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North Island braces for thunderstorms, hail and heavy downpours
Motorists are being warned to drive 'extremely carefully'.
'Festive spirit may be dampened': Thunderstorms, tornadoes possible in grim leadup to Xmas
Heavy rainfall, thunderstorms and elevated humidity levels are tipped for the next week.
Canterbury Bridge Hill blaze doubles in size, destroys lodge, still not under control
The fire has spread to 980ha and is still not contained.
Residents urged to evacuate amid fears huge fire could reach township overnight
Crews are working to contain a 'rash' of fires across the South Island.
'Stressful time for team': Poultry farm at centre of bird flu outbreak says cull happening fast
It comes as tests are due back today to see how widely the virus has spread.
Summer's first heat alerts issued as temperatures head for 30C
MetService has issued heat alerts for known hotspots, with warm nights keeping temps high.
Second Otago farm placed under restriction over bird flu fears
The chickens will be euthanised by CO2 containerised gas, an industry standard practice.
'Heartbreaking': Australian farmer hit by bird flu sends warning to NZ
'It could take months to replace hens,' Australian egg producer warns.
'It's really quite scary': Ground zero at Otago chicken farm bird flu outbreak
Process under way to cull 80,000 chickens on Otago farm.
80,000 chickens to be culled as bird flu spreads to second shed
There is no indication the H7N6 virus has spread beyond the farm.
What you need to know after bird flu found on Otago chicken farm
We’ve heard a lot about H1N1. Should we be worried about this other strain?
High nitrate levels trigger health warning for South Canterbury residents
Do-not-drink notice issued in Waimate as nitrate levels breach safe limits.
First case of high pathogenic strain of bird flu found on Otago egg farm
Ministry acting quickly after H7N6 detected on farm in Otago.
What lies beneath: A small NZ town harbours a classic underwater secret
How did a classic car end up anchored on a submerged bridge in this idyllic lake?
Temperatures forecast to exceed 30C across NZ this week
According to MetService, Gisborne is set to reach a scorching 32C on Wednesday.
Death of ‘wonderful’ teacher aide referred to coroner
Renee Whitcher's death has shocked the small North Canterbury town.
Medicinal cannabis grower Puro seals Australian deal
The company is highlighting the regulatory roadblocks that prevent distribution here.
A Kiwi industry abuzz: How mānuka honey is finding its sweet spot again
'You don’t want to be doom and gloom your whole life. That's just a miserable way to live'
Wintry blast: Temps to plunge near freezing, rain, hail, late-season snow to lash south
If you're in Queenstown, be prepared for chilly 1C overnight temperatures tomorrow.
'Right thing to do': Forester selling woodchip to fuel local biomass market
'The benefits for us have not been financial, I’ll put that upfront.'
Lost legacy: Alliance Plant closure hits founding families hard
The Alliance processing plant axed 600 jobs last month, closing after 139 years.
NZ trawler's 'shameful' 37kg coral catch suspends fishing in area until 2026
Nelson-based trawler Tasman Viking pulled up 37kg of coral west of New Zealand.
'The barbecue savant': Inside the world of New Zealand's competitive BBQ circuit
Competitive BBQ is surging in popularity in NZ - and we already have a world champ.
Regional councillor denies grandstanding claim after meeting removal
Allan Birchfield: 'I’m just trying to do my best for the people who elected me.'
Power cuts, slips in Lower North Island as wild weather strikes the country
Cold temperatures are forecast to plague much of the South Island.
Unexpected partnership between NZ’s largest iwi and medical cannabis producer
Ngai Tahu confirms financial investment into Marlborough-based company, Puro.
South Island braces for downpours, half a metre of rain could fall at altitude
A heavy rain watch has already been issued for Fiordland.