El Niño to bring a drier shift this winter
Climate experts are keeping a close eye on El Niño conditions developing across the Pacific, with the weather pattern expected to influence Aotearoa over the coming months.
Southern Alps glaciers get brief reprieve
A rare boost in snowfall has slowed ice loss this year, but scientists warn it's only temporary.
Hanmer recovery underway following storm
An intense storm last month caused extensive vegetation damage, but locals are getting stuck in
Robot Kōkako finishes two week trial
The first trial of an animatronic Kōkako finished today after two weeks in the North Canterbury bush.
Banks Peninsula is possum free, now what?
Akaroa township has been free of possums since July 2025, now they look to adapt their work to eliminate rabbits, cats and ferrets too.
Backlash over changes to climate goals
New Zealand has faced criticism over changes to climate targets during COP30
New flood map of Christchurch revealed
A new map shows what areas of Christchurch are at high risk of flooding
Slip, slop and slap for the warm temperatures
Metservice has forecast a high of 29 for Ōtautahi today.
International recognition for Te Kuru wetland
Christchurch's Te Kuru wetland has received international recognition for its inventive approach to stormwater management.