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Swathe of weather watches and warnings issued for the South Island

MetService meteorologist John Law said there would be more strong winds and heavy rain in store for the weekend.

Rare partial solar eclipse to greet New Zealand at dawn on Monday

Kiwis will see between 60% of the sun covered in Auckland and up to 72% in Invercargill, with the eclipse visible nationwide at sunrise — weather permitting.

Wind warning for Auckland Harbour Bridge, gales for Wairarapa

Gusts across the bridge could potentially reach between 75 and 85km/h between 9am and 2pm.

Watches upgraded to warnings as heavy rain, severe gales loom

Heavy rain and strong wind watches have been upgraded to warnings in multiple regions, including the Wairarapa, Tararua, and Buller areas.