Dramatic shift in weather: Downpours, thunderstorms, gales, brief snowfalls
The string of warm days is set to end as a cold southwest change begins its journey.
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MetService forecasts Twizel, Wānaka and Timaru could be some of the warmest spots today.
Rain warnings in place for much of the South Island’s west coast
Heavy rain may cause streams and rivers to rise rapidly in the South Island this week.
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Widespread flooding in Hawke's Bay
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Northland first in line for wild wind and heavy rain as Lola arrives
Eastern and northern coastlines are set to be pummelled by monster 6m waves.
Severe weather warnings and watches for North Island as remnants of Lola sweep in
In addition to winds and rain, large waves are also expected to affect eastern coasts.
All clear given in Vanuatu, Lola downgraded to ex-tropical cyclone
The low-pressure system is currently sitting to the northeast of the capital Port Vila.
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Election day weather: Severe gales, heavy showers to soak voters this Saturday
"Rain is firstly going to fall on the West Coast, and it will move up the North Island."
Tornado flips caravan at campsite; wild spring weather causing disruption
Wind gusts have topped 130km/h in Auckland, while a twister tipped a caravan in Buller.
'Rain, damaging wind, hail': Thunderstorms to batter Auckland, Northland; Harbour Bridge warning
Wet weather across the NI and some of the SI in a strong, cold, unstable southwest flow.
MetService Severe Weather Warning: September 26th - 27th
MetService Severe Weather Warning: September 26th - 27th. Video / NZHerald
Whanganui weather: What to expect this weekend
Wind warnings and weather watches could be issued for the region.
Libya flooding death toll soars to 11,300, 10,100 reported missing
A UN official said that most casualties could have been avoided.
Heavy rain watch issued for 29 hours in Auckland, Northland
MetService said heavy rain is possible in Northland, Auckland and Coromandel Peninsula.
Tropically-charged storm to usher in spring, days of rain and wind for top of NZ
After a sunny week, it's all going downhill - just in time for the weekend.
Polar-laced thunderstorms to batter west, new weekend storm in wings
Electrical storms are set to sweep over both islands across the day.
FENZ investigation finds lack of landslide-related training for firefighters
'FENZ’s risk management systems did not identify landslides as a hazard.'
Weather: South Island gets more snow, roadfall warnings, Auckland in for showers
MetService issues heavy snow warnings, watches in South Island, Desert Rd to get flurries.
‘Executive tension’: NZ’s weather wars – official papers reveal safety concerns, conflict between Niwa, MetService
'Settings of MetService and Niwa may be inefficient and could lead to public safety risk'.
Auckland sees break from wild weather, as dry but cold days expected
Football and rugby fans should expect dry conditions for their games.
Snow watch issued for Taihape and north Whanganui
Whanganui City recorded thunderstorm conditions and near-gale-force winds.
Watch: Intense lightning over Tokoroa as weather worsens
Time Lapse video of lightning from Arthur St, Tokoroa. Video / Dave Shaw
Watch: Heavy snow falling over the Crown Range
Heavy snow has been seen falling over the Crown Range, as weather warnings continue. Video / Jim
'Triple whammy': Gales, heavy rain, snow as 'blizzard-like' storm nears
MetService has issued a 'triple-whammy' of strong wind, heavy snow, heavy rain watches.
Typhoon displaces 12,000 people in the Philippines
There were no immediate reports of casualties after the typhoon.
'Powerful' double water spouts hit Taranaki
Two water spouts have dazzled Taranaki locals.
Sinkholes could open up in other areas of Auckland says council
Heavy rains could cause more sinkholes to open across Auckland.
Strong wind watch for Hawke’s Bay for Matariki long weekend
Winds could rise to gale force late on Thursday and into Friday.
All harbour bridge lanes reopen after 'severe' wind gusts, reduce speed limits remain
Wind speeds in Super City forecast to reach 90km/h - Warnings of downed trees, power cuts.
Beijing sizzles under record heat wave
Beijing experienced its second-hottest day on record – with temperatures soaring to 41.1C.