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First heavy snow, rain watches issued ahead of polar blast
A large swathe of the lower South Island is in the firing line.
Southern city blitzes July high temperature record as southerly blast looms
A heavy rain warning and two watches have been issued in Fiordland.
Stay overnight at a vineyard for less than $5
NZ's best-kept secret – the cheapest way to enjoy a vineyard stay.
'Low blow': Veterans’ donations box stolen in RSA break-in
The area commander said the theft targeted those who had sacrificed much for our country.
Government announces $800m investment to improve lower North Island rail travel
The investment aims to fund 18 new trains which will run from 2028.
Sunshine to snow: Looming icy polar blast to bring snow to both North, South islands
Niwa says the weather system is 'potentially conducive' to snow.
'Brief respite': Temperatures set to climb 'well above average' by end of week
Rise comes after multiple South Island cities woke to below-freezing temperatures.
‘Rug up warm’: Overnight temps to plummet as low as –5C, widespread frosts forecast
Multiple South Island cities will wake to below freezing conditions tomorrow.
'Ask your boss:' Employers increasingly open to job-sharing
With fulltime-in-the-office no longer the norm, workers need to ask for what suits them.
'Take extra care': Flights cancelled, motorists warned as fog blankets Auckland
There is reduced visibility due to fog affecting much of northern Auckland.
'Disastrous during storms and crashes': Downer power workers face job cut proposal
Union says workers at nine depots across the North Island in talks over job future.
The $1.25 trillion nest egg: Who will Baby Boomers leave it to?
Estate planners say Kiwis don't need to be wealthy to leave a bequest to a charity.
More fog expected in Auckland today, before giving way to heavy rain
The rain is expected to drench the city for most of today.
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School holidays to end on stormy note; Relatively warm temperatures on way
Wed to see barrel over country before skies clear on Thur, more heavy falls on Fri.
Is it too hard to take kids campervanning in winter?
It’s July and we all need a holiday – but we don’t all have a Pacific Island budget.
Wall of moisture, 'significant' rain to douse NI in last week of school holidays
Severe weather tipped for top of north about Monday and Tuesday, showers into the week.
'An HR cop-out': Why older workers should ignore the 'you're over-qualified' line
In a tough job market, there are tips and tricks for older workers to land jobs.
Weather: Enjoy the sun while it lasts, but what's coming next week?
Clear skies, a lack of wind, and chilly mornings forecasted this week.
EV-etiquette: the do's and don'ts of how and when to charge your electric car
Ask before you plug in and don't hog the charging outlets, EV specialists say.
Chill set to continue into school holidays after Auckland’s coldest morning of 2024
Friday morning was the coldest of the year in Auckland - and the lows remain next week.
'Rug up': Forecasters warn to brace for colder conditions in coming days
'The central parts of both islands are expected to be the cooler of the lot.'
Auckland scientist’s death on Mt Ruapehu a ‘freak accident’ climbing with friends
Wednesday Davis died on Saturday after falling while climbing Mt Ruapehu.
Flood warning with waves rising to 6m to strike North Island overnight
Cook Strait ferries have been cancelled from tonight due to the swells.
Snow for Desert Rd, Interislander ferries cancelled as polar blast hits country
Rain forecast for most main centres. Auckland to hit 15C high, fall to 9C low overnight.
‘Beautiful person’: Woman who died climbing Mt Ruapehu was young Auckland uni scientist
Wednesday Davis graduated in 2022 with a Masters in Marine Science and worked at the uni.
'Use the good butter': Why Browns cafe in Remuera has a winning formula
An Auckland couple, who run three successful cafes, talk about how they fill tables.
Woman dies after Mt Ruapehu climbing accident
A group were climbing on the eastern side when the tragedy struck today.
Letters: Who's to blame for ferry failings; is NZ really a Third World country?
OPINION: 'We can at least be glad there were no tourists on board the grounded Aratere.'
Young people living in hardship resort to theft to feed siblings, charity hears
Up to 144,000 children live in hardship across New Zealand.
Thousands without power in Coromandel
An outage on the Transpower network is affecting up to 27,000 people.
'Men would stare at my boobs': Who's having cosmetic work done - and what it costs
Kiwis are increasingly using cosmetic doctors to help hold back time.
Nursing graduates 'at a loss' after alleged hospital hiring 'freeze'
Health NZ denies it has stopped hiring following outrage from nursing unions.