Stories and analysis from The Northern Express Herald.
Heavy downpours caused a wastewater pipe to burst, sending sewage into nearby waterways.
MetService warns Northland could see up to 130mm of rain overnight.
Travellers are urged to leave early to avoid heavy rain across key routes.
MetService severe weather warning: May 31, 2026. Video / MetService
An unusual event will light up the sky this weekend if heavy rain doesn't spoil the view.
600mm of rain could fall in the Tasman region in the coming days.
Your weekend weather outlook with MetService's Heather Keats. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY
MetService morning weather update: May 29, 2026. Video / MetService
Clear skies will be replaced with wet and humid weather in the coming days.
MetService morning weather update: May 28, 2026.
MetService morning weather update: May 26, 2026.
Bogus maps shared on social media often use dramatic language and incorrect information.
MetService morning weather update: May 25, 2026. Video / MetService
MetService morning weather update: May 22, 2026. Video / MetService
MetService morning weather update: May 21, 2026. Video / MetService
'This is quite a bit stronger than we’ve had for a few weeks now.'
Much of the South Island is cloaked in rain and wind watches.
MetService morning weather update: May 20, 2026. Video / MetService
MetService morning weather update: May 19, 2026. Video / MetService
MetService morning weather update: May 18, 2026. Video / MetService
MetService's Heather Keats reveals how the weather is looking where you are, Friday, May 15. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY
MetService morning weather update: May 15, 2026. Video / MetService
MetService morning weather update: May 14, 2026. Video / MetService
MetService morning weather update: May 13, 2026. Video / MetService
The week ahead is forecast to be a pearler – but a cold one.
MetService morning weather update: May 12, 2026. Video / MetService
Dramatic river rescue prompts warning from officials. Video / Ryan Bridge Today
MetService morning weather update: May 11, 2026. Video / MetService
Humid wet weather is slowly being replaced by cooler, drier conditions as winter looms.
