WorldHurricane Ian leaves dozens dead as focus goes on rescue and recoveryPowerful storm terrorised millions, caused 30 deaths in Florida, Cuba and North Carolina.01 Oct 06:36 PM
WorldHurricane Ian lashes South Carolina as Florida's death toll climbsHurricane Ian pounded coastal South Carolina leaving at least 27 people dead.01 Oct 03:32 AM
New ZealandRoad wreckage fears in Central Hawke's Bay, could cost up to three times roading budgetDamage of $40m is possible, with 35 slips already and more bad weather on the horizon.22 Sep 02:52 AM
New ZealandHome evacuated after dramatic slip in Lower HuttThe residents have now been allowed back into their home.21 Jul 11:09 PM
New ZealandGale force southerly slams Wellington - rips wing mirror off carThe wild weather has grounded flights, flooded streets, and torn the roof off a cafe.21 Jul 04:40 AM
New ZealandWatch: Wild waves smash ferry during sailingThe ferry was one of the only ones which departed from Wellington this morning.21 Jul 04:23 AM
New Zealand'Working through the night': Major storm clean-up confronts North Island residentsA list of state highways are also impassable or obstructed by slips and flooding.12 Jul 06:16 AM
New ZealandTornado rips through home; risk of more as wild weather lashes NZ"It lasted 30 seconds but that 30 seconds was absolutely terrifying to say the least."11 Jun 06:08 AM
New ZealandKiwis wake to storms and snowfall as dreary winter weather hits most of NZWith severe wind and thunderstorm watches in place, DoC warns it's safer to stay put.10 Jun 09:30 PM
New Zealand'Four days of unstable weather': Electrical storms, gales, snow to sea levelForecasters expect the storm to linger to the middle of next week.10 Jun 02:40 AM
New ZealandWild weather: Waikanae tornado, pines hurled through roofA worker held onto the doors of his business with all his might as the twister passed.09 Jun 03:37 AM
New ZealandLarge hail, torrential rain: Severe thunderstorm warning for WestlandRisk of severe thunderstorms for some western parts of South Island.08 Jun 04:20 AM
New ZealandAuckland, North Island centres under severe storm watch - harbour bridge warningMetService has issued weather warnings and watches for much of New Zealand.31 May 05:26 PM
New Zealand'Waves of rain' for NZ, severe thunderstorms possible for North IslandRainfall of up to 40mm an hour is forecast in Northland this evening.28 May 10:05 PM
New ZealandStorm tragedy: Woman crushed by tree in Cambridge namedMargaret Evelyn was sheltering near a picnic table when the oak crashed down.25 May 09:28 PM
WorldTornado batters western German city; at least 40 injuredA tornado swept through the city of Paderborn, injuring at least 40 people.20 May 09:16 PM
New Zealand'It was devastating': Witnesses tell of tragedy as toppled tree crushes womanIt took time for emergency services to free the critically injured woman, who later died.20 May 09:43 AM
New ZealandWild weather: Tornado, gales - woman dies after being crushed by tree; harbour bridge lanes closedWild weather has hit the country.20 May 03:31 AM
New ZealandHow much and who pays, part of major climate adaptation processIt will tackle the thorny issue of managed retreat, when areas become inhabitable.26 Apr 10:08 PM
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New ZealandWild week: Storm damage payouts expected to total 'tens of millions'Two major flooding events in the space of five days are going to prove costly.25 Mar 04:00 PM
New Zealand'We haven't had time to breathe': Gisborne mayor dissects week that's beenRehette Stoltz says council staff are working around the clock to address the fallout.25 Mar 03:56 AM
New ZealandHawke's Bay storm: SH2 reopens, heavy rain warning tonightWaka Kotahi urges people to drive with care with further heavy rain expected overnight.25 Mar 02:56 AM
World'Wizard of Oz ride': Tornado picks up house with family insideFrenzied search for disabled girl on a respirator who was still inside the house.24 Mar 04:07 AM
New ZealandMore than 1000 insurance claims from battering stormsInsurer busy as claims come in.21 Mar 09:30 PM
New ZealandWatch: Wreck of sunken fishing boat Enchanter shown in new footageThe footage was shot from a helicopter involved in the rescue.21 Mar 06:14 PM
New ZealandFlooding chaos - huge thunder storm causes havoc; 4000 lightning strikesMany parts of the North Island are bearing the brunt of thunderstorms and torrential rain.20 Mar 08:12 PM
New ZealandWatch: Wild winds hit; warnings of heavy rain, tornados; motorists urged to check conditionsForecasters expect to see dramatic weather in the top half of the North Island.20 Mar 06:26 AM
New ZealandRainmaker set to strike North Island: Warning of strong winds, downpours, thunderstormsHeavy rain warnings and watches are in place for the upper North Island.20 Mar 12:22 AM
New Zealand'Cone of uncertainty' for northern NZ as cyclone formsUnlike Cyclone Dovi, this low-pressure zone has a more complicated journey.27 Feb 03:11 AM
New ZealandSevere thunderstorm warning for GisborneThese thunderstorms are expected to be accompanied by very heavy rain.20 Feb 08:09 AM
New ZealandMore heavy rain on the way this weekMany in the North Island will be spending the public holiday indoors as rain is forecast.06 Feb 10:57 PM
New Zealand'Great relief': Buller mayor says they've escaped the worst, Kiri Allan praises responseParts of the Westland district recorded more than a metre of rain in three days.05 Feb 02:28 AM
New ZealandWest Coast floods: Stranded parents, kids in nappies rescued by chopper as floodwaters riseA mother and two young children in nappies were helped off the helicopter.04 Feb 02:31 AM
