OCR preview: Reserve Bank tipped to hold cash rate despite Iran war shock
BNZ economists remain the most hawkish, picking a rate rise at the September review (although this is a…
Orange heavy rain warning for Northland: Up to 250mm of rain, flooding risk, strong winds forecast
Magwala said the orange warning would be upgraded to red if there was “high impact”. Streams and rivers…
Maadi Cup 2026: Can King’s College end 66-year wait?
“They’re aware of the history, but it’s not something we spend a lot of time on,” Clemo says.…
Total lunar eclipse: When and where to see the blood moon across New Zealand
How and where can you see the lunar eclipse? Stardome astronomer Josh Aoraki said New Zealand is one…
North Island flooding: A death, a state of emergency and a heavier deluge tomorrow
⚠️ A deepening low is bringing heavy rain, strong winds & large waves, creating hazardous conditions across parts…
Heavy rain watch for Northland as warm temperatures and humidity a perfect storm
Localised downpours of 25 to 40mm per hour are possible during peak periods from tomorrow afternoon. Civil Defence…
Women’s Amateur Asia Pacific Championship: Teen golfer gets final invite to home WAAP after late withdrawal
“My Dad told me straight away and my mum was right there too. They were both super excited.”…
SH2 Waioweka Gorge: One lane to reopen Monday for ‘essential travel only’
“It’s difficult to overstate how big the task has been for the crews on the ground,” Bishop said.…
Ohope can win but competition steps up a level in Ellis Classic
“She is handling it all well and we think she is a pretty good filly,” says O’Sullivan. “She…
SH29 Tauriko roadworks: Cambridge Rd intersection reopens tomorrow
For the right turn into Cambridge Rd, drivers were advised to continue along SH29 to the Redwood Lane…
Shearing record-breaker and top UK farmer Matthew Smith back in the Bay
A week later, Rowland shears in a Shearing Sports New Zealand selection series final, chasing the second of…
MetService weekend forecast: Warm western centres, rain and thunder risk in north
Christchurch, Timaru, Dunedin and Invercargill are likely to receive some rain in the morning, but this should clear…