in the ranges.
Perfect anniversary long weekend weather for birthday regions
A ridge has fought off a front to keep the long weekend weather sunny and hot.
60 stolen packages still lost, possibly hidden after courier van theft
The unmarked vehicle was stolen on Monday.
Border bungles: Twenty-two months of hope, hardship and heartbreak of MIQ
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Serial rapist Mateo Nixon denied release
Predator who attacked friends of his former girlfriend will remain in prison.
Best of summer: Where to find the country's top 10 fish and chip shops
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Air fryer thought to be cause of fire that engulfed Greymouth house in minutes
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Gloriavale teacher who assaulted students sentenced to supervision
Vigilant Standtrue had previously admitted charges of assaulting boys aged 9, 10 and 11.
Notorious killer back behind bars after visiting prostitutes, breaching parole conditions
Murderer Timothy Taylor has been recalled to prison for a breach of parole.
The heat is on: Temps to hit 30C again as fine weather spreads across NZ
The weekend is shaping up to be sizzling hot, with temperatures hitting 30C or higher.
Holidaymakers bring welcome boost for West Coast
More tourists have been walking Hokitika's streets in the past fortnight.
Serious crash on SH65 Maruia: Motorists warned of delays
Two people have been injured and diversions are in place.
Perfect storm: Where are you most likely to be struck by lightning?
One district has nearly 50 per cent more lightning strikes than anywhere else.
Inquiry launched into chopper crash at holiday resort in Karamea
Emergency services are rushing to the Last Resort hotel after the crash at 4pm today.
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Lisa Carrington, Sophie Pascoe among new dames and knights
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Pike River: Evidence of further remains found
Police hope drilling an additional borehole will reveal what caused the first explosion.
Franz floodwalls have 20 years left, 'significant' hazard for township
The bed of the Waiho is rising at a rate of 180mm a year.
Heavy rain, slips affecting South Island roads
Police are concerned about the risk of injury due to rockfall.
SNAs great if you have the space: West Coast farmer
Ken Ferguson, of Waipuna Station, has 60ha set aside in significant natural areas.
Notorious killer may be recalled to prison after alleged parole breach
Murderer Timothy Taylor has been charged with breaching his parole conditions.
Hot in the city: Summer scorcher to continue
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