With weather warnings issued as Storm Benjamin develops close to the UK, Simon King takes a look at the forecast. Read...

Emergency crews are on edge as the region prepares for a second round of wild weather and potential flare-ups. Read...

This week’s blustery weather can be attributed to pressure gradient - the rate at which pressure changes over distance. Read...

Wild weather has fuelled raging fires, travel disruptions and chaos on the streets in many parts of the country - and there’s still more to come. Read...

Several public sector unions says Thursday`s mega strike will go ahead, though plans for some rallies may change due to the severe weather forecasts. Read...

The union for senior doctors outdoor rallies in some cities are cancelled and the teachers` union is reviewin some actions. Read...

The weather is only supposed to be worse on Thursday for both the South Island and Wellington. Read...

With heavy winds forecast to roar up again, teams are battling to halt a series of fires that have destroyed 14 buildings. Read...

Multiple fires have broken out in Kaikoura and Hawke`s Bay, and firefighters are being hindered by extreme winds. Read...

Helicopters and fire crews are racing to stop a series of blazes before winds pick up again, while thousands are without power. Read...