Keep your energy bill down during lockdown - EECA

There are simple ways to avoid wasting energy during the lockdown, according to EECA (Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority).

There are simple ways to avoid wasting energy during the lockdown, according to EECA (Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority).

Emergency services not hindered by COVID-19 Level 4 restrictions - Ruapehu District Council

The COVID-19 Level 4 lockdown restrictions didn’t prevent emergency services from responding to a large poplar tree damaging the roof of the Central Park Motel in Taumarunui.

Civil Defence and the Taumarunui Fire Service attended the event caused by high winds.

Essential state highway works across the Waikato this week

Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency advises essential works on state highways will continue across the Waikato this week.

Hastings water restrictions eased - council

Declining water use and cooler weather has led to water restrictions being eased across most of the Hastings district, moving from Level 3 to Level 2.

'Vector asks public to prepare for possible storm-related power cuts over Easter'

Vector is monitoring meteorological advice that a storm may hit parts of Auckland on Easter Sunday and Monday, with the potential for strong winds to cause power cuts.

Survey shows frontline charities battling double-edged sword due to Covid-19 - United Way

Research, released today by United Way New Zealand, shows Kiwi charities are under increasing pressure, managing a surge in demand with fewer resources during the Covid-19 lockdown. The study, which surveyed 200 charities across New Zealand, found 95% have been directly affected by Covid-19.

Stay home, save lives, don't drive this Easter - Brake

Road safety charity Brake is appealing for drivers to stay home and off the roads this Easter weekend to protect themselves and others.

Easter Weekend: Unsettled weather with sun then rain - Weather Watch

Stormy weather this weekend has been hard to nail down but severe risks are now becoming clearer.

Cyclone Harold returns to Category 5 strength as it passes Tonga - Weather Watch

Overnight severe cyclone Harold strengthened further despite moving away from the equator and tracking south east towards Tonga.

Northland drivers urged to take care in the rain over Easter

Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency encourages people to take care if they need to travel for provide or access essential services or supplies over Easter, with rain forecast for Auckland and Northland.