New Zealand15 hours of non-stop rain: Heavy rain warnings in force for west of country, strong winds hit AucklandResidents at the top of the South Island could see up to 170mm of rain.08 Jun 09:33 PM
New ZealandTairāwhiti clears 390,000 tonnes of debris, just 30 per cent - aims for more fundingGisborne clears 390,000t of debris; 25-30 per cent of total from rivers, beaches.06 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandSeawall to protect $1billion worth of assets in ThamesWork on design concepts for the protection of Thames is under way.05 Jun 11:30 PM
World'Nobody saved them': Mum slams bystanders who watched her daughter dieA mother has lashed out at the lack of action that caused the death of her daughter.05 Jun 09:02 PM
New ZealandSatellites revealing new view of lingering landslide risk after 2023′s extreme summerScientists using satellites to probe landslide risk in spots hit hardest by 2023's storms.03 Jun 05:00 PM
WorldThe nation preparing to evacuate an island in face of rising sea levels300 families are packing their belongings in preparation for a dramatic change.01 Jun 08:46 PM
PremiumPremiumBanking and finance'True to their word' – infrastructure chief on Budget 2024'Government appears to have recognised the deficit with roading and rail maintenance.'30 May 04:05 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandDemolition looms for 53 Gisborne properties'We are protecting the house, not the people' - GDC recovery programme manager.28 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandCourt appearances for Gisborne forestry companiesSamnic Forest Management, Forest Management Solutions 'highly culpable'.24 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandCyclone Gabrielle aftermath: Tairāwhiti residents still cut offBridge-less Tairāwhiti residents grapple with isolation amid heavy rains.23 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandNew Caledonia rescue, deadly turbulence and severe weather | Focus Morning Bulletin May 22, 2024Kiwis rescued from New Caledonia touch down, terrifying turbulence leaves one dead and more severe weather on the way in the latest NZ Herald headlines.Watch21 May 07:38 PM
New ZealandLines company workers save motorist stuck in rising Rotorua floodwatersThe eastern North Island is in the firing line on Tuesday.21 May 07:45 AM
New ZealandRising stream levels in NgongotahāPrecautionary evacuations are under way in Ngongotahā due to fears of rising stream levels. Video / Aleyna Martinez, Olivia Sanson, SuppliedWatch21 May 12:17 AM
New ZealandSlips and broken bridges continue to keep eastern Te Paki tracks closedNgāti Kuri is mulling over alternatives to the extensively damaged waterfront walkways.16 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandHazard-prone development likely under fast-track law, insurers and engineers warnContinued building in flood-prone areas is a 'highly likely' result, submitters warn.16 May 12:18 AM
New Zealand'Not enough' well-trained staff to deal with severe weather events, review finds'We do not have enough well-trained Nema staff or surge staff to deploy,' the report read.15 May 06:32 PM
New ZealandLocal aids Brazil floods: 'It’s heartbreaking'A Tauranga local who grew up in Porto Alegre is raising money for the South Brazil floods.13 May 10:56 PM
WorldAt least 15 dead after flash floods, cold lava flow in IndonesiaCold lava flows from Mt Marapi, triggering deadly floods.12 May 09:02 AM
New ZealandWorld-leading technology to avoid future flooding at airportAfter significant flooding steps are being taken to ensure it does not happen again.09 May 08:33 PM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeANZ, BNZ bosses in no hurry to follow Reserve Bank’s advice on insurability of propertyThe Reserve Bank believes more risk-based pricing could improve financial stability.07 May 05:00 PM
WorldFloods in southern Brazil kill at least 75 people over 7 daysDamage from the rains has also forced more than 80,000 people from their homes.05 May 08:57 PM
WorldHundreds rescued from flooding in Texas as waters keep risingHigh waters flooded neighbourhoods around Houston following heavy rains.05 May 12:44 AM
New ZealandHail, thunder, gales to pummel parts of NZFlooding is possible at the bottom of the North Island as a fierce weather system stalls.01 May 01:11 AM
BusinessAfter spending $700k-plus on pins for Covid-19 workers, department now cutting costsSome 80,000 frontline pandemic workers were given the pins.26 Apr 12:17 AM
New Zealand'Morale high': NZDF in 'good position' to carry out Gallipoli Anzac Day dawn serviceLuggage, containing instruments and uniforms, were lost during the Dubai floods last week.24 Apr 02:19 AM
WorldDubai struggles to recover from 'historic weather event' that caused mass floodsHeavy rain has devastated Dubai causing massive floods and damage.18 Apr 09:44 PM
WorldHere’s why experts don’t think cloud seeding played a role in Dubai’s downpourWith cloud seeding, it may rain, but it doesn’t really pour or flood.18 Apr 12:17 AM
New Zealand'Very pleased': West Coast flood protection weathers the stormFlood defences across southern Westland stood the test of last week's bad weather.17 Apr 10:28 PM
New ZealandWeather events cost golf club $400,000Golf club counts the cost of 2023 — a year of floods.15 Apr 12:16 AM
New ZealandFour sites shortlisted for Hawke’s Bay’s new $15m hospicePlans for a much-needed new hospice are getting back on track.11 Apr 12:55 AM
New Zealand'Be prepared to evacuate': West Coast residents on flood alert, severe thunderstorm watch for northPower cuts, landslides and road closures struck the West Coast yesterday.10 Apr 11:31 PM
New ZealandAuckland set for wet end to week as West Coast prepares for 57-hr delugeWest Coast officials say they are apprehensive but prepared for the incoming rain.08 Apr 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Atmospheric river' may bring more than a month's rain in three daysMetService issues a raft of new weather watches and warnings ahead of a big rain-maker.07 Apr 11:52 PM
WorldOne dead as NSW residents mop up after record-breaking downpoursOne person found dead as residents across eastern NSW clear up after damaging storms.06 Apr 08:15 PM
