Podcasts about weatherwatch

Our man at Weatherwatch.co.nz updates us on the latest from Tropical Cyclone Tam.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A weather forecaster's hoping there can be clearer skies for our Government weather agencies with a merger on the way. Legislation's coming to merge NIWA and MetService before the end of the year. The Government says it'll deliver a more efficient agency, combining operations and streamlining back-office functions. WeatherWatch's Phillip Duncan told Andrew Dickens he wants MetService's clear communication skills to be central to the new agency. He says it's compared to NIWA, which frequently uses extreme words that often don't come true. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Lilly Newton from Precision Helicopters Hokitika about her family's extraordinary aviation legacy, what prompted their move from a sheep and beef farm in Taranaki to the West Coast and the type of work she's involved in, including making videos and painting... He talks with WeatherWatch CEO Phil Duncan about the recent coverage of Cyclone Alfred, why WeatherWatch dominated the space and why the event was a lightning rod for wild online weather theories... And he talks with South Island Agricultural Field Days President Andrew Stewart about the upcoming event (March 26-28), the new initiatives for this year at Kirwee and the optimism in the industry heading into next week. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

Dom talks with WeatherWatch CEO Phil Duncan about the recent coverage of Cyclone Alfred, why WeatherWatch dominated the space and why the event was a lightning rod for wild online weather theories. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

We ask the man behind WeatherWatch.co.nz if there is any rain on the way.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Insurance Council of NZ CEO Kris Faafoi about an insurance industry report into the 2023 North Island weather events (Auckland Anniversary Weekend floods and Cyclone Gabrielle), the number of claims made and the number processed... He talks with WeatherWatch CEO Phil Duncan about Tropical Cyclone Alfred as it heads towards Queensland, the dry areas in NZ and what's in store for March... And he talks with Mandy Bell from Criffel Station about the upcoming Wanaka A&P Show (March 7-8), the new Agri Exchange site and the biggest challenges for the Upper Clutha region at the moment. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

Monday's WeatherWatch guru makes a belated Tuesday appearance but the news is no better when it comes to rainfall prospects. Put short, if it’s dry where you are now then chances are it will be even drier in a week!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Toby Williams, Federated Farmers Meat & Wool Chair, about the government’s recent announcement of a 2035 climate target of a 51-55% emissions reduction, why he thinks it's signing New Zealand up for a decade more of pine planting on productive land and why the 'split-gas' approach appears to have been jettisoned... He talks with WeatherWatch CEO Phil Duncan about the outlook for February and the merger of NIWA and Metservice... And he talks with Northern FMG Young Farmer of the Year regional winner Justin Ruygrok about the event over the weekend, who encouraged him to compete and his preparations for the Grand Final in July in Invercargill. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

On today's First Up pod: we're back!! Happy 2025 - all the latest world news with our favourite people around the globe; forecaster Phil Duncan from WeatherWatch is here after a wild weekend of wind, has it blown over and and we visit the Auckland International Buskers Festival, where performers from all over the globe are sharing their talents First Up - Voice of the Nathan!

On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with former Feds President and current Lake Brunner Catchment Community Care Group Chair, Katie Milne, about summer on the West Coast, her Predator Free work and the government's latest initiative to plant trees on Crown land... He talks with WeatherWatch CEO Phil Duncan about his pre-Christmas predictions, why he was right and what's in store for the next couple of weeks... And he talks with Bovonic founder Liam Kampshof about the success of its QuadSense mastitis detection product, how it works and plans for expansion. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

The owner of Weatherwatch.co.nz looks at an extremely mixed bag of weather around the country.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with REX Scottish correspondent and member of the Scotland National Farmers Union, Duncan Macalister, about the major issues facing UK farmers, how 2024 has shaped up from a UK farming perspective and the parallels between NZ and Scottish farming trends... He talks with WeatherWatch CEO Phil Duncan about the forecast for Christmas Day, a new philosophy when it comes to predicting the likelihood of La Nina and El Nino weather patterns and Phil's holiday plans... And he talks with Trev CEO Scott Townshend about how Trev's farm reporting tools are helping farmers improve Feed Conversion Efficiency (FCE), how Trev's partnership with Fonterra helps streamline subscription payments and how Fortuna Group is using Trev to help transform multi-farm operations. Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to all our listeners, we'll be back on January 20th, until then keep an eye out for the REX Re-loaded Summer Series coming your way! Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

Dom talks with WeatherWatch founder and CEO Phil Duncan about what to expect in and around Christmas Day and a new philosophy when it comes to predicting La Nina and El Nino weather patterns for NZ. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with WeatherWatch CEO Phil Duncan about what's in store for the next week or so, the likelihood of La Nina of El Nino this summer and more tales of meteorological bureaucracy... He talks with cookbook author Michelle Forde about her new publication, 'Cooking for Shearing Gangs', her experience cooking for shearing gangs and some tips on how to do it successfully... And he talks with Manunui Farm Manager Carlos Segura about winning a silver and a bronze at the recent World Steak Challenge in Amsterdam. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with WeatherWatch CEO Phil Duncan about the outlook for November, which areas of NZ are getting dry and the upcoming US election... He talks with Organics Aotearoa NZ CEO Tiffany Tompkins about a recent fact-finding mission to Wellington to find out about the government's proposed reforms to NZ's regulation of genetic engineering, presenting its findings to the Primary Production Select Committee and its campaign to keep NZ's GE-free status... And he talks with the 2024 Young Horticulturist of the Year Anna England about her career in horticulture, winning the title and her interest in organics and backyard permaculture. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Phil Duncan from WeatherWatch about the forecast for Labour Day weekend... He talks with Will Wilding, GM and Stud Master at Te Mania Angus Stud, about its recent Yearling Bull Sale, being at the forefront of genetic innovation and being involved in a trial using the latest technology to measure how efficiently beef cattle convert feed into liveweight, as well as their greenhouse gas emissions... He talks with Paul Clement from Surfing for Farmers about setting up the West Coast branch, his involvement in the national body and his dairy farming operation in Hokitika... And he talks with Kat Kaiwai, owner and operator of Tairawhiti Contractors, about winning the Rural Women NZ Rural Champion Award and being recognised with a King's Service Medal for services to women, civil construction and her community.

WeatherWatch forecaster says warmer weather is on the way but that doesn't mean it's going to stick around, with possible rain and wind warnings for Labour Weekend.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

WeatherWatch's head weather analyst says there's a much more settled and dry week for Southland despite a frost this morning, while the North Island could feel more “La Nina-like” by the end of the week. Plus, he's keeping his eye on a possible subtropical storm near Tonga and gives an update on the aftermath of Hurricane Milton in the US.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Monday's weather guy from WeatherWatch doesn't see an immediate change in the tempestuous spring conditions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We wrap the show with rain watch from WeatherWatch.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Labour MP Kieran McAnulty about bipartisan politics, the state of local government and the strong public opposition to the proposed toll for the Manawatu Gorge road replacement highway... He talks with WeatherWatch CEO Phil Duncan about the deluge hitting many parts of NZ, the October outlook and the possibility of a La Nina event... And he talks with Colin Bond, CEO of NZ Kiwifruit Growers Inc., about the raft of milestones for the industry being celebrated this year, the current market conditions and what's in store for the upcoming season. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.

The government has announced a major shakeup in weather forecasting, with NIWA and MetService set to merge. Independent forecaster Philip Duncan from WeatherWatch spoke with Ingrid Hipkiss.

On the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast for Friday 27th of September, David Seymour is cracking down on school attendance as new numbers show it's improving. But will the new moves, which could see parents prosecuted, work? May Road Principal Lynda Stuard joins the show. The two government owned weather forecasters NIWA and MetService could soon be one, with an agreement in-principal signed for NIWA to acquireMetService. Weatherwatch Head Analyst Philip Duncan speaks to Ryan about what the move means for our forecasting. The All Blacks will face Australia in Wellington this weekend their final home test this year. Can they make it the full 90 minutes? Newstalk ZB's voice of rugby Elliott Smith joins the show. Get the Early Edition with Ryan Bridge Full Show Podcast every weekday on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A weather expert says creating one state weather forecasting system is the right decision. The Government's announced it's agreed in-principle to NIWA acquiring MetService - merging the two. Science, Innovation and Technology Minister Judith Collins says streamlining the two will make it easier to access information from a single trusted source and improve response to severe weather events. WeatherWatch head forecaster Phillip Duncan told Ryan Bridge that it's been a bit of a weird journey to get to this point, but it's definitely the right thing. He said that a government having two opposing agencies doing weather forecasts and saying different things is a recipe for disaster. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Pork Hutchinson from Whangamomona about Welsh black cattle, his accommodation side hustle and pig hunting... He talks with WeatherWatch CEO Phil Duncan about the erratic yet typical September weather, high winds and dry spots... He talks with Barbara McKay from Golden Bay about recognised for her efforts in the community over last 60-odd years, old-school country life and her rugby-playing grandsons... And he talks with one of the four finalists in this year's Zimmatic Trailblazer Sustainable Irrigation Awards, Ben Johnson, from Bodiam Dairies near Ashburton. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's REX Daily Podcast, Dom talks with Predator Free 2050 board member and former Federated Farmers President Katie Milne about the progress made by Predator Free, its unintended positive consequences and her recent trip to the US... He talks with Polly McGuckin, the founder and GM of Exquisite Wool Traders, about the state of the wool industry, how to improve it and her range of wool products... He talks with WeatherWatch CEO Phil Duncan about windy westerlies, Spring and language of weather in the media... And he talks with Reefton Distilling Co. founder Patsy Bass about its latest capital raise and the global demand for New World whisky. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's podcast, Dom talks with Phil Duncan WeatherWatch about snow in the South and Antarctic polar vortexes... He talks with the new CEO of OSPRI, Sam McIvor, about his first few weeks in the role, the importance of biosecurity and M Bovis eradication efforts... He talks with Rural Women NZ National President Gill Naylor about its Leptospirosis National Project, rural banking and rural health workforce scholarships... And he talks with Jill Abbott, Casting for Recovery South Island coordinator, about the benefits of fly fishing for recovering from breast cancer surgery. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's podcast, Dom talks with WeatherWatch CEO Phil Duncan about the latest severe weather warnings, which areas are in for heavy snow and which places will be warmer than usual... He talks with Westpac Head of Agribusiness Tim Henshaw about its latest Red Meat paper, an overview of the global red meat market and the outlook for the sector... He talks with Sarah Gilbertson from Ridge Top Farm near Feilding about its farm walks, glamping accommodation and running an agritourism business... And he talks with the winner of the 2024 North Canterbury Young Viticulturist of the Year, Nick McArthur. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's podcast, Dom talks with Shannon Mears from Mears Contracting about feral cats, predator control and pig hunting... He talks with WeatherWatch CEO Phil Duncan about conditions in North Canterbury, 'polar flares' and what is deemed 'normal' weather in New Zealand... And he talks with Nina Downer, winner of the 2024 Central Otago Young Viticulturist of the Year, about her trifecta of victories, her pathway into viticulture and her plans for the future. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's podcast, Dom talks with Rob Wilson from Evolve Outdoors about its range of hunting and fishing apparel, its focus on sustainability and its new farming range coming out next year... He talks with WeatherWatch CEO Phil Duncan about what's in store for the next few days... He catches up with Craig Wiggins from 'Lead on a Gate, Talk to a Mate'... And he talks with Taryn Helm from Growing Future Farmers about its upcoming online session, the benefits for farmers and students and the success of the programme. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's podcast, Dom talks with DINZ Industry Capability Manager John Ladley about the deer sector and integrated farm planning... He talks with WeatherWatch CEO Phil Duncan about what's in store for the next week... He talks with Wonky Box co-founder Angus Simms about the origin of the company and its new fruit-only box... And he talks with Ben Morris from GEA Farm Technologies. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Watch & Read it all hereUnpopular opinion. I love running in hot weather, extremely hot weather. It feels amazing. I know I'm the minority, but maybe, just maybe, there is some science and merit to training in the heat, the extreme heat versus the extreme cold. Or maybe I'm just crazy. In this episode, my goal is to slightly convince you of whatever you believe in, so the opposite of where your stance is, so that you can try it in your own life and make yourself a better-running human.Timestamps of what you'll learn[00:00] Introduction to the debate: extreme cold vs. extreme heat.[01:17] Discussion on the polarizing topic of training in extreme temperatures.[02:23] Factors to consider in extreme cold and extreme heat running.[06:47] Poll responses and community opinions on cold vs. hot weather running.[08:08] Personal perspectives on running in extreme temperatures.[09:10] Tips for staying safe and hydrated in extreme heat or cold.[10:06] Encouragement to subscribe and engage with the podcast content.[11:02] Judge's verdict on extreme cold vs. extreme heat for running.[13:00] Comparison of challenges in extreme cold and extreme heat running.Links & LearningsReddit - Would you rather run in the cold or heatBenefits of running in the cold outweigh warm weather runningUnveiling the surprising benefits of running in hot weatherWatch & Read it all hereThe One Percent Better Runner NewsletterDLake Runs on Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On today's podcast, Dom talks with AgResearch Senior Scientist James Turner about new research into the barriers to digital uptake on New Zealand farms... He talks turbulence, cloud seeding and the June outlook with WeatherWatch CEO Phil Duncan... He talks with Chiefs hooker and Taranaki farm boy Bradley Slater about life as a pro rugby player, growing up on the family farm and the possibility of heading back there... And he talks with Agrecovery National Scheme Manager, Felicity Mitchell, about the importance of its small bags product stewardship scheme. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's podcast, Dom talks with Fish & Game North Canterbury Officer Richard Cosgrove on the eve of the 2024 Duck Hunting Opening Weekend... He talks to Stu Gibson from the Onga-Tiko rugby and sports club about grassroots rugby and his colourful match reports for the Blue Boars... He catches up with the Fonterra Dairy Woman of the Year Katrina Roberts... And he talks with WeatherWatch CEO Phil Duncan about the outlook for May. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Weatherwatch.co.nz on the Australian Bureau of Meteorology (BOM – but don't call us BOM) claiming El Nino is done and dusted.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's podcast, Dom talks with Nicky & Jamie Gaddum from Matangi Angus Beef, following their win in the 'Paddock' category at the 2024 Outstanding Food Producer Awards... He discusses the end of El Nino with WeatherWatch CEO Phil Duncan... He speaks with experienced health and performance coach Aaron Callaghan about what men's health actually means... And he talks with Perry Cornish from Opito Bay Salt Co. about their award-winning, 100% natural, handcrafted sea salt from the Coromandel. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's First Up pod: Pakistan finally decides on a Prime Minister; Weatherwatch chief forecaster Philip Duncan tells us what's happening with the strong wind and heavy rain hitting the islands and Basketball NZ boss Dillon Boucher shares his thoughts ahead of tonight's Breakers clash with the Illawarra Hawks. First Up - Voice of the Nathan!

Phil Duncan is the CEO of WeatherWatch and RuralWeather - he discusses the end of summer, the outlook for March and the areas of New Zealand that could do with some rain. Tune in daily for the latest and greatest REX rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Phil Duncan is the CEO of WeatherWatch - he discusses the impending temperature drop for some parts of the country and the new WeatherWatch Alerts App Tune in every day for the latest and greatest REX content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As Christmas and New Year's Celebrations draw ever closer, the question on most Kiwi's lips is 'What will the weather be like?'  So REX host Dom George asked expert and WeatherWatch CEO Phil Duncan to provide some insight into the likely weather in the coming few weeks. Tune in to REX every day for the latest and greatest rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Forecasters are predicting warm weather for Christmas Day, but unwelcome surprises can't be ruled out. High pressure is expected to move over the country and leave a pleasant subtropical front in the lead-up to Christmas. But WeatherWatch Head Analyst warns some rain could affect New Zealand's West Coast and spill over into the South Island and lower North Island. "It's not locked in, we're on the edge of a system, but I think at this stage- high pressure's more powerful in December- hopefully at least over half the population should have a pretty good Christmas." LISTEN ABOVE  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our man from WeatherWatch braces himself for “Where is Summer?” complaints as he warns of an approaching cold front.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The head analyst for WeatherWatch looks at wild Spring weather to end the week - snow for the south and wind for the north. Plus whether El Nino is still looming large for farmers on the eastern side of the country. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Questions are being raised as to why competing weather forecasters NIWA and MetService don't work together in times of extreme weather events. MetService has recently concluded its weather forecasting models performed badly before the Auckland floods, leaving staff in disbelief over the inaccuracy. WeatherWatch Head Analyst Philip Duncan says the situation wouldn't have gone this far if the Government hadn't allowed NIWA to commercialise everything. "MetService would have a lot more access to tax-funded modelling and be able to improve it, because climate change- or even the fact that things are warming up- is breaking some of the modelling." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

WeatherWatch CEO Phil Duncan joins REX host Dominic George to discuss the upcoming wintry blast, NZ's severe UV rays and are we heading for the hottest summer on record? Tune in to REX every day for the latest and greatest rural content on your favourite streaming platform, visit rexonline.co.nz and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn for more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Meteorologists expect the El Niño climate system will start drying out parts of the country in the coming weeks. The North Island and northern and eastern South Island will be the most affected. Weatherwatch's Phillip Duncan says it'll bring a windier westerly - which very quickly dries the east of the country. "Parts of Hawke's Bay that were flooded are already now noticing how dry it's become in such a short couple of months." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Independent forecaster, Philip Duncan of WeatherWatch, is warning the rivalry between MetService and NIWA is dangerous and needs sorting out. The Government is reviewing the relationship amid a forecasting turf war between the two. State Owned Enterprises Minister Duncan Webb says the review will begin in September in a bid to improve how they work together. MetService is the Government's official forecaster for emergency management while NIWA's focus is climate science. But Philip Duncan says alarm bells are ringing over NIWA's growing role as a forecaster, especially after it won a key contract with DOC from MetService. Duncan spoke to Corin Dann.

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The Government is seeking advice about New Zealand's weather forecasting system amid fears of conflict. MetService and NIWA have inspired concern over mixed and confusing messages given to the public during extreme weather events. WeatherWatch founder Philip Duncan says one of the reasons the weather feels so much more intense this year, is because we've had five years of rainfall deficit. "And the suddenly, it swings into a wetter than average setup and it feels extremely different, because it actually is." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Philip Duncan from WeatherWatch joined Andrew Dickens to give an update on Cyclone Gabrielle and the current weather around the country. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Head analyst at WeatherWatch, Phillip Duncan, told Kerre Woodham it is remarkable how accurate computer modelling of Cyclone Gabrielle was, even as far as eight or nine days ago. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ahead of the possibility of Cyclone Gabriel hitting the North Island this weekend, WeatherWatch's Phil Duncan joins Dom for an important update.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Time now for our weekly look ahead to the weather - and we do that with WeatherWatch NZ's Phil Duncan.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's show, we get a weather update from Phil Duncan at Weatherwatch, and Chloe Butcher-Herries has been crowned the 2022 Ahuwhenua Young Maori Award Winner for sheep and beef. and she joins Dom on the show to share her good news.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dom caught up with Phil Duncan from Weatherwatch for a much needed update.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our man from Weatherwatch.co.nz explains the science behind why the main pavilion at AgFest blew over early this morning.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Phillip Duncan from Weatherwatch updates Dom on the major Polar - Blast that's on its way.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's episode, Phillip Duncan from Weatherwatch updates Dom on the major Polar - Blast that's on its way, and Mount Albert Grammar's training farm has been secured for generations to come. ASB has gifted its 8.1-hectare inner-city farmland to the School's foundation, worth around 150 million dollars. MAGS Headmaster Patrick Drumm told Dom more on REX Today.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A "Triple Dip" La Niña could be on its way soon, so to help us wrap our heads around this historical event, WeatherWatch's Phil Duncan joined REX Today to tell us more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this week's episode I chat with one of the best forecasters in the country, Anthony Cornelius from Weatherwatch. In part one of this two part episode, we delve into the mechanics behind record flooding across eastern Australia from February 2022, the day in the life of a meteorologist, the difference between climate and weather, how to forecast and what to expect across the country for the next 3-6 months as we move into severe weather season.

WeatherWatch is at war with Government funded forecasters MetService and NIWA. Founder Philip Duncan told REX the system is broken and accused them of blocking data that taxpayers have already paid for. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our man from Weatherwatch.co.nz with what to expect as a cooler change heads our way. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our man from Weatherwatch.co.nz with what to expect as we move further into the depths of winter.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

WeatherWatch CEO Phil Duncan gave REX Today's Dominic George some insight into what may be contributing to the mild temperatures that many across the country are currently experiencing. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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On today's First Up pod - warnings to tie down your trampolines, another blustery front is on the way & Philip Duncan from WeatherWatch tells us about it; we hear about a restaurant where people choose how much they pay for their meals and the government's put the country's supermarket duopoly on notice: 'keep prices down' or 'we'll step in'. First Up - Voice of the Nathan!

Weatherwatch forecaster on the cool change that arrived over the weekend – is another instore? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

WeatherWatch - when will it rain in Southland? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Phil Duncan from WeatherWatch is Monday's resident weather expert, who comments on record rainfall in the north (with Auckland making headlines) and a lingering drought in the south. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With the north of the North and the south of the South still needing rain, we ask WeatherWatch's head weather analyst if there's any on the horizon. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In 1959, Marine pilot William Rankin parachuted from a malfunctioning jet into a violent thunderstorm. The ordeal that followed is almost unique in human experience. In this week's episode of the Futility Closet podcast we'll describe Rankin's harrowing adventure, which has been called "the most prolonged and fantastic parachute descent in history." We'll also hear your thoughts on pronunciation and puzzle over mice and rice. Intro: How do mirrors "know" to reverse writing? Artist Alex Queral carves portraits from telephone books. Sources for our feature on William Rankin: William H. Rankin, The Man Who Rode the Thunder, 1960. Andras Sóbester, Stratospheric Flight: Aeronautics at the Limit, 2011. Stefan Bechtel and Tim Samaras, Tornado Hunter: Getting Inside the Most Violent Storms on Earth, 2009. Gavin Pretor-Pinney, The Cloudspotter's Guide: The Science, History, and Culture of Clouds, 2007. Christopher C. Burt, Extreme Weather: A Guide & Record Book, 2007. Robert Jackson, Baling Out: Amazing Dramas of Military Flying, 2006. David Fisher and William Garvey, eds., Wild Blue: Stories of Survival From Air and Space, 2000. Missy Allen and Michel Peissel, Dangerous Natural Phenomena, 1993. Sally Lee, Predicting Violent Storms, 1989. James Clark, "The Incredible Story of the Marine Who Rode Lightning," Task & Purpose, June 17, 2016. Burkhard Bilger, "Falling: Our Far-Flung Correspondents," New Yorker 83:23 (Aug. 13, 2007), 58. "The Nightmare Fall," Time, Aug. 17, 1959. Paul Simons, "Weather Eye," Times, Aug. 8, 2016. Paul Simons, "US Airman Survived a Thunder Tumble," Times, April 22, 2006. Paul Simons, "Weatherwatch," Guardian, Aug. 30, 2001. Brendan McWillams, "Jumping Into the Eye of a Thunderstorm," Irish Times, June 22, 2001. Harry Kursh, "Thunderstorm!" South Bend [Ind.] Tribune, May 26, 1963. "Marine Flier Bails Out, But It Takes Him 40 Minutes to Land," Indianapolis Star, Aug. 8, 1959. "Tossed by Elements Half-Hour," [Davenport, Iowa] Quad-City Times, Aug. 8, 1959. "Bails Out 9 Miles Up ... Into a Storm," Des Moines [Iowa] Tribune, Aug. 7, 1959. Listener mail: "Rhoticity in English," Wikipedia (accessed Aug. 7, 2021). "Mechelen," Wikipedia (accessed Aug. 7, 2021). Marieke Martin, "Where Did You Say You Were? The Perils of Place Name Pronunciation," BBC Blogs, Sept. 4, 2013. "History of Melbourne," Wikipedia (accessed Aug. 8, 2021). "Melbourne," Wikipedia (accessed Aug. 8, 2021). This week's lateral thinking puzzle was contributed by listener Jon-Richard. You can listen using the player above, download this episode directly, or subscribe on Google Podcasts, on Apple Podcasts, or via the RSS feed at https://futilitycloset.libsyn.com/rss. Please consider becoming a patron of Futility Closet -- you can choose the amount you want to pledge, and we've set up some rewards to help thank you for your support. You can also make a one-time donation on the Support Us page of the Futility Closet website. Many thanks to Doug Ross for the music in this episode. If you have any questions or comments you can reach us at podcast@futilitycloset.com. Thanks for listening!

Canterbury residents are sweltering under scorching high temperatures today, with some parts of the region reportedly getting as high as 40C.There are unconfirmed reports of 40C in Temuka, according to WeatherWatch.A Metservice meteorologist said although the forecaster's thermometers are only registering temperatures in the late 30s, reports as high as 40C are not "unbelievable"."Not all thermometers are created equal. The same air temperatures could be read differently by two different thermometers because they are not all of the same precision or accuracy."The station we have at the Timaru airport got up to 37.5C so it's not unbelievable that someone at their house would've got reaching that 40C mark."Other parts of Canterbury are sweltering under mid-30C temperatures.According to WeatherWatch, Amberly was sitting at 38C as was Geraldine at 2.30pm.Christchurch was sitting on 31C and Dunedin on 26C.Temperatures are expected to reach 36C in Christchurch, 34C in Blenheim and 30C in Dunedin.MetService meteorologist Alwyn Bakker said that is 13C above the Garden City's average temperature for this time of year.Fire permits have been suspended in most of the South Island.Permits are granted when an area is in a restricted season and have been suspended in Canterbury indefinitely.They have also been suspended in the Nelson District with the exception of Nelson Lakes, Murchison, and Golden Bay West for 48 hours.Fire and Emergency NZ's response coordinator Colin Russell said with the high temperatures and strong winds forecast, cancelling active fire permits reduces the potential for fires getting out of control."Please, avoid any spark generating activities, like grinding and cutting metals outdoors, or using farm machinery. Even mowing the lawn could cause sparks to start an out of control fire. Also check previous burn sites for hot embers and if you see a fire call 111 immediately."As an organisation we are well prepared to respond to any incidents across Canterbury.""We have crews on stand by and are ready to protect our communities, if a fire does occur."Crews have spent Tuesday morning continuing to work to contain a large fire which started at Pines Beach on Monday.Russell said the 31-hectare fire is now 60 per cent contained, but it is under control."We have around 30 firefighters working on the fire, as well as heavy machinery.""There are still spots at the fire where our people are managing active fires."Russel said they are likely to be there for at least a couple more days.Temperatures are set to reach scorching levels in the south.It was sitting at 24C by 6am at Mt Cook.Tony Trewinnard of Blue Skies Weather told Chris Lynch of NewstalkZB he would describe it as "stupidly hot.""It is probably likely to be the hottest day of the summer in Canterbury. It is our first day above 30C this January and possibly for the whole summer.""It's happening because we've got some very warm air from the interior of Australia that has worked its away across the Tasman."Temperatures across the South Island have been high so far this week and are expected to continue."Christchurch is currently looking at three days in a row with more than 5C above average," Bakker said.It is considered a heatwave when temperatures are consistently 5C above average for five days.The sunshine is not expected to last all week with a front expected to bring a cool change to much of the country from about Thursday.Canterbury medical officer of health Dr Ramon Pink said while we may welcome a run of hot weather, overheating is a condition than can prove fatal."It's especially important to stay out of the sun where possible, avoid extreme physical exertion and ensure pets and people are not left alone in stationary cars."While we are all vulnerable to hot temperatures, some people are particularly at risk. This includes the elderly, infants and children, women who are pregnant, people suffering from chronic, acute and seve...