The police cordon has been lifting allowing residents back into the worst-damaged neighbourhoods in Hobsonville after yesterday's deadly storms.

Some West Aucklanders affected by yesterday's tornado feel they were not prepared enough to deal with the emergency.

The recovery is underway after a series of deadly tornadoes ripped through Hobsonville, leaving a trail of destruction. Check here for the latest info.

A pet rescue operation was under way last night to find animals left behind when people fled the tornado.

The sky was grey and damp in the morning, and that was supposed to be about the worst of it.

The latest news on the damage and injuries following a tornado in west Auckland this afternoon.

Three people have been killed after severe weather - including a series of tornadoes - hit Auckland this afternoon.

The police armed offenders squad used flash-bang grenades to apprehend a man involved in a domestic incident in west Auckland last night.

Phil Smith tells Elisabeth Easther Waiatarua has been his family's home for 30 years.

Christchurch mayor Bob Parker doesn't pull any punches in a personal account of the earthquakes that rocked his city.

ANZ Bank sees no rush of customers to rivals with death of National brand.

Suzy Dunser tells Elisabeth Easther why she loves living in bush-clad Konini with husband Tom and daughters Erika (13) and Katie (11).

Waterfalls, a tramline and an exhilarating climb up a near-vertical staircase are all part of a Sunday walk for Danielle Wright in the Waitakere Ranges.

The Wellington Zoo's six-year-old male giraffe Seun died today after an operation to cure a painful hoof condition.

Internet giant's map showed Kiwi boy lying on road, car advancing during school drill.

We came here because we were meeting up with visitors from Wellington and wanted to try somewhere new.