New ZealandFailed kayak bid shows size of challengeKayaker Scott Donaldson's aborted attempt to cross the Tasman Sea shows just how treacherous the ocean can become in fierce storms.11 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandWinter storm not done yetTonight will be the third cold night without power for thousands of households as more stormy conditions continue to batter the top of the North Island.10 Jul 08:04 AM
New ZealandStorm: Thousands still without powerThousands of people are still without power across the north following a severe storm which battered the country over the past two days.09 Jul 07:00 PM
New ZealandHarvesting of native timber a 'massive victory'The Government’s decision to allow harvesting of native timber felled by Cyclone Ita on West Coast conservation land is a “massive victory”.21 Jun 02:31 AM
New ZealandNew law to let cyclone-felled trees be milledParliament is expected to pass urgent legislation to enable the recovery of native timber blown over in Cyclone Ita on West Coast public conservation land.20 Jun 10:47 PM
OpinionEditorial: A week to fix storm damage far too longWild weather is hardly unexpected this time of the year. Aucklanders have every reason to believe any problem arising from strong winds or heavy rain will be handled efficiently.20 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandTeen's 6km walk in stormA 14-year-old was forced to walk home in a storm after his Hop card was blocked - but his father insists it had more than $20 credit on it.16 Jun 08:00 PM
New ZealandStorm legacy still lingeringAlmost a week after a damaging storm, some Auckland residents were still without hot water last night while the last few houses were having their power restored.16 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandOutrage at power outagesA Titirangi resident says a live power line has been left on his driveway since Wednesday's storm, and Vector is responding sluggishly.14 Jun 09:05 AM
New ZealandFamily without power for three daysA Glen Eden family are fed up at being without power three days after an Auckland storm, despite numerous calls to their power company.13 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandSunshine on the way after wild weekMuch of the North Island is expected to bathe in sunshine over the next couple of days, providing some relief after the storms that caused flooding and damage.12 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandRains finally ease for North IslandThe heavy rain is easing for most of the North Island and will move off tonight.12 Jun 06:43 AM
WorldTsunami created North Sea 'Atlantis'A prehistoric land mass once connecting Britain to mainland Europe may have been wiped out by a 5m-high tsunami, according to new research.02 May 05:19 AM
WorldNo pets in twister shelterJerry Starr thought he was taking the safe approach when a twister was reported heading towards his suburban neighbourhood outside Oklahoma City last May.26 Apr 08:23 PM
New ZealandWet weather to slowly improveHoliday makers and children home for the school break might have to dodge showers this week.20 Apr 02:26 AM
New ZealandThe big clean-upPeople around Christchurch are being advised to watch out for potholes, debris and surface water following yesterday's extreme weather.18 Apr 10:10 PM
New ZealandStorm wreaks havoc through southThe worst of the miserable weather that caused havoc through parts of the country is over but some will be spending the long weekend cleaning up the mess.18 Apr 04:15 PM
WorldCyclone Ita hits QueenslandCyclone Ita has hit far north Queensland's coast with wind speeds of more than 200 kilometres an hour.11 Apr 11:21 AM
New Zealand'Batten down the hatches'Severe weather from Tropical Cyclone Lusi could cause more trouble for Christchurch residents struggling with last week's storm clean-up, weather forecasters say.12 Mar 02:40 AM
New ZealandStorm set to 'pack a punch'The remnants of Tropical Cyclone Lusi are on track to hit New Zealand this weekend, forecasters say, with the North Island likely to bear the brunt of the storm.11 Mar 02:03 AM
New ZealandCyclone's remains forecast to hit NZ"It's going to be a waiting game the next few days." Forecasters are watching as a potentially damaging tropical storm forms, which could hit the North Island.09 Mar 04:30 PM
WorldJets thrown around 'like paper planes' in stormFive jets that were set to land at Heathrow and Gatwick during the Valentine's Day storm were forced to issue distress calls as they were thrown around "like paper planes", it has been reported.16 Feb 07:08 PM
WorldAfter winds, rain and floods comes iceThree people have died in the latest storms across Britain, but as they finally ease the Met Office warns the country will be gripped by ice.16 Feb 04:30 PM
WorldNew storm hits battered UKBritain's emergency relief effort for floods has been labelled the biggest since the Blitz in World War II.15 Feb 04:30 PM
WorldEngland battered by harsh stormHeavy rain, high tides and strong winds pounded England's southern coast, washing away a stretch of rail line, damaging an iconic seaside pier and leaving thousands of homes without power.05 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandOuch! Storms cause costly claimsLast year was one of the most expensive years ever for storm damage, with $174m of insurance claims lodged for weather-related events.27 Jan 10:50 PM
WorldStudy links global warming to increase in El Nino eventsExtreme versions of the El Nino weather phenomenon could double in frequency in the next 100 years.20 Jan 04:30 PM
New ZealandCyclone's fury smashes 400 homesOfficials in Tonga say it's 'almost unbelievable' there weren't more fatalities in the devastation caused by a powerful cyclone that smashed 400 houses.13 Jan 04:30 PM
