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Auckland shop owners and residents react to Cyclone Tam
Auckland residents and shop owners are feeling the aftermath of Cyclone Tam this morning. Video / NZ Herald
Heavy storm batters Auckland, Luxon heads to the UK as Easter show begins | NZ Herald News Update
Heavy weather hit Auckland to begin the weekend, as the Prime Minister heads to the UK then Gallipoli for Anzac Day.
Cyclone Tam floods Auckland following lightning storm
A Civil Defence centre has been set up in Auckland overnight after intense thunderstorms sparked “significant flooding” across the city. Video / NZ Herald
MetService National Weather Update: April 18th - April 23rd
MetService National Weather Update: April 18th - April 23rd. Video / MetService
Paeroa Towing Services rescues stranded cars from flooding overnight
In a social media post today, the company said seven vehicles were probably written off as a result of last night's flooding. Video / Paeroa Towing
Easter weather shown over New Zealand in new NIWA graphic
Hair feeling curlier than usual? You can thank the tropical air being ushered in by the remnants of Cyclone Tam! Video / NIWA
Flooding on SH25 near Coromandel
SH25 near Coromandel is closed due to severe flooding. Video / Supplied
Auckland man uses ute in rescue of stricken crane truck
The crane truck - and driver - were stranded over a 10-metre gully when Mike Mitchell and his dog Odin came to the rescue. Video / Supplied
Dramatic video of Waitotara Hotel fire
The fire took hold last night in the South Taranaki township, destroying the hotel. Video / Supplied
Shane Jones urges Chatham Islanders to apply for Regional Infrastructure Fund
Minister Shane Jones is encouraging applications to his $1.2 billion Regional Infrastructure Fund to help with the Chatham Islands' many challenges. Video / Cameron Pitney
Alan Bayly on 40 years at Te Kamo High School
He remembers the first computer at the school, he's older than most of the buildings, and he still gets joy from that moment the 'penny drops' for students.
Heavy rain, strong winds lash Auckland's CBD
Strong gale-force winds lash Auckland's CBD tonight as a storm moves across the country. Video / NZ Herald
Truck on its side near Kaiwaka
Emergency services could be seen attending after a truck fell on its side near Kaiwaka. Video / Supplied
Auckland Arena pitches for Western Springs’ new stadium
New footage shows an in-depth look at the proposed Auckland Arena.
The Hits' PJ Harding shares wild story of second child’s birth live on air
The Kiwi radio broadcaster, who is currently on maternity leave, said she gave birth within minutes of arriving to hospital. Video / The Hits
Ngāti Toa holds first citizens’ assembly
One hundred people aged 8-80 brainstormed environmental solutions. Video / Isaac Te Reina
Wind and swell batter Northland
Helena Bay, northeast of central Whangārei, is battered by large swells, winds and high tides on Thursday. Video / Denise Piper
Ex-tropical Cyclone Tam update
Fire and Emergency is responding to concerns about a roof lifting off a home on Beach Road in Campbells Bay as Cyclone Tam hits the North Island.
Worst weather yet to come and Mark Lundy has another chance at freedom | NZ Herald News Update
Worst weather yet to come, Mark Lundy has another chance at freedom and most state schools running at capacity or above.
Kea Kids News: Bunnies laying chocolate eggs? Isn’t that weird?
Reporter Filoialii hops back in time, to discover the secret history of the Easter Bunny, and how other favourite Easter traditions evolved through the years and across the world.
Inside the Rovers: Kiwi Steve
Stephen Hoyle opens up on the pride of now calling himself a Kiwi and the strong bonds that bought him back to Napier. Video / Neil Reid
Cyclone Tam: Auckland Easter Show pushes ahead despite rain and wind
Auckland’s Easter Show organisers are pushing on with this year’s event, despite wet and windy conditions being forecast. Video / Corey Fleming
Cyclone Tam: Strong winds hit Auckland beaches
Strong winds hit Ōrewa and Ōnetangi beaches as Cyclone Tam intensifies. Video/ Sylvie Whinray, Sarah de Croy
Andrew Little in studio with Newstalk ZB's Nick Mills
Former Labour Party leader Andrew Little has announced his candidacy for Wellington's Mayor. He joins Newstalk ZB's Nick Mills to discuss his plans in the job. Video / NewstalkZB
Tropical Cyclone Tam - Everything you need to know
Tropical Cyclone Tam is heading towards New Zealand, bringing 100km/h winds to Auckland, Northland and the Coromandel. Video / Michael Craig / Ben Dickens / Metservice
Wet and windy weather at Ocean Beach, Whangarei Heads as Cyclone Tam approaches
Tropical Cyclone Tam is expected to be reclassified as an ex-tropical cyclone as it reaches cooler waters. Video / Karina Cooper
Ray Chung calls Tory Whanau 'full of s***'
The councillor and mayoral hopeful has been criticised for missing a 'vital' meeting.
Elephant herd in Californian zoo reacts to earthquake to protect their young
Video shows elephants huddling protectively around their young at San Diego Zoo Safari Park during a 5.2 magnitude earthquake.
Simeon Brown health infrastructure announcement
Simeon Brown is set to make a health infrastructure announcement live from Auckland. Video / NZ Herald
Health NZ looking to avoid doctor's strike and heavy rain and winds inbound | NZ Herald News Update
Health NZ looking to avoid doctor's strike, heavy rain and wild winds in the North Island and signs of confidence returning to property market.
Viva Beauty Awards 2025
Nominations are now open for this year's Viva Beauty Awards 2025.
Supermarket shakeup
Grocery commissioner Pierre van Heerden doubles down on calls for a third big retailer and wholesaler to compete with Foodstuffs and Woolworths, speaking with BusinessDesk.
Kea Kids News: Up the Dale! Future All Blacks slip ‘n slide into a brand new season
Reporter Hayden is at the Silverdale Rugby Club Junior Muster, where players are tackling the new season with a massive obstacle course and fundraising for new gear.
Former assistant principal linked to religious group under FBI probe
Douglas Martin, who was convicted of filming up girls' skirts in 2013, was an elder in a controversial religious movement under FBI investigation.
Severe Weather Update: April 15th
MetService has issued its latest Severe Weather Warnings ahead of the big storm. Video / MetService
NZ Herald Live: Prime Minister Christopher Luxon speaks to the media
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon is joined by Police Minister Mark Mitchell and Justice Minister Paul Goldsmith. Video / NZ Herald
Zuru Toys co-founder Nick Mowbray talks to Mike Hosking
Zuru Toys co-founder Nick Mowbray speaks on the impacts of United States tariffs on China. Video / Newstalk ZB
NZ Herald Live: School property announcement
Erica Stanford is set to make a school property announcement in Auckland. Video / NZ Herald
Tourism New Zealand and a faster way to detect cancer may have been found | NZ Herald News Update
Tourism New Zealand campaign gets green light, a faster way to detect cancer may have been found and New Zealanders going overseas has shown its first sign of slowing down.