Heavy rain, wind warnings: Holiday weekend set to get wet for many
A deepening low is set to dampen our long weekend spirits.
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Heavy rain warnings issued for parts of South Island
Heavy rain and strong wind warnings are in place for parts of New Zealand.
Wet wet wet: Rain expected for most of the country
It will be wet in most places, but Canterbury can expect the biggest rainfall in 10 years.
Anxiety and frustration growing over rest home vaccine delay
After two months with no answers, Peter took his brother out of his rest home for jab.
Mobility scooter rider trapped after fall down bank
Emergency services were called to the incident in Nelson at 11am on Friday.
Voodoo hatred killing: 'Hot shot' drug theory queried
Sketchy evidence should have raised more warnings for murder trial jury, lawyer claims.
Poles found guilty in Bastion Pt cocaine trial, Russian sailor walks free
The trio had pleaded not guilty to charges including importing cocaine.
Heavy rain but temperatures will be warm for most of country
Temperatures are expected to soar 10C above average in some places today.
Cocaine trial trio have ecstasy charge tossed out
Supposed drug messages could have come from anybody on ship, cocaine trial told.
Marlborough firm looks at marketing reject apples for stock feed
Kiwi Seed investigating apples' nutritional benefits before marketing to farmers.
The legend of 'The Legend of Marty Banks'
The story behind popular 'The Legend of Marty Banks' page and what the creator is doing.
Man on trial for Queenstown stabbing says it was self defence
The jury trial for Jack Harrington, of Nelson, began yesterday.
The Russian sailor, secret supermarket meeting & cocaine buried in rubbish bags
Three men face seven charges relating to cocaine, MDMA and money laundering.
NZ councils' infrastructure spend could erode credit ratings -S&P
NZ councils' infrastructure spending could erode future credit ratings, S&P says.
Roading rage: Frustration as key projects 'will not get over the line'
"Frustrations are at bursting point" as regions around NZ wait for critical upgrades.
Fledgling cannabis company has wings clipped by NZX
Medical cannabis company with a chequered past "not suitable" for stock exchange listing.
Neighbours of freedom campers say homelessness now the biggest problem
There's a new trend in freedom camping, and it's not driven by tourists.
Man dies after being trapped under house bus
The man had been working on the house bus at his property.
ASB Regional scoreboard: How is your local economy coping?
A table ranking regional economic performance reflects the two speeds of the recovery.
Mayor cancels screening of Covid vaccination video
'Misinformation and conspiracy theories are circulating' - health expert.
Music to the ears: Crowded House's nationwide tour back on this month
Something to sing about: Crowded House's "To The Island" tour is all go.
'I'm still shaking': 7.1 quake rattles houses and nerves
The early morning quake left many shaken - and some fleeing to higher ground.
Freedom: Beached trawler finally refloated
The Remus ran aground on the South Island's southern west coast on Thursday.
Summer is ending, but will the good weather stick around?
Find out what your last days of summer will look like.
Anniversary long weekend stunner on way for northern New Zealand
It's good news if you like sunshine.
100-year-old Nelson dress circle mansion hits the market
The house at 54 Brougham St was built between 1913 and 1918.
Canterbury Country prepares for Hawke Cup defence
Country and Nelson both have strong squads for big match.
Summer scorcher: Temperatures set to reach 36C in south this week
Temperatures could be 12C above Christchurch's average for this time of year.
Boys' schools ask parents to pay more in voluntary donations
'Boys get the priority', says McAuley High School principal Jan Waelen.
The best and the worst: Who's had the most sunshine so far this year?
Good day sunshine? Some towns and cities have enjoyed 50 per cent more sun than others.
Bacon company found as source of listeria contamination
The ham products were recalled from stores last month.
Wiggle room for The Wiggles: Ardern finding 'practical solution' to band's MIQ woes
Ardern is looking for ways to ensure the children's performers can play in NZ.
Lower speed limits on state highways frustrate locals
Significant chunks of NZ's state highway network are no longer 100km/h zones.