From the sub-tropical beaches of the Far North to the vineyards of Martinborough and the cultural experiences of Rotorua in between, tourism leaders are joining forces to make a strong play for ...

The storm has already brought down powerlines and trees, closed roads, cancelled ferries and flights, and damaged property.

People feel the wind at the seaside in Auckland, New Zealand, April 17, 2025. Ex-Tropical Cyclone Tam has ... and the upper South Island, prompting warnings for a wild and wet Easter weekend ...

About six to 10 yellow-bellied sea snakes are seen each year, mostly around the northeast coast of the North Island.

Cyclone Tam, which is now classified as an Ex-Tropical Cyclone, has continued to strike New Zealand’s North Island with strong winds and heavy rainfall, resulting in widespread power outages.

WELLINGTON, April 17 (Xinhua) -- Ex-Tropical Cyclone Tam has unleashed severe weather across New Zealand's Northland ... and the upper South Island, prompting warnings for a wild and wet Easter ...