Stormy weather has “completely eased off” for Auckland and Northland overnight, with a mild day now predicted. MetService meteorologist Curtis Hayes said the rain from Thursday had completely eased off in Auckland by Friday...

Northland-based Afghanistan families learn to swim at Whangārei Aquatic Centre. Photo / Michael Cunningham Two Whangārei-based families who escaped the Taliban rule of landlocked Afghanistan have made a splash at their first swim lesson....

Auckland and Northland motorists should take extra care when heading on their morning commute due to stormy weather overnight, MetService says. “Places that saw really heavy rain earlier in the week should watch out...