Weather
Bay of Plenty on alert for possible flooding
The regional council now has its flood monitoring protocols in place as it prepares for up to 110mm of rain in the region.
Auckland slammed as heavy rain arrives overnight
All areas under an orange heavy rain warning received a "decent amount" of it overnight, MetService says.
Flash flooding possible as downpours hit Bay of Plenty
Heavy rain is causing localised downpours in Bay of Plenty, west of Ōpōtiki - and other parts of the country should expect some too.
Heavy rain, high humidity to hit parts of the country
MetService has issued heavy rain warnings and watches for some parts of the country this week as a warm air mass brings wet, humid and warm tropical weather.
Fiji issues landslide and flood warnings amid persistent rain
The National Disaster Risk Management Office is advising people to keep up-to-date with official weather reports and to avoid crossing flooded roads, crossings or walkways.
Fair Weather part 1
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Carnage at Cup Week as violent thunderstorm hits Canterbury
Heavy rain and thunder hit the Canterbury region, damaging roofs in Timaru and disrupting the races at Riccarton Park.
Severe thunderstorm warnings lifted for Central North Island
A severe thunderstorm watch will remain in place until 7pm Friday.
Plea for automated river warning system at Cyclone Gabrielle inquest
A witness has warned the coroner that more people will be harmed, unless councils set alert levels for rivers. Audio
How prepared are we for solar storms?
Last night, stargazers were treated to a spectacular show as the Southern Lights lit up the skies in the south. Thanks in part to Dr Daniel MacManus from the University of Otago, our infrastructure… Audio
Rare geomagnetic storm puts on stunning aurora display
A rare geomagnetic storm last night created a spectacular display of aurora in the night skies. One of those watching was Tuhura Otago Museum's director Dr Ian Griffin. He spoke to Charlotte Cook. Audio
Hawke's Bay water restrictions begin as record low aquifer levels recorded
Water restrictions have begun in Hastings and Napier as consistent dry conditions create record-low aquifer levels in parts of the district.
Handful remain without power, three weeks after storm
The state of emergency was lifted for Southland and Clutha last Friday.
'Potentially damaging winds', heavy rain forecast to hit parts of North Island
MetService has issued a series of alerts, including an orange heavy rain warning for the Bay of Plenty and parts of Gisborne.
Midday Report Essentials for Wednesday 12 November 2025
The fallout from a damning finding of serious misconduct and now confirmation of a coverup at the highest levels of the police is continuing; A charity boxing match in Wairoa has been cancelled due to… Audio
North Island set to be hit by heavy rain and strong winds
The North Island is set to be hit by heavy rain, strong winds and even thunderstorms on Wednesday afternoon. MetService meteorologist, Mmathapelo Makgabutlane spoke to Charlotte Cook. Audio
Simon Winchester's new book
The power of the wind is something best-selling author Simon Winchester knows a lot about. He's investigated it in a thought-provoking book called The Breath of the Gods: The History and Future of the… Audio
Philippines reeling after being hit by two typhoons in one week
The Philippines is reeling after being battered by two devastating typhoons within a week. Alnie Wagas' mother's entire village got washed away earlier this week, and she is currently living in a tent… Audio
No visible signs of fire as rain falls at Tongariro
A day of rain has put out all visible signs of a fire that burned through 2800 hectares of Tongariro National Park. Jimmy Ellingham is in Waimarino and spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
