Periods of heavy rain for Westland, Southland and Clutha
The area at risk of severe thunderstorms in the South Island, along with the chance of 20mm-plus hail, are from the Nelson Lakes and south through the central South Island to inland Otago, Clutha and the east of Southland.A low over the Tasman Sea and a series of troughs are expected to move southeast over the country today (Monday) and Tuesday morning, bringing rain or showers to many areas, with heavy falls and isolated thunderstorms.
People are advised to keep up to date with the latest forecast here.
Area: Westland
Valid: 21 hours from 3:00pm Tuesday to 12:00pm Wednesday
Forecast: Periods of heavy rain. Rainfall amounts may approach warning criteria (eg 80 to 90mm in 24h).
Area: Southland and Clutha, excluding Stewart Island
Valid: 15 hours from 6:00pm Tuesday to 9:00am Wednesday
Forecast: Periods of heavy rain. Rainfall amounts may approach locally reduced warning criteria (eg 40 to 50mm in 12h).
Poll: Should we ditch daylight saving? 🕰️
First introduced in New Zealand in 1927 with the passing of the Summer Time Act, it's what we know as 'Daylight Saving' and this year it ends on the first Sunday in April.
While we do get to sleep in this time around, some people would like to scrap the clock tinkering for good.
And why? Some evidence suggests the time changes are bad for our health as they mess with sleep patterns leading to short-term fatigue and affecting mood. Meanwhile the hour change is frustrating for farmers and a nightmare for getting the littlies to sleep. But what's your take?
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40.8% Yes - get rid of the clock changes
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57.4% No, I enjoy it
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1.8% Other - I'll share below
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Alan and Hazel Kerr share Senior New Zealander of the Year Award 2026
Dr Alan and Hazel Kerr describe themselves as ‘just ordinary old Kiwis’, despite being named as the 2026 Ryman Healthcare Senior New Zealanders of the Year Te Mātāpuputu o te Tau.
The amazing couple prompted a standing ovation at a star-studded Auckland event which recognised their tireless efforts, with Alan travelling to and from Gaza and the West Bank 40 times to help children over 20 years, and Hazel travelling 20 times.
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