Natural Disasters
The region most at risk of more extreme atmospheric rivers
New research suggests the phenomenon could double in New Zealand by the end of the century. Audio
NZ has no dedicated database to track losses from weather disasters
Currently, New Zealand has no dedicated disaster loss database. This means we don't know how much extreme weather events and other types of disasters are costing us.
Dunedin City Council agrees to consult community on report about flood risks
It outlined seven future plans for climate adaptation ranging from status quo to large-scale retreat with total costs ranging between $2 billion and $7.1 billion over the next 75 years.
Update on Oz with Brad Foster
Australian correspondent Brad Foster brings the latest news from across the ditch to Jesse's desk. Today Brad discusses the Cyclone Alfred clean-up and comedian Dave Hughes demanding people leave his… Audio
The science of swells
Cyclone Alfred, the first tropical cyclone to make landfall in Queensland in 50 years, has transformed Australia's iconic east coast beaches through dramatic erosion. Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Monday 10 March 2025
On today's episode, Russian missiles have killed and injured dozens of people in Ukraine over the weekend, as officials prepare to hold peace talks in Saudi Arabia this week, Hundreds of thousands are… Audio
Cyclone Alfred leaves many without power in Qld and NSW
Hundreds of thousands are without power and emergency flood alerts have been issued as ex-Cyclone Alfred slams into Queensland and New South Wales. ABC Queensland reporter Alexandria Utting spoke to… Audio
Total fire ban for Northland as drought declared
Fire and Emergency says there is a huge fire risk at the moment and recent blazes are taking their toll on firefighters. Fire and Emergency district manager for Te Tai Tokerau Northland Wipari Henwood… Audio
Firefighters work through the night to battle blaze in BoP
Firefighters have worked through the night to put out a large fire at a garage in the Bay of Plenty community of Minden. Reporter Victor Waters spoke to Corin Dann. Audio
Stoush brews over future of golf course
On Auckland's North Shore, a public golf course is fighting council plans to use their course as a floodwater catchment.
Takapuna Golf Course thinks council plans are below par
On Auckland's North Shore, a public golf course is fighting council plans to use their course as a floodwater catchment. Audio
Ex-Cyclone Alfred unearths what curator says is historic ship 'The Comet'
The Comet could be the first of many to be uncovered by the wild seas whipped up by Cyclone Alfred.
Family's lucky escape after tree falls on home as cyclone approached
Daniel Spindler said he heard it before he saw it.
Midday Report Essentials for Friday 7 March 2025
In today's episode, health Minister Simeon Brown has announced a radical overhaul of the public health system, including reinstating a board and partnering with the private sector, Labour's Chris… Audio
Millions across Qld and NSW brace for Cyclone Alfred
Millions of residents across Queensland and New South Wales are bracing for Cyclone Alfred to make landfall between Friday night and Saturday morning. Vincent Smith lives just north of Brisbane in… Audio
Community emergency hubs set up to help in Wellington quake
In a natural disaster damaged infrastructure and an overwhelming demand for official help can mean communities have to look after themselves for a while. This week, in Wellington, officials are trying… Audio
Cyclone Alfred to 'pack a punch' as it closes in on Queensland coast
A senior meteorologist said while the cyclone's movement slowed overnight, that could mean further destruction.
Kaipara District Council gets cash injection for Mangawhai tornado clean-up
The January tornado left two people seriously injured and damaged 35 homes.
Residents across Goodna and Logan fear repeat of devastating 2022 floods as Cyclone Alfred looms
With Tropical Cyclone Alfred looming off the Queensland coast, residents prepare for the worst.
Midday Report Essentials for Thursday 6 March 2025
In today's episode, A health advocate has accused the government of making 'institutionally racist' changes to the bowel screening programme - repurposing funding set aside for Maori and Pasifika… Audio
