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New Zealand Weather Outlook: Strong Winds and Rain Possible Late Sunday
A ridge of high pressure is currently over most of New Zealand, posing minimal risk of severe weather through Saturday, May 24, 2025. According to the MetService, on Sunday, May 25, 2025, a ridge will persist over the North Island,…
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Wellington Man Arrested in FBI Crypto Theft Investigation
A Wellington man was arrested on Friday as part of an FBI investigation, leading to the restraint of over $650,000 in assets. The man appeared in the Auckland District Court, accused of involvement in an organised criminal group that stole…
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Wellington Alcohol Licence Applications Open for Public Objections
Several establishments in Wellington, New Zealand, have applied for alcohol licenses, and the public has the opportunity to raise objections. These applications span a range of businesses, from restaurants to hotels and even a ferry. Among the applicants are: 187…
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Severe Weather Warning: Heavy Rain and Gales Threaten New Zealand
A severe weather warning has been issued for parts of southern and central New Zealand, with heavy rain and strong northwest gales expected to impact both the South and North Islands. An active low-pressure system is moving east across the…
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Severe Weather Watch: Heavy Rain and Gales Forecast for New Zealand
A severe weather watch has been issued by MetService for parts of southern and central New Zealand, effective Friday, May 16, 2025. An active low-pressure system is expected to move east across the South Island late Saturday and early Sunday,…
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New Zealand Weather Outlook: South Island Braces for Northwesterly Flow
A severe weather outlook issued by MetService at 9:58 am on Sunday, May 4, 2025, indicates a minimal risk of severe weather for Tuesday, May 6, as a ridge of high pressure moves onto the North Island. However, a strong,…
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New Zealand Weather Emergency: Flooding, Power Outages, and Travel Disruptions
New Zealand is grappling with severe weather events, including widespread flooding in Canterbury, where a state of emergency remains. A thunderstorm passed over Auckland, and parts of Wellington, Wairarapa and Manawatū are experiencing power outages that could last for days.…
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New Zealand Weather to Improve After Days of Heavy Rain and Wind
After days of heavy rain and strong winds, New Zealand is expecting an easing trend, with improved weather conditions expected for the weekend. Canterbury experienced 100 to 200 mm of rain between Wednesday and Friday morning, with parts of Banks…
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Severe Weather Warning: Heavy Rain and Gales Hit New Zealand
A severe weather warning has been issued by MetService at 8:17pm on Thursday, May 1, 2025, for parts of New Zealand, with heavy rain and severe gales expected to impact central regions. A deep low-pressure system is responsible for the…
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New Zealand Hit by Weather Emergency and Doctor's Strike
New Zealand is grappling with severe weather and industrial action as a state of emergency is declared in the Selwyn district of Canterbury, and a red wind warning is issued for Wellington. Simultaneously, thousands of senior doctors are striking over…
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Severe Weather Continues to Impact Aotearoa New Zealand
Aotearoa New Zealand is experiencing severe weather, with MetService forecasting continued wet weather and strong winds. Updated warnings and watches indicate that Canterbury and eastern Marlborough will face the heaviest rainfall, while the lower North Island will endure the strongest…
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Red Wind Warning Issued for Wellington
MetService has issued a Red Warning for Winds in Wellington, effective from 10 a.m. Thursday to 3 a.m. Friday, marking the first such warning for the region. Red Warnings are reserved for the most extreme weather events, anticipating significant disruption.…
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Severe Weather Warning: Red Alert for Wellington as Gales Threaten
A severe weather warning has been issued for parts of New Zealand, with Wellington facing a RED wind warning. A deep low east of central New Zealand is expected to bring significant rain and severe southerly gales to central regions.…
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Severe Weather Watch: Heavy Rain, Gales, and Snow Expected in New Zealand
A severe weather watch has been issued for parts of New Zealand, including Wellington, Auckland, and Canterbury High Country, effective Wednesday, April 30, 2025. MetService warns of heavy rain, severe gales, and heavy snow due to a deepening low-pressure system…
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Beauty Therapist Awarded $100K After Unfair Treatment; Budget Cuts Announced; Power Outage in Spain and Portugal
A beauty therapist, Zelinda Doria, has been awarded almost $100,000 after her former employers forced her to take early maternity leave and then caused her to resign. Doria's joy at discovering she was pregnant was replaced with stress after her…
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Crash Closes Remutaka Hill Road
A single-vehicle crash closed Remutaka Hill Road on SH2 near Wellington at 4:20 p.m. The sole occupant sustained minor to moderate injuries. Motorists should expect delays, according to police.
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Miramar Homicide: Police Seek Information on Stolen Keys and Jacket
Police are seeking information regarding the homicide of 63-year-old Abdul Nabizadah, who was discovered critically injured on Camperdown Road, Miramar, on March 17. Nabizadah later died in Wellington Hospital from injuries sustained during an assault and robbery around 12.30am. Detective…
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Police Monitor Gang Movements in Wellington Region for Funeral
Police are monitoring gang movements in the Wellington region today due to a funeral. Motorists should anticipate a large number of gang members and associates traveling around the wider Wellington area. According to Inspector Wade Jennings, Hutt Valley Area Commander,…
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Cyclone Tam Disrupts Auckland, Northland; Population Growth Surges
Auckland faced intense weather as ex-Cyclone Tam brought strong winds and heavy rain, leading to flight and ferry cancellations. Some parts of Northland may be isolated for three days due to fallen trees blocking roads. In a frightening incident, a…
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