Weather
Fears world's largest iceberg could hit South Atlantic island
Iceberg A23a spans an area twice the size of London and has been carefully tracked by scientists since 1986. Audio
Dates scheduled for hearings into Auckland flood, cyclone deaths
The hearings will take place over a six-week period in Auckland and Hastings.
'Crazy stuff': Tens of thousands without power after savage NSW storm
Lightning, wind and rain have wreaked havoc, leaving more than 25,000 properties without electricity.
Civil Defence ready for revamp in wake of Cyclone Gabrielle
A committee charged with making changes is intent on trusting "local voices" and building collaboration across the region.
Dangerous winds threaten Southern California fires days before Trump visit
They are sparking fears that progress made fighting wildfires could be reversed as the new president prepares to survey the damage.
Rain forecast for Auckland, Waikato anniversary weekend
People in Auckland and Waikato heading into the coming long weekend should keep their plans flexible as there could be some rain on the way.
Summer sun finally arrives in Wellington
After a chilly start to summer for many parts of the country, Wellingtonians are happy to be graced with some sunshine. Reporter Mary Argue has the story. Audio
Heavy rain in Tai Rāwhiti, Hawke's Bay now eased off
The heaviest rain in Tai Rāwhiti Gisborne and Hawke's Bay has passed, after MetService issued an orange heavy rain warning on Tuesday.
Heavy rain warning for Gisborne, Tai Rāwhiti overnight
Up to 100 mm of rain is expected over Gisborne City and Northern Tai Rāwhiti - until about 8am Wednesday.
'The epitome of Wellington on a good day'
And it's set to continue for the rest of the week.
All about allergies with Mark Dixon
Allergy NZ CEO Mark Dixon joins Anna Thomas to answer all your itchy, sneezy, stuffy questions. Audio
Auckland, Coromandel in storm's firing line early tomorrow
Residents are being warned to brace for heavy rain and gale-force winds as a subtropical low sweeps down from Northland.
Northland's fire ban eased as rain arrives
The decision means outdoor fires can only be lit with fire permits authorised by Fire and Emergency, returning Te Tai Tokerau to a restricted fire season.
Upper North Island braces for wild weather
Wild weather is expected to hit the upper North Island early this week. MetService meteorologist Clare O'Connor spoke to Paddy Gower. Audio
Heavy rain and gales for northern parts of North Island
There is a high chance of the heavy rain watch upgrading to a warning in Northland.
Wild weather on way for North Island
Heavy rain and strong winds are expected to hit Northland, Auckland and Coromandel over the next couple of days.
Severe weather in New South Wales continues into third day
The State Emergency Service has responded to 2825 incidents in the past 24 hours.
Weather: Wellington's summer finally arrives
The first weather warnings for 2025 could come next week, MetService says, but not before we enjoy a "long-awaited summer feel".
Queensland battered by hail, winds
More than 1700 residents remain without power after a storm with winds possibly stronger than 90km/h fell trees.
Worst storm in years pounds Sydney
More than 140,000 homes have been without power while a man was killed when a tree fell on his car.