A strong wind watch is currently in place in Wellington, with severe gales in exposed places.

The New Zealand Transport Agency warns commuters to delay travelling across the hill.

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28 Apr: More roadworks disruptions for Auckland's Point Chevalier community

27 Apr: A 4.7 magnitude earthquake has hit south of the Taranaki town of Waverley

26 Apr: Fire and Emergency is urging the public to take extra care with controlled burns

26 Apr: Severe thunderstorms are forecast for Canterbury this evening

26 Apr: A Hawke's Bay man is raising funds for charity by aiming to walk 100 kilometres in his 100th year

26 Apr: Freight trains will again cross Ashburton's Rangitata rail bridge, thanks to temporary repairs

25 Apr: MetService has warned of snow on a number of South Island high passes overnight and into tomorrow

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