It's too early to say for sure, but if an expected El Nino develops by June, more cold southwest airstreams could blow across the country than in recent winters.

A boil water notice is in place for parts of Auckland – and there's more to it than not filling your glass from the tap.

'Moving here drained my savings soooo much, so for now I'm back to basics.'

Over the past week, The Spinoff has been stealthily logging thanks yous uttered on buses across the motu.