Heavy rain and severe gales set to batter South Island2 sources·Updated October 24, 2026Covered by 2 sourcesNZ Herald·5h agoSouth Island weather warnings: Front to bring heavy rain and possible severe galesGale watches may be issued for at least the south of the North Island.Read at NZ Herald →Stuff NZ·21h agoHeavy rain and severe gales set to batter South IslandRead at Stuff NZ →