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Severe weather warning: Auckland Harbour Bridge closures likely
And there are warnings for other regions as a low-pressure system brings wild weather.
'Active weather coming': Heavy rain, wind forecast to sweep back across NZ
Today will offer a brief sunny and calm respite in a wild few days of weather.
St Kentigern edge Grammar; Nelson fall; Lindisfarne strike form
St Kentigern have continued their winning start to the season.
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Nelson flooding: Workers use cars to block street from ‘idiot’ drivers creating waves
Nelson is bearing the brunt of heavy rain.
Severe thunderstorm watch issued for parts of North Island
Wild weather in the south looks to be improving, with northern areas in the firing line.
Heavy rain moves north as wet weather system crosses New Zealand
MetService has issued heavy rain and strong wind watches for the middle of the country.
Severe weather warnings as heavy rain, strong winds approach the country
A front is sweeping in from the Tasman Sea.
New flight routes and cruises, coral restorations, burger festivals, and luxury walks
New routes and cruises to make your travel days better.
Auckland golf course at centre of flood plan debate as decision looms
'Why would you want to save the golf course when homes and businesses are being ruined?'
Rain, wind and thunder on the way as front sweeps in from the Tasman
MetService has issued safety warnings and advice before bad weather hits NZ on Sunday.
Editorial: Show us your plan to prosperity, Nicola Willis
OPINION: New Zealand's infrastructure deficit is estimated at $210 billion.
'Deeply concerning': NZ's cruise industry sounds alarm as ship visits drop 40%
Despite an initial rebound post-Covid, cruise bookings have dropped sharply this season.
'Terrifying': Union urges tougher laws after stevedore's nighttime fall from ship into sea
The Government says changing laws governing visiting ships is 'complex' and 'difficult'.
Woman who set her own home alight rescued by heroic neighbour - then jailed
Kristle Manuel was unconscious in her burning Blenheim home when help arrived.
First XV rugby shake-up: South Island boys' schools plot breakaway competition
Co-ed schools like St Andrew's College and Rangiora High are excluded from the proposal.
Watch: Auckland boaties 'once in lifetime' close encounter with curious orca
The 4m-long whale swam right up to the boat.
'A superstar in the making': The First XV star carving up in Moascar Cup
Nathan Stephens, a Year 13 student, impressed with a stunning fullback performance.
Severe weather warnings: 120km/h gales, thunderstorms possible
MetService has forecast heavy rain and strong northwest winds.
From city to the skies: 5 new things in travel for your next trip
Special journeys and experiences to spend your travel funds on.
Weather onslaught: Rain, damaging gales, thunderstorms to sweep over NZ
The stormy conditions have already started in the south and will spread north Sunday.
'I literally had nothing': Solo mum's struggle highlights legal aid need
Legal aid repayments rose to $32.1m, offsetting some costs for taxpayers.
Wet, windy weather conditions forecast for South Island
Heavy rain and strong wind watches have been issued for the west of the South Island.
Sky's First XV coverage welcomed despite Auckland's absence
Coverage starts on May 29 with Nelson College vs Marlborough Boys’ College.
The 200m drive for smokes that led to a man's 7th drink-driving conviction
'Alcohol is not for everyone, and perhaps it’s not for you,' says the judge at sentencing.
Landlord threw up when inspecting rental ruined by three cats trapped inside
The landlord vomited from the overpowering smell inside the home.
Property Insider: Next steps for Seascape tower but what of Shundi's big Tāmaki plans?
Icon took over the Seascape site on April 30; now in set-up/due diligence/review phase.
Beach or ski: Your ultimate travel deal roundup
Visit Whitsundays, Venice, England, Scotland, Perth, and Canada with these deals
Nearly 7 times over the limit: Former NZ Idol judge Paul Ellis caught drink driving, living in his car
Former New York-based music exec Ellis told police he was living in his car in a park.
'Terrible experience': Dentist ignored woman 'thrashing' in pain as tooth was pulled out
The dentist described it as a 'highly difficult extraction on a nervous patient'.
Which NZ winery came out on top in 2025's best of the year awards?
A Central Otago winery took out top spot for the second year running.
'Like having our throats cut': Couple called into meeting, both told their jobs were gone
Now Didi van Heerden has been awarded $207,000 from the company and its director.
Whale reported tangled in fishing gear at Tasman Bay
Project Jonah said the Department of Conservation was trying to locate the whale.
Drugs, bribes, body-image and Instagram: Lifting the lid on modern sport
Officials now recommend boundaries around 1:1 messaging between coaches and young people