New ZealandWild weather looms: Late winter storm set to bring gales, thunderstorms, heavy snowMetService is set to issue a series of severe weather warnings later this morning.30 Jul 10:00 PM
New ZealandPedestrian seriously injured after being hit by a carRoad closed, pedestrian in serious condition as fog hampers visibility.30 Jul 09:22 PM
New ZealandWhanganui weather: What to expect this weekA MetService meterologist said Wednesday was the day to look out for.30 Jul 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Big smiles, sunburn and sore legs': Ski operators stoked with two metres of snowfall"It feels like a reward for everyone’s who’s hung in there."30 Jul 03:33 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandNorthern Hemisphere's summer of 'global boiling' - and what it means for NZThe Northern Hemisphere is sweltering through an unprecedented summer. What can NZ expect?30 Jul 01:27 AM
New ZealandWeather: Frosty NZ morning to develop into clear skies and sunshineNo severe weather watches or warnings are in place over New Zealand this weekend.28 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandNiwa outlook: El Nino brings welcome change to wet winterAfter a wet start to 2023, NZ's north can expect a welcome shift to drier conditions.28 Jul 12:31 AM
New ZealandHuge hailstorm hits Auckland, thunderstorms to rumble across region in coming hoursSqually thunderstorms are sweeping across Auckland this afternoon.27 Jul 03:12 AM
New ZealandAuckland hit by hailHail hits multiple parts of Auckland. Video / Edward Swift / Nick De Friez / Rachel MaherWatch27 Jul 02:45 AM
New ZealandSun for Hawke’s Bay this weekend after hairy Friday startA reward for weathering a possible thunderstorm will be sun.27 Jul 12:28 AM
New ZealandGovt looking at rivalry between weather forecasting agenciesThe Government may shake up a long-running rivalry between MetService and Niwa.26 Jul 10:29 PM
WorldIs climate change making cloudbursts more frequent?Experts are alarmed by the increase in extreme weather-related events.26 Jul 10:12 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandMore back-to-back La Nina years likely with climate change, study suggestsBack-to-back La Nina events, like we've just seen, may become more frequent, study finds.26 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandMetService Wellington Weather: July 27thMetService Wellington Weather: July 27thWatch26 Jul 08:45 AM
New ZealandMetService Christchurch Weather: July 27thMetService Christchurch Weather: July 27thWatch26 Jul 08:42 AM
New ZealandMetService Auckland Weather: July 27thMetService Auckland Weather: July 27thWatch26 Jul 08:38 AM
WorldTyphoon displaces 12,000 people in the PhilippinesThere were no immediate reports of casualties after the typhoon.26 Jul 03:16 AM
New Zealand'Powerful' double water spouts hit TaranakiTwo water spouts have dazzled Taranaki locals.26 Jul 02:50 AM
New ZealandSinkholes could open up in other areas of Auckland says councilHeavy rains could cause more sinkholes to open across Auckland.25 Jul 11:48 PM
New ZealandState Highway 1 reopened between Taihape and WaiōuruThe Desert Road section of the highway remains closed.25 Jul 09:16 PM
New ZealandRush-hour delays as trains cancelled, winds slow traffic on Harbour BridgeWaka Kotahi has issued an amber alert for the harbour bridge from 1am until 11am.25 Jul 05:12 PM
New ZealandHarbour bridge warning as severe gales tipped to hit country tomorrowWaka Kotahi has issued an amber alert for the Auckland Harbour Bridge tomorrow morning.25 Jul 10:17 AM
New ZealandWhanganui in for 'very changeable weather'Heavy showers are predicted for Tuesday and Wednesday.24 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandWeather: Temperatures plunge and and strong winds blow this weekThose attending the NZ v Philippines match should back an extra jacket, experts warn.24 Jul 04:00 AM
PremiumPremiumWomen's Football World CupRevealed: Fifa's radical plans if weather turns ugly during World Cup in NZThe only previous Women’s World Cup to be staged in winter was in China in 1991.24 Jul 02:00 AM
WorldDozens die in flash floods in Afghanistan and PakistanOfficials say heavy flooding from seasonal rains has killed at least 44 people.24 Jul 01:09 AM
New ZealandMore than 30 flights cancelled, delayed after fog blankets Auckland, WaikatoAuckland Airport has issued a fog warning for travellers.23 Jul 10:25 PM
World'There was panic': Massive evacuation under way on Greek island of RhodesWildfires are burning for a sixth day in Rhodes on three fronts.23 Jul 08:43 PM
New ZealandResidents urged to evacuate as rain causes havoc in Canterbury, SH1 bridge closedSeveral parts of the major Canterbury highways are closed due to slips.23 Jul 05:52 AM
New ZealandHeavy rain and snow cause havoc in South IslandCivil Defence says people should be ready as the region braces for more rain.23 Jul 01:41 AM
New ZealandSouth Island to brace for severe weather impact after North Island batteredA slow-moving low over northern NZ is forecast to move slowly southeast this weekend.21 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandWild weather: Flooding, roads closed in Coromandel, Auckland; Harbour Bridge warning for commutersThere are heavy rain warnings and watches across a swathe of the North Island.21 Jul 07:49 AM
New ZealandCoromandel storm: Paediatric occupational therapist has to reshedule all appointments102mm of rain has fallen in eight hours with more to come.20 Jul 10:14 PM
New ZealandHeavy rain, strong winds forecast as amber alert issued for Harbour BridgeDrivers of high-sided vehicles and motorcyclists are advised to avoid the bridge.20 Jul 03:47 AM