Storm
So much snow in Otago even skifields forced to close
Alongside closed skifields, Queenstown flights were cancelled or delayed and there were power outages across the region due to snow-loaded tree branches coming down on lines. Video, Audio
Trump's neglect left thousands dead in Puerto Rico - mayor
Puerto Rico's San Juan mayor says the Trump administration effectively killed thousands through neglect during Hurricane Maria. Mayor Carmen Yulín Cruz blamed Donald Trump, federal officials and… Audio
Tornado damages houses in New Plymouth
A tornado has damaged houses in New Plymouth this evening. Producer Bridget Burke spoke to Ton from Hareb Deken motors and homeowner Daisy Symes, who watched on as her roof ripped off. Audio
Report forecasts future of weather-related insurance claims
New research by Motu Economic and Public Policy Research has examined the impact on EQC of weather related flood claims. Wild weather has seen Earthquake Commission pay out nearly 300 million dollars… Audio
Craig Bellamy staying in Melbourne
Melbourne NRL coach Craig Bellamy has knocked back an offer from Brisbane and signed a contract extension with the Storm.
Crusaders get help from league mentor
The Crusaders don't need Australia's help to be on top of the Super Rugby ladder but they've got it anyway in the form of top NRL coach Craig Bellamy.
Smith wary of ex-Storm playmaker Green
Melbourne skipper Cameron Smith knows first-hand what Warriors five-eighth Blake Green brings to an NRL team but says stopping him in their Anzac Day NRL clash is another thing.
Hospital provides bed for powerless man recovering from surgery
An Auckland man who is recovering from emergency surgery and dreading the prospect of returning to a home without power has been allowed to stay at hospital for up to two more nights.
Parts of Akld could remain in the dark until the middle of next week
Aucklanders could be waiting weeks to have broken roofs fixed and fallen trees cleared as the storm cleanup continues. Audio
Auckland storm: About 17,000 homes still without power
Strong winds buffeted the Auckland region again, but it wasn't as wild as Tuesday night's storm, which caused hundreds of power outages. The Fire Service says it got a steady stream of calls about… Audio
Authorities defend warnings given for storm in Auckland
Many Aucklanders say they didn't receive enough warning and were left unprepared for the severity of last night's storm, but emergency management and MetService has defended their response. Audio
Aucklanders without power urged to make contingency plans
Tens of thousands of Aucklanders are facing another night without power after a brutal storm battered the city, splintering trees and wrenching rooves from houses. Audio
Rural community rallies round worst-hit Rahotu farmers
A hardy crew of farmers, tradesmen, factory workers and even bankers turned up on the Mullin's doorstep this morning wanting to lend a hand after their property was damaged by a tornado. Audio
14 houses uninhabitable, tornado rips through National Park
Fourteen houses in National Park have been deemed unliveable after a tornado ripped through the area yesterday morning. RNZ reporter Andrew McRae met with locals displaced from their homes. Video, Audio
Hundreds of tourists stranded at Christchurch Airport
Hundreds of angry, stranded Malaysia Airlines passengers say they've had no support from the airline after bad weather in Auckland forced their flight to land in Christchurch last night. Video, Audio
Chaos in Auckland after storm strikes overnight
Power was cut to 120,000 homes and businesses, traffic lights were out across the region, and trees crashed on to homes, cars and roads throughout the city. Zac Fleming reports. Video, Audio
Golden Bay cleans up with $100k help after Gita
Storm-affected residents and businesses in Golden Bay have welcomed news of a 100-thousand dollar rescue package, but some say it might not be enough. The area of north-west Nelson had its only road… Audio
Golden Bay cut off
Golden Bay is cut off after yesterday's storm, with major damage to the Takaka Hill Road, with officials considering evacuating the region by sea if it cannot be reopened quickly. Dairy farmers in the… Audio
Dunedin facing big cleanup after flooding
The clean-up was under way in Dunedin today, after more than 100mm of rain yesterday caused houses and roads to flood and prompted some evacuations. Video, Audio
Westport couple may lose home after king tide floods
Four homes on Snodgrass Road have been deemed unliveable by the Buller District Council after flood waters submerged them during yesterday's storm. Video, Audio