Weather
Snow closes Desert Road, warnings in south
The North Island's Desert Road - State Highway 1 - is closed because of snow.
Weekend weather: Temperatures to plummet as skiers hold out for snow
MetService said a series of cold fronts would see temperatures drop on Friday, heralding the return of widespread frosts.
Midday Report Essentials for Friday 8th August 2025
In today's episode, The MP for Auckland is backing calls for the government to act urgently to get the city's sluggish economy moving; A Northland school has been forced to roster students home due to… Audio
Cold and wet weekend in store for many
If you've been enjoying a bit of settled weather this week, it's about to come to an end. MetService meteorologist Mmathapelo Makgabutlane spoke to Charlotte Cook. Audio
Scientists monitor cluster of quakes in lower North Island
At least 34 quakes have been recorded west of Castlepoint in the last seven days.
Beijing expands storm alert as fatal floods keep city on edge
Beijing residents have been warned to brace for a new round of heavy rainfall, telling them to avoid going out, a week after catastrophic floods killed dozens
Weather: Frosty but fine start to the weekend
It's a chilly morning for many across the motu, with Taupō & Timaru clocking temperatures as low as -3C at 7am Saturday.
On the Farm a wrap of conditions around the country
A wrap of conditions on farms and orchards around New Zealand. Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Friday 1st August 2025
In today's episode, the opposition says the government's move to scrap the 2018 new oil and gas ban shows it is more interested in doing the bidding of multinational companies than supporting ordinary… Audio
Longest lightning bolt ever reached 829km
Lightning is arguably one of nature's most awe-inspiring events, but its unpredictability and duration can make it hard to study. World Meteorological Organization weather and climate extremes archive… Audio
Sunny skies, chilly winter nights return
Most of the country can expect clear skies this weekend, but possible thunderstorms and even hail could come during rush hour today.
'It's got a lot of significance spiritually': The managed retreat of marae
A major project to relocate five marae in Tairāwhiti is underway, after flooding from Cyclone Gabrielle forced them to move to safer ground. Audio
Powerful aftershocks possible after Russian quake
An earthquake expert says powerful aftershocks are still possible after the massive quake off Russia's coast. Victoria University expert in geophysics Professor John Townend spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Road between Whakatāne and Ōpōtiki to be assessed for reopening
Authorities hope to reopen the road this morning after flooding and slips closed multiple roads in the area overnight.
Four severe weather events in a month for damp Nelson/Tasman
RNZ's Nelson/Tasman reporter is Samantha Gee who talked with Nathan about how the region is coping with all the bad weather Audio
'It was quite intrusive because it went inside the house'
A Riwaka farmer says he's used to flooding, but the last few weeks have been unlike anything he's seen before.
Flooding cuts access to Bay of Plenty town
Access between Whakatāne District and Ōpōtiki in Bay of Plenty is currently cut off.
Midday Report Essentials for Wednesday 30th July 2025
In today's episode, thousands of people have been at picket lines and marches around Aotearoa as the nurses' strike pushes into its fourth hour; The 85-year-old leader of the remote West Coast… Audio
Nelson Federated Farmers president on latest rain to hit region
Top of the South farmers are tentatively relieved their sodden land is relatively unscathed after the downpours. Nelson Federated Farmers president Kerry Irvine spoke to Charlotte Cook. Audio
'A lot of rain': Widespread disruption from power cuts, road closures
Hundreds of customers were without power and there has been widespread disruption on the roads on day two of bad weather affecting the North Island. Audio
