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Stories and analysis from The Northern Express Herald.
'Significant winter storm': Warning issued ahead of incoming heavy rain and snow
NZTA urges motorists to prepare as cold conditions threaten travel.
Power restored for most after wild weather caused outages
Some exposed parts of central and southern New Zealand could still see strong gusts.
The known risks before the deadly Mount landslide
There are calls for council bosses to take personal accountability.
Severe thunderstorm warnings lifted, heavy rain still likely
Flooding and extremely hazardous driving conditions were likely, MetService said.
Welcome to the growing trend of storm watching in Canada
Hotel occupancy now hits 65–70% between November and March despite the gales.
Maritime provinces of Papua New Guinea searching for people missing at sea
Up to 27 people are missing after two boats capsized on July 18.
'I was being sucked outside': Terrifying moment tornado struck Nelson house
Iron roofing ripped from aviaries and a dog kennel.
Crews brace for more callouts as West Coast flooding hits homes
Fire crews responded to their first flood callout at 3.30am.
How Auckland's $1.6b mega-sewer will keep beaches and harbours cleaner
The largest-ever wastewater investment will improve water health and reduce overflows.
Whangārei campgrounds losing thousands after storm damage scares off travellers
Landslides in January cut access to several Northland coastal communities.
Five months and counting: Frustration builds as Helena Bay slip drags on
The landslide has isolated 800 homes since January 21, with wet weather delaying progress.
'Everyone’s to blame': Survey finds Kiwis losing faith in climate readiness
New Zealanders say everyone needs to take responsibility for reducing expected impacts.
Kiwis increasingly worried no one is doing enough to cope with climate crisis
Katie Bradford talks to IAG's Bryce Davies about the latest insurance survey on climate risk.
Snow warning for alpine passes as South Island routes face disruption
Up to 25cm of snow is forecast near the summit of Porters Pass by tomorrow.
'Danger reduced': State of emergency lifted for Wellington’s Southern and Eastern wards as cordons removed
Traffic cordons will be removed and residents will be able to return home soon.
High tide approaches as huge waves hit Wellington
Herald reporter Ethan Manera is on the South Coast as waves continue to grow in the capital.
The Salvation Army's Andrew Wilson gives an update on Wellington weather evacuations
The evacuation centres will be open for as long as they're needed, though they have been quiet this morning, the Salvation Army says.
Residents told take essential items as evacuation deadline looms ahead of 10m wave tempest
A state of emergency is in force across a swathe of Wellington southern bays.
Mandatory emergency evacuation order issued for Wellington waterfront homes as ‘significant swell event’ looms
The warning comes after Wellington City Mayor Andrew Little declared a state of emergency.
Severe thunderstorm watch for top half of North Island after 6200 lightning strikes pummel south
MetService warns the electrical storms bring a threat of tornadoes.
Raw sewage flows into Nelson river and estuary after overnight storm
Heavy downpours caused a wastewater pipe to burst, sending sewage into nearby waterways.
Ombudsman finds homes were fairly valued during Cyclone Gabrielle buyouts
The independence of Hastings council's land valuations was questioned by some home owners.
Strong winds and rain to lash South Island after frosty calm spell
'This is quite a bit stronger than we’ve had for a few weeks now.'
Slip-affected Whangārei community has convoy changes, as work drags on
The convoy distance will be cut by 3.5km from today to ease pressure.
'Greatest concern': Heavy rain and gales set to lash South Island districts
The South Island will get the worst of the weather first.
'Russian roulette': Residents on edge as unstable redwoods still not removed
Branches crashed onto Wendywood Lane as storms hit Kerikeri.
'Half a car tyre' deep: Morrinsville street swamped in sudden downpour
MetService recorded 20-40mm of rain and 56 lightning strikes over Morrinsville.
The slice of Hawke's Bay where flooding has just hit 'worse than Cyclone Bola'
'At one point, we were getting pushed around by the floodwaters crossing the road.'
An ‘ordinary’ storm with outsize impacts – what made Wellington’s deluge so intense?
More than 70mm of rain fell in just an hour in southern Wellington.