Weather
Ex-Tropical Cyclone Tam bringing heavy rain and strong winds
Ex-Tropical Cyclone Tam is delivering heavy rain and strong winds to the upper North Island with Northland so far the most affected region. Metservice is warning the wild weather is expected to last… Audio
Midday Report Essentials for Wednesday 16 April 2025
In today's episode, Northland Civil Defence is urging residents to prepare for possible high winds and power outages as weather associated with Tropical Cyclone Tam approaches, the New Zealand… Audio
Community rallies to protect surf club from flooding
The surf club had been hit badly by flooding in the past.
Northlanders urged to brace for strong winds and heavy rain
Northland Civil Defence is urging residents to prepare for possible high winds and power outages as weather associated with Tropical Cyclone Tam approaches. Northland reporter Peter de Graf spoke to… Audio
Tropical Cyclone Tam makes its way towards NZ
Tropical Cyclone Tam is making its way south towards New Zealand, as stormy weather is already starting to hit the country. Far North District Council mayor Moko Tepania and Whangārei Mayor Vince… Audio
Heavy rain and strong winds to hit upper North Island
MetService is warning more watches and warnings could be on the way, as the remnants of Tropical Cyclone Tam hits the country. MetService meterologist Mmathapelo Makgabutlane spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Cyclone Tam is moving towards Aotearoa just in time for Easter
It wouldn't be Easter without the threat of a cyclone - Weather Watch's Phillip Duncan casts his expert eye up tropical cyclone Tam Audio
Northlanders warned storm will be wilder than any in many months
A forecaster says last week's drought-breaking rain, though heavy, was delivered by a "common or garden" front.
Storm bringing wild weather to NZ classified as a tropical cyclone
The storm is expected to bring heavy rain and strong winds to the upper North Island. Here's what you need to know.
Weather warnings upgraded as heavy rain and gales on the way
Orange wind and rain warnings have been put in place for parts of the North Island.
Marlborough Classic Fighters airshow cancelled due to weather
Organisers of this years' Marlborough Classics Fighters airshow say they're gutted to cancel it, but it's the best decision to make given the dire weather forecast. Classic Fighters Trustee Brian… Audio
The fast moving chaos of sea ice retreat and Antarctic research funding
Uncertainty over Antarctic research funding is unnerving scientists, who say time is running out for climate change solutions on the ice.
US cuts on Antarctic research could be a major blow for NZ
Uncertainty over Antarctic research funding is unnerving scientists, who say time is running out for climate change solutions on the ice Audio
Flights at Queenstown Airport disrupted by strong wind
Crosswinds have disrupted the first day of the school holidays at Queenstown Airport where flights were cancelled this afternoon.
School holiday weather: Heavy rain and strong winds on the way
MetService says from Tuesday, northeast winds and rain will begin to build over the upper North Island. Audio
Heavy rain and winds to batter country
Heavy rain and severe winds are battering parts of the country for the next couple of weeks. MetService Meteorologist Mmathapelo Makgabutlane spoke to Charlotte Cook. Audio
Weathering the 'worst drought in 50 years' as an organic dairy farmer
Moving to once-a-day milking has helped Janet Fleming through Taranaki's recent drought.
Moment of Calm: Ready to Rumble
Let the gentle rumble of distant thunder induce you into slumber. Audio
Settled weather on the way after strong winds
A mix of rain, storms and strong winds that affected parts of the country earlier this week is expected to make its presence felt in the Chathams on Wednesday. MetService's communications… Audio
Horowhenua mayor on Levin tornado
The Horowhenua mayor says he's extremely grateful no one was hurt on Tuesday when a tornado ripped through town. Bernie Wanden spoke to Alexa Cook. Audio
