Weather
Dry weather prompts push for water limits in Tasman
The Tasman District is to meet under urgency as drought conditions loom.
Hotter than usual temperatures expected to continue
The rest of summer and the start of autumn are expected to be hotter than normal for this time of year, as warm oceans keep air temperatures boosted.
Townsville declared insurance catastrophe after floods
Townsville's flood emergency has been declared a catastrophe by Australia's Insurance Council as rain continues to fall across north Queensland, however the water level in city's dam has stabilised.
Research into rip currents may improve swimmer safety
Researchers from the University of Canterbury are trying to better understand dangerous rip currents around New Zealand's coasts.
US Midwest awaits thaw as death toll from polar vortex rises
At least 21 people have died in one of the worst cold snaps to hit the US Midwest in decades.
Freezing temperatures paralyse US Midwest
The deep freeze of 2019 continues to embrace America's Midwest, freezing lakes, taxing infrastructure and endangering both humans and livestock. Video, Audio
Winter woolies out as heatwave passes
A cold front has brought an abrupt end to the heatwave over most of the South Island -- and the North Island looks set to follow suit. Video, Audio
Heatwave over as strong gales hit Queenstown
Severe wind has been battering the Queenstown area, with reports of downed trees and power cuts this morning.
Kiwi caught up in US freeze
Aucklander Vinay Maan is studying in Indiana, where temperatures are hitting minus 34 degrees celsius. The polar freeze is expected to ease tomorrow. Mr Maan spoke to Alex Perrottet from Indiana. Audio
'If it's raining you're terrified in your own home'
Residents in Piha who have been left homeless after severe flooding last year feel they've once again been let down by Auckland Council.
Northland warned to save water as long dry spell continues
Northlanders are being warned to conserve water as a bone-dry January heads into an arid February.
Going skiing in the midst of a heatwave
Where's the coldest place to escape the heatwave in New Zealand? We got reporter Alex Perrottet to find out. Video, Audio
US weather reporter explains just how freezing it is
Jonathan Petramala is a weather reporter for Accu weather in Chicago where it took just five minutes outside for his pants to freeze solid during his broadcast earlier today. He told Lisa Owen via… Video, Audio
Temperatures drop to -48C in America’s Midwest
Blistering cold weather in America has made some parts of the country almost 20 degrees colder than Antarctica. As Bridget Burke reports, it's so cold that people are being told not to breathe too… Video, Audio
Hot mess: Did the media beat up the heat up?
Mediawatch - Did the media over-egg the heat story when it really just spoke for itself? Audio
Live weather updates: Temperatures set to reach highest yet
Many places around the country are expected to reach official heatwave status today, while temperatures are expected to be at their hottest reaching 37C in North Canterbury.
Rising seas threaten $8b of infrastructure - report
Rising seas are threatening $8 billion worth of New Zealand's roads, pipes, and other infrastructure. That's according to a new report measuring the impact of a 1.5m rise in sea levels. Local… Audio
US to shiver in 'once-in-a-generation' polar vortex
While NZ is baking in record-breaking heat, the US set to face a once-in-a-generation deep freeze.
Nelson grandma shares tips on how to keep cool
Nelson grandma Lena has been tweeting up a storm, giving advice about coping with soaring temperatures. She shared some of her tips with producer Bridget Burke. Audio
NZers try to keep cool as hot weather lingers
Hot temperatures across the country are raising concerns among some farmers and fire crews who are hoping it won't go on too much longer. We headed out on to the road to find out how different… Video, Audio
