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Heavy rain and severe gales for parts of NZ File photo. ); } else { // } MetService advises that a front over the Tasman Sea is forecast to move across New Zealand on Monday, preceded by a strong and moist north to northeasterly flow, then followed by unsettled northwesterlies. “The front is expected to bring a period of heavy rain to western and northern parts of New Zealand, including areas of Buller, Nelson and Marlborough recently affected by flooding,” says ...

Covid update here and around the globe File photo. ); } else { // } New Zealand is just three days out from opening up the Covid-19 vaccination programme for those aged over 60 but it comes as only 20 per cent of group three – over 65s and those with underlying health conditions – have had their first dose. ”The important thing to remember is that we’ll have enough vaccine for everybody in New Zealand to get the vaccine by the end of the year,” says Covid-1...

Karangahake Gorge now open following crash State Highway 2 at Karangahake was closed earlier following a serious crash involving a pedestrian and a car. Photo: SunLive. ); } else { // } 4.06pm update: State Highway 2 through Karangahake Gorge has now reopened following a serious crash. "The road is now open. Please be patient and take care. Waka Kotahi thanks motorists for their patience," says Waikato System Manager Cara Lauder. One person has been seriously injure...

SH2 Pekatahi Bridge daytime closure for three days The Pekatahi Bridge on State Highway 2 will be closed during the day from Monday to Wednesday for maintenance work on the handrail. Photo: Supplied. ); } else { // } Those travelling on State Highway 2 between Awakeri and Taneatua from Monday to Wednesday this coming week are reminded to plan ahead and allow extra time for their journeys, due to a closure of the Pekatahi Bridge for maintenance works.   "Due to the ...

Climate scientists making shift to new “normal” Eric Stevens servicing a tier 2 weather station at Takahe Valley, Fiordland. Photo: Dave Allen ); } else { // } ); } style="margin:0; padding:0"> NIWA climate scientists are redefining what’s normal when it comes to the weather. A team of technicians and researchers are embarking on a major project to update New Zealand’s "Climate Normals" that will take at least six months to complete. Climate Normals are w...

SH2 near Opotiki blocked due to crash File photo. There has been a single vehicle crash on State Highway 2 between Awakeri and Opotiki. NZTA advise that due to the crash between Paerata Ridge Rd and Appleton Rd, SH2 is now blocked. Police were notified of the crash on SH2 at 10.50am and say that the driver has suffered moderate injuries. Motorists are cautioned to expect delays through this area and pass the scene with care. Towing has been requested by Police for the vehicle, which has block...

Police show support for world-first outdoor app A tramper crosses the Travers River, Nelson Lakes National Park. Photo: Shaun Barnett. ); } else { // } New Zealand walking or tramping adventures just became a whole lot safer with the launch of a trip-planning app, Plan My Walk, believed to be a world first.  Plan My Walk – developed by our partners at the Mountain Safety Council and supported by police - takes the guesswork out of the planning phase by bringing ...

Carbon targets threaten small freight firms File Image. SunLive. ); } else { // } Further consolidation is expected in the road freight industry as small firms struggle to meet decarbonisation targets on their own. An industry report from Westpac New Zealand indicates the key to meeting carbon targets is to improve operational efficiencies, which would likely leave the road freight industry with far fewer than the 4700 firms currently in business. "Reducing fossil fu...

$500K for Tauranga woman to get on property ladder Grace Glover enjoying winning her prize with her parents Caroline and Brett Glover. Supplied photo. ); } else { // } Taurangas newest resident now has a $500,000 start on the property ladder. Grace Glover is moving to the city this week to start a new job at an insurance company. She lost her job as a tour guide as a result of Covid. And now, thanks to the Long White Win a Bach campaign from Asahi Beverages, Graces b...

Serious injuries reported in SH2 crash The crash was called into police at 7am. Photo: Jay Brandon. ); } else { // } UPDATE 8.33AM: Delays are expected on State Highway 2 following a two-car crash. Emergency services were called to the scene of the crash, at the intersection of SH2 and Youngson Road, around 7am. A police spokesperson says one person is reported to have sustained serious injuries and another person moderate injuries. The northbound lane was blocked, b...