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Motueka prepares for floods

The Motueka ITM team took the initiative to fill sandbags in preparation for wet weather and potential flooding from tomorrow. Video / George Heard

Noble false widow spider establishes itself in New Zealand

One of the world’s most invasive arachnids is thriving in urban areas in Aotearoa.

Foodstuff supermarkets face salad shortages as storm delivers 'logistical hit'

Spinach, mesclun and other salad greens are currently in limited supply.

How Savea's position shapes the All Blacks' loose forward strategy

Three rookies are poised to debut as All Blacks ponder a reshuffle for first French test.

Warmer, wetter months ahead as tropical weather patterns impact NZ

'While cold snaps and frost will occur, they are expected to be less frequent than usual.'

Atmospheric river to swamp parts of northern NZ, flood-hit South Island braces for fresh deluge

Soldiers and Fire and Emergency rapid response teams are being sent to Tasman to help.

'Knew he was gone': Truck driver describes cyclist he'd hit lying on ground

A judge says the truck driver wasn't at fault, as the road markings lacked clarity.

Watch: The moment a young family loses new home in swollen raging river

Even the young children's teddy bears were washed away.

'Hysterics': Pet dog Shiva swept into drains during flooding found safe 24 hours later

The pet dog was sucked into the drainage system during the weekend's heavy rain event.

'Substantial' damage: Flood recovery efforts ramp up in Nelson-Tasman

Residents are urged to remain cautious after weekend flooding in Nelson-Tasman.

The 'Blind Skiwi' chasing Paralympic dreams - On the Up

Thomas Coysh is doing his best to live life to the fullest.

'The truth always comes out': Victim confronts rapist

She struggled to understand how he got any enjoyment from what he had done to her.

Ranfurly Shield-winning prop retires at 28 due to 'head knocks'

Joel Hintz's proudest moment was lifting the Log o' Wood as his side arrived in Napier.

Is it a toastie if it's shaped like a Jenga block?

Filled with prawn, looking like sushi – an eatery thinks it's onto an NZ toastie winner.

Severe weather eases after person dies in flood clean-up, recovery phase begins

A person died in Wai-iti, south of Nelson, after being hit by a tree yesterday.

Council's flood response leaves resident frustrated

Residents built a sandbag wall to protect homes from flooding.

'Ocean killers': Talley's threaten legal action after activists' at-sea bottom trawling protest

Greenpeace demands an end to bottom trawling, calling it destructive.

'Worst news': Person dies after being hit by tree while clearing floodwaters near Nelson

The incident happened at Wai-iti, southeast of Wakefield, this morning.