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Wet change coming: Low-pressure system on way after scorching spell
A heavy rain warning could be issued for Thursday across Nelson, Tasman and Marlborough.
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2025 climate summary: Hottest places around NZ revealed
Four of the five warmest years have occurred since 2021 as the climate heats.
'Extreme fire danger' as 37C scorcher looms, alerts issued for hot spots
Forecasts of 30C+ in multiple centres will see a scorching end to this week.
NZDF joins search for tramper missing in Kahurangi National Park
An NH90 helicopter and four specialist canyon teams are scouring the area.
Preparing for summer’s hottest weekend: 37C in one city, looming fire threat
What to expect over the coming days as temperatures soar in north and east.
Scorching mid-30s temperatures forecast this week as thunderstorm threat issued
Temperatures could reach into the 30s by the end of the week for the east of New Zealand.
Blackadder has cunning plan to get home town victory at Reefton
Reefton local returning to hometown looking for elusive victory.
Liam Dann: This isn't a housing market meltdown, it's a full-blown crash
OPINION: The sugar rush of rising property prices went on too long. Now we're going cold.
Where are NZ’s best beaches? Dai Henwood, Bret McKenzie, Hilary Barry share their picks
From Northland to Nelson, famous Kiwis share their favourite NZ beaches.
'Deeply connected': Planting project unites community and tourism
The Ōkārito initiative has planted more than 6000 native trees.
NY Day weather: Thunderstorms, floods and slips loom in the south, ‘quite nice’ up north
Downpours of up to 40mm/h may trigger flash flooding, slips and poor driving.
Person found dead on highway north of Auckland; police seek dashcam footage
Police say the person is believed to have been hit by a vehicle and left on the road.
Auckland faces risk of severe thunderstorms on New Year’s Eve
A North Island region is forecast to finally catch a break after a week of poor weather.
Wild weather cuts power, cancels New Year events as warnings roll south
About 10,000 Tasman homes lost power after trees brought down lines.
Why corrupt official waited until he was out of time to appeal convictions
The tactical move cost Vivek Goel his chance at appealing, a court decision says.
Gold rush 2.0: High-paying mines fuel boom on the West Coast
Gold fever on the West Coast: jumbos, gold bars and $90,000 a year for entry-level miners.
Storm cuts power to thousands, SH57 closed by downed trees and truck crash, urgent save water plea
Police are warning motorists in lower NI to not travel unless absolutely necessary.
East v west: The Coromandel property divide driving $8.5m beach sales
In 2024, 74% of Coromandel buyers came from outside the peninsula.
Wild weather: 'District-wide' power outage as storm strikes
An active low-pressure system has caused chaos across NZ.
Festival delays opening, holiday plans disrupted as upgraded weather warnings cloak NZ
MetService has issued orange rain and wind warnings for much of the country.
Drivers urged to take care after 10km oil spill on SH73
Oil mixing with rain has created hazardous conditions for drivers.
Tasman floods recovery expected to cost $50m, take two years
Road crews have tackled 4500 jobs, yet four key routes remain closed.
Person suffered critical injuries in mass Auckland brawl
Police had to disperse around 50 people who had crowded on K Rd early this morning.
December whiteout hits parts of South Island as hailstorms strike
A severe thunderstorm watch is in place for the lower South Island this afternoon.
NZ Herald Headlines | Saturday, December 27, 2025
NZ Herald Headlines | Saturday, December 27, 2025. The US bombs Islamic State terrorists in Nigeria, the NZ summer drowning toll now stands at one. Retail waits for a surge.
New Year’s Eve forecast: Where to find the best weather around the country
Northern hotspots may see skies clear again late on New Year’s Eve.
Thunderstorms sweep country as MetService warns of flash flooding and hail
Predicted downpours pose a threat of flash flooding in some areas.
Heavy rain, thunderstorm risk for Boxing Day shoppers as wild weather lashes both islands
A heavy rain watch is in force from 6pm for Bay of Plenty east of Whakatāne.
NZ's most dangerous roads and places to drive over Christmas holidays revealed
'One minute families are planning Christmas dinner, the next, they’re planning a funeral.'
Where Christmas Day rain, hail and thunder are most likely today
Heavy rain and strong wind watches are in force for several South Island ranges.