Severe weather watch for the Hawkes Bay
A spring storm bringing gales and snow to parts of New Zealand has disrupted ferries, closed skifields in the south, and caused slips
MetService has issued the following warning for the heavy rain watch for the Hawkes Bay area, especially about the ranges.
Valid: 31 hours from 11:00am Tuesday to 6:00pm Wednesday
Forecast: Periods of heavy rain. Rainfall accumulations could approach warning amounts.
The New Zealand Transport Agency advised drivers to pass with care and expect some delays. People are also advised to stay up to date with the latest forecast as part of this watch may be upgraded to a full warning, and further areas added.
Click here for continued updates.
Scam Alert: Fake information regarding December Bonuses from MSD
The Ministry of Social Development is reporting that fake information is circulating about new ‘December bonuses’ or ‘benefit increases’
If you get suspicious communication, please contact Netsafe.
Poll: Are Kiwis allergic to “exuberance”? 🥝
In The Post’s opinion piece on the developments set to open across Aotearoa in 2026, John Coop suggests that, as a nation, we’re “allergic to exuberance.”
We want to know: Are we really allergic to showing our excitement?
Is it time to lean into a more optimistic view of the place we call home? As big projects take shape and new opportunities emerge, perhaps it’s worth asking whether a little more confidence (and enthusiasm!) could do us some good.
-
40.6% Yes
-
33.8% Maybe?
-
25.7% No
Poll: Are our Kiwi summer holidays helping us recharge, or holding the economy back? ☀️🥝
There’s growing debate about whether New Zealand’s extended Christmas break (and the slowdown that comes with it) affects productivity.
Tracy Watkins has weighed in ... now it’s your turn. What’s your take? 🤔
-
73.2% We work hard, we deserve a break!
-
15.9% Hmm, maybe?
-
11% Yes!
Loading…
