Places in Northland break summer drought record
Whangārei and Dargaville have broken rainfall records in place for many decades.
Whangārei and Dargaville have broken rainfall records in place for many decades.
Not a "drought-breaker", but at last some relief.
Eel attempts to drown jack russell chihuahua cross in a Whangārei stream.
When it comes to water in Auckland it's a tale of two cities.
Cyclone heading to New Caledonia looks likely to sweep by south of South Island.
Drought could be declared in Northland as early as next week as conditions worsen.
The Whanganui region dried out over January - but not as much as Northland.
Whangārei breaking weather records but southerlies expected to cool things off a bit.
Northland inching closer to a drought declaration with no rain in sight.
Council warns of potential drought in Northland as water restrictions start.
Niwa report suggests ways to improve Rotokawau/Virginia Lake - some have been tried.
Scientists propose new initiative to keep closer tabs on our fast-changing ocean estate.
Effort, expense and an unexpected element appear in work to restore the lake.
A Taranaki farmer has described how a tornado tore through his house.
A west to northwest is bringing patches of rain and warmer temperatures today.
Second warmest July on record as farmers look forward to a good summer.
MetService issues further road snowfall warnings as the big chill continues.
It may be wet today but winter is set to be warm and dry.
The rest of the Bay of Plenty was just under the margin in extremely dry conditions.
Torrent caused Westland river to carry largest volume of water in 15 years, local says.
Niwa is picking a warm few months ahead - but with the chance of big downpours.
Rain may be on the cards for the next few days, but it is unlikely to dampen the season.
A rainy end to month is set to bring much-needed relief to many parched regions.
With methane emissions soaring, NZ shouldn't be waiting for a solution, scientist says.
Heavy rain and gale force wind over the weekend for both islands.
Wetter than normal summer in Hawke's Bay helps groundwater levels
It was a hot January - but last year's was hotter
For some sun-baked parts of the country, it's now been an official heatwave.
A survey is underway on invasive weeds and fish in Northland lakes, ponds and dams