Fast-moving front brings heavy rain and strong winds across New Zealand

Thursday 29 October 2026 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Thu 29 Oct, 7:39am

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A fast-moving weather front is bringing heavy rain and strong winds to parts of the country. MetService has issued wind watches for Hawke's Bay, while Canterbury faces potential hail, thunder, and gusty southwesterly winds.

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1. StuffThu 29 Oct, 7:19am

   ‘Another really messy day’: Fast-moving front brings heavy rain, strong winds (opens in new tab)

2. The PressThu 29 Oct, 7:39am

   Canterbury in line for hail, thunder and showers as front heads up South Island (opens in new tab)