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Nelson braces for torrential rain
People in areas with the potential for slips have been advised to move out if they could.
How would you make the most of a wet holiday?
Kiwis might be in for a damp New Year's holiday. What are your top tips for making the most of a wet holiday?
Regions warned to prepare for rain
Most of the North Island can expect a damp holiday and the Mount could still get another dousing.
Stand by for damp New Year's Eve
The plethora of outdoor festivals in the North Island are all likely to get rain at some stage, though the annual Rhythm and Vines in Gisborne should get only intermittent showers. It will also be warm - around 23C.
Get ready for long, hot summer
A long, hot, dry summer is on the way thanks to a returning La Nina weather pattern, say forecasters...
Hail, lightning pummels Wellington
A violent hail and thunder storm has caused two car crashes and left the ground "white like snow" in Wellington. Police have said the storm after 1:30pm had been the catalyst for two crashes...
MetService website hacked during busiest week
Online users visiting the MetService website during this week's polar blast may have contracted a computer virus from malware hidden in online advertisements.
Winter's bitter cold set to return
Weather experts are predicting a chilly weekend ahead as an outbreak of cold looks set to move up the country, bringing snow and gales.