Weather
Summer 'felt like a mixed-bag' - Niwa
A climate scientist says there has been no shortage of quirks between the months and regions.
Cyclone Alfred changes course as Queenslanders prepare
There are fears of major flooding in Brisbane, with 20,000 homes at risk as the warning zone expands. Audio
Cyclone Alfred heads towards Queensland coast
Gold Coast acting mayor says Tropical Cyclone Alfred could be the most significant for the region since 1954, with up to a metre of rainfall expected in some areas. Gold Coast acting mayor Donna Gates… Audio
Small tornadoes possible amid severe thunderstorm watch in South Island
The regions are under watch until 7pm Tuesday.
La Niña brings more fish to seas around Wellington
The La Niña weather pattern is thought to be one of the reasons for more fish being caught in the seas around Wellington. Ashleigh McCaull has been talking to some novice fishermen. Audio
NZ faces growing wildfire risk according to new data
Chinese scientists have analysed fire data from thousands of cities in 20 countries - and New Zealand topped the list of those facing a growing wildfire risk because of climate change. Massey… Audio
'Unusual' warning to be issued for NSW ahead of Cyclone Alfred
NSW is preparing for a "pretty nasty set of weather" in the upcoming week, as Tropical Cyclone Alfred tracks away from the Queensland coast.
Autumn bringing wet and thundery weather with it
However, brighter weather will return by the end of the working week.
Kerry-Anne Walsh with news from Australia
We cross the ditch to Canberra to talk to our correspondent Kerry-Anne Walsh. Audio
Pacific correspondent Koroi Hawkins
RNZ Pacific Editor Koroi Hawkins discusses ongoing political turmoil in the region Audio
Drought declared in Taranaki amid 'desperate conditions'
Hot dry conditions and below average rainfall have affected pasture growth and farmers have had to feed-out or sell livestock earlier.
New map shows full extent of cyclone flooding in Hawke's Bay
The map is based on information from photographs, videos, satellite photos, local council building inspection information and ground contours.
Tropical depression near Vanuatu intensifies to Cyclone Seru
Cyclone forecasters at the Fiji Metservice have confirmed to RNZ Pacific that the system is expected to intensify into a category 2 overnight.
Severe thunderstorms possible for Canterbury, Otago
Severe thunderstorms would generate localised downpours with rainfall rates of 25 to 35 millimetres per hour, and large hail, MetService added. Audio
Heavy rain causes flooding in Clutha
Heavy rain and thunder hit parts of the Clutha District on Tuesday night, causing flooding and road closures. Clutha District mayor Brian Cadogan spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
Lower South Island forecast to get worst of the bad weather
It is a wet start to the day for most of the country as MetService issues a severe thunderstorm watch for parts of the lower South Island.
Auckland Council propose moving Kumeū due to flood risk
A proposal to shift Kumeū's town centre over a number of years was revealed to the community by the Auckland Council on Monday night. Ward councillor Greg Sayer spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Weather: Heavy rain warnings ahead of wet week
Heavy rain warnings have been issued for Coromandel Peninsula and Gisborne, north of Tolaga Bay. Audio
Farmers call on MPI to declare 'adverse weather event' over lack of rain
Having the recent dry weather classified as adverse opens up funding.
Heavy rain warnings for parts of the North Island
Heavy rain warnings have been issued for the Coromandel Peninsula as well as for Gisborne north of Tolaga Bay. MetService Meteorologist John Law spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
