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Heavy downpours set for North Island this week
Heavy rain watch issued for Hawke's Bay and Gisborne ahead of subtropical system.
Clear weather for fans at Wellington Phoenix game; freezing night for the south
MetService has a raft of advisories in place for the lower south.
Heavy snow warnings for lower South, clear skies for Wellington Phoenix fans
Multiple snowfall road warnings are in place around the lower South Island.
Snowy south, sunny north in weekend of weather contrasts
'Choice' weather is on the way for our biggest city but there are snow warnings for south.
Almost 1800 lightning strikes recorded as thunderstorms lash North Island
MetService has warned tornadoes are possible for parts of the North Island overnight.
Severe weather hits Thames
A possible tornado hit Thames this morning, downing trees and cutting power to hundreds of homes. Video / Jason Shaw
600 lightning strikes, hundreds without power as severe weather hits Bay of Plenty
Isolated thunderstorms with possible strong wind gusts continue to affect the region.
Heavy rain to lash North Island, tornadoes possible, forecasters warn
The top of the North Island will bear the brunt of heavy downpours in the morning.
Expert believes Enchanter boat should have stayed put amid 'gnarly and confused' weather
The Enchanter skipper continues to stand trial following the deaths of five men.
Queues of cars at vantage point for Kiwis keen to catch last glimpse of aurora
One Wellingtonian described the situation as 'complete chaos'.
'Complete chaos': Hundreds of cars jam Wellington's south coast, where to see the aurora
Aucklanders have received a stroke of luck regarding glimpsing the aurora tonight.
Solar storm causes autopilot wobbles for Kiwi Tesla drivers
There were broadband satellite and GPS satellite issues.
National power grid emergency further extended
The coldest spot this morning was in the central North Island.
'Ecstatic' newlyweds in dazzling wedding photos with aurora night sky
'It’s a dream come true.'
Incredible photos: Stunning aurora dazzles NZ skies
An aurora australis graced New Zealand's skies as far as Northland this morning.
Space storm upgraded to 'extreme' as Transpower extends 'grid emergency' notice again
'Our control rooms are monitoring the event' – grid operator.
Stunning aurora lights up NZ skies
An aurora australis danced across Aotearoa’s skies this morning to the delight of photographers nationwide. Video / WISP Media
'Just incredible': Stunning aurora lights up NZ skies – plus the best place to catch it tonight
An aurora australis graced New Zealand's skies as far as Northland this morning.
BoP residents wake to icy temps, Minister praises restraint amid grid crisis
The country’s grid operator Transpower issued a warning notice.
'Third-world stuff': Energy minister praises chilly Kiwis' restraint amid grid crisis
The country’s grid operator issued a warning notice in advance.
Focus: South Island Pharmacies investigated
Several South Island pharmacies have allegedly given unnecessary immunisations. Video / NZ herald / Getty
Focus: Temperatures drop amid grid crisis
Households have been warned of overloading the country’s power grid today. Video / NZ Herald
'Third-world stuff': Crisis meeting held ahead of grid emergency as polar blast bears down
Friday promises NZ's coldest day of 2024 - and more frosty temperatures are due tonight.
Coldest day of 2024 so far: Kiwis wake to frosts, snow with more cold temps on way
MetService says this May has been a stark contrast to the warmer conditions last year.
'Cold snap': Meteorologists confirm May temperatures lower than usual
The end of autumn is set to be cooler than usual, according to a council climate report.
'Winter-like surge': Temperatures drop in region, -4.4C on Desert Rd
Weather remains sunny but chilly,
Focus: Kiwis wake to chilly conditions
The country is in the middle of a 'winter-like surge' as polar air plunges temperatures. Video / NZ Herald / MetService
Ponsonby killer’s past, Budget tease and temperatures plunge | Focus Morning Bulletin May 9, 2024
New details emerge about the Ponsonby Road killer’s criminal past, Nicola Wilis teases her upcoming Budget and polar air sees temperatures plunge in the latest NZ Herald headlines.
Gisborne group fights for bridge funding to save family farms
Bridging Tairāwhiti, a Gisborne group, campaigns for bridge repairs post-Cyclone.
Power warning as chilly blast arrives was a 'trial', snow coming, frosts for Auckland
Auckland temps are set to drop to 6C tonight, with tomorrow night being even cooler at 4C.
Two Waikato districts in for 'below-freezing' nights
In some places, Thursday night will see temperatures drop to -2C.
Has winter come early for Hawke's Bay?
Once the cloud clears frost is set to make a more noticeable appearance.
MetService National Weather: May 8th - May 11th
MetService National Weather: May 8th - May 11th. Video / MetService