The distinctive sheepdog, ewe, and ram-shaped buildings in Tirau, a well-known landmark in New Zealand's North Island, have been put up for sale again.

A low-pressure system over the Tasman Sea is approaching New Zealand, bringing a wet start to Wednesday for the upper North Island.

New Zealand's Department of Conservation has initiated an external investigation following inquiries regarding its Northern North Island region's debt and relationships with local iwi.

Two significant road closures are affecting New Zealand's North Island, with State Highway 29 in the Bay of Plenty shut down after an early-morning crash. Separately, the ongoing closure of the Awakino Gorge continues to cause difficulties for a nearby town.

New Zealand is preparing for the arrival of Cyclone Vaianu, with authorities warning of potential flooding in Auckland and Northland regions. Residents are advised to take safety precautions as the storm approaches.

Tropical Cyclone Vaianu, now a Category 3 storm with winds exceeding 150km/h, is moving south of Fiji towards New Zealand, where forecasters warn it could bring life-threatening winds and heavy rain to the North Island.

Jono Ridler completed a record-breaking 1400km swim down New Zealand's North Island, arriving in Wellington. His swim aimed to raise awareness and unite New Zealanders against bottom trawling.

An impactful weather event continues to affect New Zealand's upper North Island, with heavy rain lashing the region overnight and authorities urging residents in storm-affected areas to be ready to evacuate if necessary.

Pumps ran dry in Wairoa and Eltham on Thursday when the Stephenson Transport truck and trailer units from Central Hawke's Bay were on a freezing works run.

A two-vehicle crash near Rawhira Road has closed State Highway 1 in the Bay of Plenty region.

Life Flight has officially opened its new aeromedical airbase in Hamilton, which will serve as the upper North Island hub for two of its air ambulance planes.

A year-long police operation across New Zealand's North Island has resulted in 24 arrests, including members of motorcycle clubs, and the seizure of drugs, guns, and cash.

Health NZ is planning cuts to dozens of clinical roles in the top half of the North Island. Most affected individuals are expected to be redeployed to different positions within the health system.

A technical issue with provider One NZ has caused extensive internet outages across the entire South Island and parts of the North Island of New Zealand.

The lower North Island of New Zealand is experiencing widespread flooding and high river levels, leading to evacuations near Carterton due to the Tauweru River and the opening of Moutoa floodgates on the Manawatū River. Authorities are also concerned for an NZ Post employee missing since the recent Wellington storm and flooding.

MetService has issued a severe thunderstorm warning for areas including Carterton, Kapiti Coast, Upper Hutt City, Porirua City, and South Wairarapa, anticipating torrential rain.

Cyclone Vaianu has brought gusts of up to 130 km/h and heavy rainfall to New Zealand's North Island, particularly affecting the Hauraki Gulf and Coromandel. The severe weather conditions were recorded overnight.

Cyclone Vaianu is approaching New Zealand, with warnings of potential floods in Auckland, the country's most populous city. Authorities have issued evacuation orders for parts of the North Island.

MetService has issued red and orange wind and rain warnings across New Zealand's North Island as Cyclone Vaianu nears. Farmers in Northland are preparing for the cyclone while still recovering from previous flood damage, highlighting the ongoing severe weather challenges.

Communities on New Zealand's North Island are preparing for the arrival of Cyclone Vaianu, with many feeling better equipped due to strengthened networks and resources following recent weather events.

MetService has issued an orange heavy rain warning for New Zealand's Northland region and a heavy rain watch for Auckland, Coromandel, and Bay of Plenty.

Crews are assessing the damage in New Zealand's Far North and Whangārei regions following the latest storm, with both areas remaining under a state of emergency. Visuals show the aftermath as civil defence teams continue their evaluations.

Orange heavy rain warnings have been issued for parts of New Zealand's North Island, indicating significant rainfall is expected.

A major Danish footwear company is touring wool farms on New Zealand's North Island, exploring potential partnerships and sourcing for its products.

New studies using laser mapping and CT scans are investigating potential fault lines beneath Auckland, newly identified faults in Wairarapa, and signs of past seismic activity near Hamilton, revealing hidden earthquake risks in New Zealand's North Island.

Heavy rains have caused extensive flooding across New Zealand's North Island, leading to power outages, road closures, evacuations, and at least one fatality.

Heavy rain watches and warnings have been issued for Taranaki, Horowhenua, Kāpiti, and Wellington regions on New Zealand's North Island, marking a rainy start to winter.

An orange heavy rain warning has been issued for parts of New Zealand's North Island, including Northland, Auckland, and Great Barrier Island, leading to landslips, home evacuations, and road closures in affected areas like Auckland and Coromandel.

Five retailers in New Zealand's central North Island are facing prosecution for allegedly selling nitrous oxide, commonly known as "nangs," for recreational use. This action targets the illicit sale of the substance.

David Seymour stated that decisions regarding managed retreat for communities affected by extreme weather events in New Zealand's North Island should be made by the communities themselves, not the government.

Thousands of New Zealanders on the North Island have been ordered to evacuate as Cyclone Vaianu, expected to bring heavy rain and winds up to 130 km/h, approaches for Sunday landfall.

MetService has issued red and orange wind and rain warnings across New Zealand's North Island as Cyclone Vaianu nears, prompting thousands of citizens to evacuate. Farmers in Northland are preparing for the cyclone while still recovering from previous flood damage, with warnings of potential coastal floods and landslides.

Cyclone Vaianu is projected to impact various regions across New Zealand's North Island, with authorities tracking its path and advising residents on potential effects.

Tropical Cyclone Vaianu (also referred to as Vainu) continues to intensify, leading to school closures across Fiji and prompting close monitoring for its potential threat of heavy rain and strong winds to New Zealand's North Island, where locals are now bracing for its arrival.

MetService has issued a warning for heavy rain and strong winds for New Zealand's upper North Island, with residents in Northland advised to prepare for possible thunderstorms starting Monday.

A deep sub-tropical low is bringing heavy rain and gales to New Zealand's upper North Island and parts of the South Island.

New Zealand's upper North Island is bracing for a stormy end to the week, with a deep subtropical low expected to bring rain and strong winds to Northland starting Wednesday.

Questcorp Mining has announced the completion of an Induced Polarization (IP) survey at its North Island Copper Project in British Columbia, a key step in its exploration efforts.

MetService has issued a warning for severe thunderstorms expected to hit parts of New Zealand's North Island, with up to 40mm of rainfall per hour anticipated in several regions.