Weather

A front is expected to continue to move northeast over central and northern New Zealand tonight and on Wednesday. The front is forecast to bring a period of heavy rain to Buller and the Tararua Range, where heavy rain watches remain in force. In addition, strong wind warning for Southland and Clutha

Heavy rain for the West Coast and gale northwesterlies for southern and eastern parts of the South Island. An active front, preceded by strong northwesterlies, is expected to approach the south of the South Island from the Tasman Sea tonight, then move northeast over the South Island on Tuesday. The

Heavy rain for the west and south of the South Island and northwest gales for the south and east. A complex front, preceded by strong and moist northwesterlies, is expected to move onto the South Island from the southwest this afternoon, then move slowly north over the Island during late Sunday and

Heavy rain and northwest gales in the far south today A front preceded by a strong and moist north to northwest flow moves onto the far south of the South Island this afternoon. This front is expected to bring a period of heavy northerly rain to Fiordland, and north to northwest gales to exposed par

Council workers are checking for damage after weekend flooding in Southland and civil defence is following up with people whose homes were affected. A number roads in Southland remained closed on Monday morning due to flooding and slips, while others have temporary speed limits. Some coastal areas e

Update: 4:50Pm This is an official message from the Civil Defence Controller Angus McKay. Some roads are closed and residential properties have been affected by the flooding around Southland today.  Properties in Grant  Road, Otatara, have had their garages flooded and one has had water inside. Howe

A strong and unsettled west to northwest flow persists across southern and central New Zealand, bringing periods of rain to Fiordland. Warnings and Watches remain in force. People are advised to stay up to date with the latest forecasts and warnings. Strong Wind Warning Strong wind gusts could damag

A strong and very cold southwesterly airstream will bring further snow to low levels in parts the South Island, and west to southwest gales, severe in some places. This continues to be a significant weather event. Strong winds could make driving hazardous, especially for high sided vehicles and moto