Weather
Update from Thames-Coromandel District mayor
Five local states of emergency are still in place in regions hardest hit by yesterday's weather event, though red warnings have lapsed in Northland and Coromandel. Thames-Coromandel District mayor… Audio
An update on conditions in Gisborne with mayor Rehette Stoltz
Gisborne is waking up to very soggy conditions after a night of heavy and persistent rain. Mayor Rehette Stoltz spoke to Lauren Crimp. Audio
Ōakura resident says weather is some of the worst she’s seen
Deb Glasgow has lived in Ōakura for decades, and says last night's weather was some of the worst she's ever seen. Deb spoke to Melissa Chan-Green. Audio
How weather is affecting farmers in Bay of Plenty
Federated farmers Bay of Plenty provincial president Brent Mountford has been speaking to farmers in the area this morning and spoke to Lauren Crimp. Audio
MetService update on current weather situation
Thapi Makgabutlane from MetService spoke to Melissa Chan-Green. Audio
Tolaga Bay East Coast Uawa Civil Defence update
Tolaga Bay East Coast Uawa Civil Defence spoke to Lauren Crimp. Audio
An update on weather conditions in Coromandel
RNZ's Charlotte Cook spoke to Lauren Crimp from Whitianga. Audio
Live: Thousands still without power as heavy rain batters the country
Multiple regions are still under under precautionary state of emergency with red heavy rain warnings across eastern North Island. Audio
Latest MetService weather warnings, watches in detail
Heavy rain, downpours and severe gales will continue for many areas into tomorrow.
Wild weather in pictures: North Island reels under torrential rain, flooding
From Northland to Gisborne, communities are scrambling to keep themselves and their possessions safe against the weather.
Search for driver washed away trying to cross river stood down
Whitewater rafts have been searching a section of the Mahurangi River.
Special Broadcast: severe weather update for 21 January 2026
An RNZ special on the unfolding weather event in the North Island, presented by Ingrid Hipkiss. Red heavy rain warnings are in place for Northland, Coromandel, Bay of Plenty, and Gisborne from Tologa… Audio
Gisborne region prepares for incoming deluge
Up to 350mm of rain is expected to fall north of Tolaga Bay overnight.
What to do during a flood
Floods and flash floods can happen quickly, this is what you need to know to be prepared.
'Community of carers': Neighbours pluck 94yo man from Tairua flooding
Debbie Gray's social media plea to help her father brought out the best in the local community.
Women saved from 'eye-level water' in dramatic kayak rescue
A woman rescued by kayak from the deck of her home says she has never seen flooding like it.
Midday Report special broadcast: Severe weather update
A special weather broadcast as parts of the North Island are slammed by severe weather. Guyon Espiner crosses to RNZ reporters in Northland and Coromandel, both of which are under red rain warnings… Audio
Northland weather update
We cross to Northland where orange weather warnings are in place. Audio
Southland dry spell sparks water level monitoring
Southland's regional council is ramping up monitoring of water levels as the region dries out and river levels lower.
Morning Report Essentials for Wednesday 21 January
Heavy rain and strong winds continue to hit the upper North Island; Auckland Transport has plans to purchase three new diesel vessels as electric ferry trials continue; Research has linked childhood… Audio
