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POLL RESULTS: 86% say weather coverage is overhyped
This week the subject of our poll was one close to WeatherWatch.co.nz’s heart – and it’s something we’ve written about…
Week in Weather: What’s Been Making Headlines this Week
There hasn’t been much in the way of good news this week – most of the major events in weather…
Wellington landmark hit by lightning (+VIDEO)
It’s not clear what will happen to a Wellington sculpture blasted by lightning this afternoon. The base of the Zephyrometer…
Chch council to decide on flood repair measures
The Christchurch City Council will decide today whether to sign off remaining funds for short term fixes to the city’s…
Flood recovery in far north highlights plight of small communities
Community leaders are appealing to the Government to come to the rescue, and help fix deteriorating infrastructure in the north…
Weather Video: Southerly system brings winds
A southerly system is moving northwards with strong winds, hail and more rain and showers – but high pressure is…
Watch as orcas swim in Manukau harbour
Manukau residents had some special visitors on the weekend, when a large pod of orcas came into the harbour. Orca…
POLL: Does NZ’s media overhype our weather?
In recent years New Zealand’s news media industry has gone through some monumental changes. Many reporters have been made redundant,…
Weather Video: Weekend Weather
Text updated 5:37pm Saturday: A frosty Sunday morning is on the cards for much of NZ, but conditions will warm…
Week in Weather: What’s Been Making Headlines this Week
Another topsy turvy weather week, both at home and abroad – as it seems midwinter/midsummer is once again when everything…
