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Severe weather warnings issued for most of the North Island and much of the south.

The wintry blast is being attributed to an "atmospheric river" snaking across the country. They are expected to rise to a gale gusting at 140km/h. Gisborne to Hawke's Bay can expect similar conditions, with heavy rain. River flooding along low-lying coastal areas may also be exacerbated over high tide periods for all Waikato region coasts. The west coast of the top of the South Island is also forecast to experience severe winds. And at the bottom of the North Island, Wellington is set to experience gale-force winds until at least Wednesday morning. Niwa has warned that a month's worth of rain may fall in parts of the North Island and in the northern and eastern parts of the South Island. Auckland Transport was warning of disruptions to bus services on the North Express and on services from Glenfield, Beach Haven and Takapuna. • A month's worth of rain predicted today in parts of North Island, northern and eastern parts of the South Island Severe weather warnings have been issued for most of the North Island and much of the south. Heavy rain and wild winds are lashing much of New Zealand, with Auckland commuters being urged to delay travel this morning to avoid the worst of the storm. Rain is falling across most of the country between Auckland and Christchurch.

Waka Kotahi advises motorists that a strong wind warning has been issued for Auckland that may result in closures of the Auckland Harbour Bridge.

Auckland Transport advises that the high winds could cause delays or cancellations to public transport. When travelling across the bridge motorists are urged to drive to the conditions, look out for the electronic message boards which will indicate lane closures and reduced speeds, and stay within their lane. Waka Kotahi will continue to monitor the conditions closely and will provide updates via

It follows a long campaign to have the flag flown as a symbol of recognition for Aboriginal Australians.

The millions it was due to cost will instead be spent on initiatives to help disadvantaged communities Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, said NSW Premier Dominic Perrottet. It will now permanently replace the NSW flag, which will instead be displayed somewhere else in Sydney in a location which is yet to be determined. The Aboriginal flag has been flown in place of the state flag on a handful of days throughout the year.

Australia's black, red and yellow Aboriginal flag began flying permanently above Sydney's Harbour Bridge Monday, a symbolic victory for indigenous ...

The persecution of Indigenous peoples has been braided into Australia's history, beginning with the decimation of the population after colonisation and continuing through policies such as the forced removal of children. The arrival of British settlers in 1788 signalled the start of two centuries of disentitlement and discrimination. After a public outcry, that proposal was scrapped and the Aboriginal flag will fly instead of the New South Wales flag.

Waka Kotahi NZTA said these wind speeds surpass the threshold for safe use of the Auckland Harbour Bridge and could result in multiple closures over a one to ...

The flag was hoisted after state premier Dominic Perrottet announced the decision on Monday, and while some activists said they were “over the moon”, others ...

Start your Independent Premium subscription today. “I am proud to be part of the government that will permanently fly the Aboriginal flag above the Sydney Harbour Bridge and I am happy that a further investment will be made to deliver real outcomes for Aboriginal people across NSW.” “Honouring this commitment is part of our ongoing commitment to recognise the history, culture, excellence and achievements of Aboriginal people and is a fitting end to NAIDOC week 2022.”