New Zealand'Beyond ridiculous': Neighbours almost sell 87-year-old's $800k home over $51k debtJohn Boardman faced losing his home for a body corporate debt he claims was a 'scam'14 Jun 05:21 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandHis red-zoned home didn't flood – a broken election promise could hamper his fight to returnPeople who 'haven't been able to move on' are being hurt by Govt decision, advocate says.13 Jun 06:00 PM
WorldWhy Spain's flood response failure is under a criminal probeSpain is testing how far it can go in holding officials accountable after a disaster.11 Jun 05:00 PM
New Zealand'An eerie feeling': The jetboater honoured for his daring rescues in Hawke's Bay floodsPhil Bayens rescued more than 100 people and their pets from flooded homes.07 Jun 06:00 PM
New ZealandFar North residents fear logging slash threatens roads amid bad weatherA Far North couple have fears logging slash will threaten roads as winter nears.05 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandWatch: 'It's just what we do' - Horseback hero's daring flood rescueA horse tied to a post in floodwaters would likely have drowned if not for Chase Gage.05 Jun 04:57 AM
New ZealandDaring rescue of horse tethered in floodwatersChase Gage borrowed his stepdaughter's horse to rescue a tethered horse stranded at times up to its neck in Waioweka River floodwaters. Video / Radio 1XX Newsroom; Georgina Hudson.Watch05 Jun 02:36 AM
New ZealandRising concerns: Heavy rain and wind cause road closure, river surgeHawke's Bay Regional Council warned of a water surge in the Ngaruroro River.05 Jun 02:13 AM
WorldNigeria floods leave more than 150 dead and more missingMany people are unaccounted for after floods in Mokwa, Nigeria.01 Jun 11:28 PM
WorldInside Nigeria's deadly floods: A community's struggle to find the missingFlooding in Mokwa has collapsed buildings and submerged roads.31 May 08:58 AM
New Zealand'Spiritual crisis': Pastor fined for building unconsented church, Christian group millions in debtThe church faces $80,000 in fines, has more than $2m debt, and faces calls to sack pastor.30 May 05:00 PM
BusinessAuckland Airport says regional airfield upgrade could allow for more local jet flightsExtreme weather events and possible jet upgrades influence a $147m project.29 May 01:00 AM
New ZealandHBRC unveils new flood management plan for Wairoa RiverMayor Craig Little stresses the importance of mitigating flooding risks.28 May 12:58 AM
New ZealandConfidential Auckland blueprint tackles housing intensification, flood risksThe new rules aim to protect against floods while boosting housing near transport.27 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandAuckland golf course at centre of flood plan debate as decision looms'Why would you want to save the golf course when homes and businesses are being ruined?'24 May 01:25 AM
New ZealandWhat is the future of the Takapuna Golf Course?A wetland has been planned for half of Takapuna Golf Course, doubling as a recreation space and a flood reservoir.Watch23 May 05:00 PM
WorldRecord floods claim four lives, isolate 50,000 in eastern AustraliaFloods have left people stranded in northern New South Wales.23 May 12:21 AM
WorldFloods strand 50,000 as eastern Australia battles delugeThe storms have dumped more than 4 months’ rain across parts of New South Wales in 2 days.22 May 03:51 AM
New ZealandHomeowner upset after developer fells 50yo boundary hedgeOwner says hedge was pride of her backyard. Developer says it had to come down for safety.21 May 05:00 PM
WorldNSW's relentless rain has led to record-breaking emergencyAbout 16,000 people will remain isolated by flooding until at least Thursday.21 May 08:20 AM
PremiumPremiumPropertyNorthcote's Vietnamese-built Elevation apartments near completion'It's been challenging' – Alastair Sawer, chief executive of developer TLC Modular18 May 09:00 PM
New Zealand'Insanity': Auckland villa owners told double-glazed windows violate heritage rulesOwners installed double-glazed windows without council consent. Now they have to go.16 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandThree-year flood map legal dispute ends in 'win' for landownersLandowners can override council maps with a 'simple' stormwater assessment. 09 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandFar North flood prevention scheme proves its worthFlood protection works saves Far North homes from further flooding07 May 06:00 PM
New ZealandRecord rainfall for parts of Northland in sodden AprilWet wet wet! April was one of Northland's wettest on record.07 May 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessGovt warned it'll be lumped with bigger bill than insurers if disaster strikesInsurers pass Reserve Bank stress test, but it worries about the Government's finances.06 May 04:16 AM
New Zealand'Amazing': Rural community unites to save chooks from flooding'You reminded us what the power of the rural farming community really means.'04 May 09:59 PM
New ZealandAerial view: Canterbury flooding isolates communitiesAerial footage reveals the scale of flooding across areas of Canterbury after a destructive weather system hit the region and prompted a state of emergency.Watch02 May 05:14 AM
New ZealandSevere wind, rain forecast to ease for Canterbury and Wellington after gales and floodingFire and Emergency NZ said it responded to more than 30 callouts overnight, mainly in the Wellington area.Watch01 May 08:27 PM
Banking and finance'We are here to help': ASB offers relief measures for weather-hit customersBank says it will pause home loan repayments for up to three months.01 May 05:03 AM
New ZealandAerial photos reveal extent of Selwyn flooding as state of emergency continuesChristchurch Airport recorded over 80mm of rain in 24 hours.01 May 05:00 AM
New Zealand'Never seen it this bad': Town's flood fears as residents sandbag homes Nick Reid’s property is under immediate threat from the floodwaters.30 Apr 10:07 PM
New ZealandCourt orders $10m Auckland mansion sale cancelled after fatal landslideBuyer and seller fought over whether sale should go ahead after home left on cliff edge.28 Apr 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Huge amount of work': $70m Crown cash for Wairoa spillway approved'A testament to the way in which the people of Wairoa have come together.'27 Apr 11:54 PM
