New Zealand
More for stormwater, less for communities: Auckland Council draft budget out for public consultation
Councillors say they cannot get financial details on big-ticket spending.
Latest from Auckland Floods
Stories and analysis from The Northern Express Herald.
Boatie adrift near Great Barrier Island during cyclone rescued
The navy assisted in the rescue this morning after boatie went missing on Sunday.
House sales hit all-time low; Auckland prices plummet
Only 2759 NZ homes were sold last month and just 943 in Auckland.
How Gabrielle's fury has exposed flaws in our major cities
This chaotic season must lead to change.
Repeated rain destabilises Kiwi perches
OPINION: Our editorial on Cyclone Gabrielle lashing already-sodden areas.
Auckland mayor Wayne Brown abandons cuts to stormwater spending
Mayoral budget is not fit-for-purpose in a climate emergency, says Forest & Bird.
Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown abandons cuts to stormwater spending
Mayoral budget is not fit-for-purpose in a climate emergency, says Forest & Bird.
Distress call: Boatie feared missing in huge seas off Great Barrier Island
A boatie has gone missing near Aotea Great Barrier Island.
Cyclone Gabrielle: Air NZ to resume flights Tuesday as storm passes
Some 10,000 international passengers have been disrupted by the cyclone in Auckland.
Live: 'Just the beginning' - Gabrielle's eye on NZ: Heavy winds, monster waves; thousands without power
The whole of the North Island was put under a tranche of weather warnings yesterday.
Power out for about 50,000 households and businesses
Crews work through the night to reconnect as many as they can.
Cyclone Gabrielle: Which schools are closed in Auckland?
Auckland Transport is urging people to avoid all non-urgent travel until Tuesday.
Brunt of cyclone forces Northland schools to close
All Far North schools have made the decision to close on Monday as the cyclone bears down.
Cyclone Gabrielle: Air NZ cancels all domestic flights to and from Auckland tomorrow; multiple international, regional services canned
Cancellations made on updated weather reports of Cyclone Gabrielle's likely impacts.
Disabled man’s house wrecked in floods, much-needed modifications ruined
Jonathan Ross has lost housing modifications and medical equipment in the floods.
Diana Wichtel: on atmospheric rivers and an atmosphere of distrust in the mayor
It was raining again in Tāmaki Makaurau - and the need to pay attention.
Tens of thousands of homes across Auckland prone to floods, water constraints and coastal erosion
Auckland needs a new green plan to respond to future floods, says water expert.
'Prepare now': Gabrielle looms, monster-wave warning; follow cyclone's latest track
Secondary schools around Auckland considering closing campuses on Monday or Tuesday.
Lurk out: Valentine’s Day scammers and flood fraudster warning
Love scammers hope to score big time, but social media users can help stamp them out.
Latest position: Live updates of Cyclone Gabrielle's track
Large waves and a storm surge are expected to affect northern and eastern coastlines.
Stanley Point cliff collapse victim: 'Absolutely harrowing experience'
'The corner of our property went. We saw it go and heard it. It’s just a big thud.'
Cyclone Gabrielle: 10 of the worst tropical cyclones to hit NZ
Ex-tropical cyclones have wrought havoc in NZ. Here's 10 of the worst.
Cyclone Gabrielle now 'severe category 3' storm as it tracks to NZ - heavy rain watch for 71 hours
The worst of the cyclone is expected on Monday and Tuesday in the upper North Island.
Flood-weary Aucklanders prepare for Cyclone Gabrielle
335 families are still in temporary housing after the recent devastating floods.
Māngere residents stuck in waiting game after flood forces them from homes
Residents hit by devastating floods are in limbo waiting for an update on their homes.
'A little miracle' no one injured in 'horrific' Maungatapu slip - PM
Hipkins visited families displaced after slips who are now fighting for insurance cover.
Auckland Council to investigate impact of floods on infrastructure and planning
It will be a nasty, big piece of work, says Mayor Wayne Brown.
Why this storm could be worse: High winds to cause power cuts, downed trees, more slips and surges
Authorities warn strong winds pose higher risk of power cuts, downed trees than last time.
Portable cabins to house Aucklanders displaced by flooding
Portable cabins to provide roofs over the heads of people displaced by flooding.
Leaked email reveals principal's hope floods would distract from abuse publicity
Email 'illustrates a complete lack of understanding of survivor trauma,' advocate says.