A slip has forced the closure of SH1 in Northland, as the forecast for Rotorua worsens and water levels rise in the south.

A severe thunderstorm watch has been issued for 54 counties across the north half of the state. The watch will be in effect ...

Auckland is under a heavy rain warning until 10pm with up to 130mm of rain forecast for the region. Auckland Emergency Management is reminding residents to drive to the conditions, never drive through ...