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'Super dumb': Kayakers take on roaring Dunedin Water of Leith rivers
One person described their actions as “Disappointing but not at all surprising”.
Dunedin kayakers braves rising waters of Leith River
Adventurous Dunedin kayakers have taken to the rising water of the Leith River as the region prepares for a heavy dump of rain. Video / Jared Greenwood
Severe flooding in Dunedin
The highest possible weather warning has been issued for Dunedin. Video / Supplied
MetService Severe Weather Warning - 3 October
MetService Severe Weather Warning - 3 October
Weather warnings across NZ: Severe thunderstorms, potential flash flooding and 80km/h gales
MetService issued a swathe of alerts for the South and North Islands.
33-hr drenching: Severe thunderstorms for upper North Island, snowstorms, downpours in south
Snowstorms are also forecast for parts of south. Severe weather alerts are out across NZ.
MetService Severe Weather Warning: October 1st - 3rd
MetService Severe Weather Warning: October 1st - 3rd. Video / Metservice
Intense downpours to hit NZ, warnings issued for upper north
Auckland has a cloudy Thursday forecast, but heavy rain is tipped for tomorrow.
Downpours to hit tomorrow as heavy rain expected throughout October
A weather system is set to douse New Zealand tomorrow, with more expected in October.
'Bad start for holidays': Days of rain from midweek, MetService issues first warnings
Month's worth of rain to drench Bay of Plenty; snow forecast for south.
Sunny start across country to holiday week but rain, snow snap looms
Make the most of the fine weather ahead of the next stormy spell to hit midweek.
Israel continues to bomb Beirut as Florida floods | Focus Morning Bulletin September 28, 2024
Israel continues its attack through the Middle East, as governments around the world continue to talk about a ceasefire and tropical storm Helene tears through Florida.
Severe stormy conditions to strike parts of NZ, what's in store for school holidays?
Temperatures are also due to plunge by 15C; bad weather will move north on Friday.
Traveller reveals how she captured incredible shot of Aurora Australis during NZ flight
The stunning photos quickly gained attention online.
Spring storm: Fresh bout of heavy rain, gales and snow to sweep up NZ
Multiple wind and rain watches and warnings are in force.
MetService Severe Weather Warning: September 24th - 26th
MetService Severe Weather Warning: September 24th - 26th
Civil Defence warns to secure property ahead of powerful 120km/h gales blasting central regions
MetService said damage to trees, power lines, and unsecured structures were possible.
MetService Severe Weather Warning: Monday 23rd September - Tuesday 24th September
MetService Severe Weather Warning: Monday 23rd September
'Lightning all around us': Thunderstorms sweep North Island causing power outages
From 12pm to 3pm, there had been about 6800 lightning strikes over the North Island.
MetService National Weather: September 20th - September 22nd
MetService National Weather: September 20th - September 22nd Video / MetService
Electricity warning after frigid snap; more thunderstorms to come today
An unstable westerly flow is expected to bring heavy showers and possible small hail.
Jetstar passengers evacuated after stairs blown into plane
Powerful gusts of up to 100 km/h are expected to roar across the north this afternoon.
MetService Severe Weather Warning: Tuesday 17th September
MetService Severe Weather Warning: Tuesday 17th September Video / MetService
Breanna Muriwai search and chilly blast hits NZ | Focus Morning Bulletin September 17, 2024
Police search property in hunt for Breanna Muriwai's remains, wild weather hits parts of the country and suspect in Trump assassination attempt appears in court.
MetService Weather: 16th of September - 18th of September
MetService Weather: 16th of September - 18th of September. Video / Metservice
Heavy snow and thunderstorms to hit New Zealand
'If you must travel, ensure you have snow chains, sleeping bags ... and emergency items.'
North Island faces heavy rain after South Island snow dump
Waitomo, Taumarunui, Taupo, Taihape and Taranaki may face the brunt of the rain.
MetService Severe Weather Warning: Friday 13th September
MetService Severe Weather Warning: Friday 13th September.
South Islanders brace for travel disruptions, power outages as heavy rain and snow looms
With lambing and calving season under way, farmers are being urged to prepare.
MetService Severe Weather Warning: Thursday 12th September
MetService Severe Weather Warning: Thursday 12th September. Video / MetService
Snow for Auckland? Model shows 'polar streamer', forecaster predicts cold surge
Weather pattern looks 'favourable' for snowfall, Niwa says.
MetService Severe Weather: Wednesday September 11th
MetService Severe Weather: Wednesday September 11th Video / MetService
Cyclone Gabrielle recovery to continue until 2030, report says
More than 3400 Northland homes were damaged, with insurance claims of $38m.