A special weather broadcast as parts of the North Island are slammed by severe weather. Guyon Espiner crosses to RNZ reporters in Northland and Coromandel, both of which are under red rain warnings. Also the latest from the MetService and Civil Defence.

We all know there is a prevalence of swearing associated with sports. But now a study led by Dr Richard Stephens from Keele University in the UK says it now understands why; Whitney Hansen will take charge of the Black Ferns on a two-year deal after the six-time world champions came up short at this year's global showpiece; The government has put more support into eradicating the yellow-legged hornets found on Auckland's North Shore; A buoyant idea is helping Hawkes Bay residents stay safe out on the water this summer. Local harbourmaster Adrian Wright has been lending lifejackets to boaties who have been heading out without one.

We all know there is a prevalence of swearing associated with sports. But now a study led by Dr Richard Stephens from Keele University in the UK says it now understands why. Dr Stephens spoke to Lauren Crimp.

News from the rural farming sector.

NZ Cricket chief executive Scott Weenink has resigned after a falling out with the organisation's board.

News from the business sector.

Whitney Hansen will take charge of the Black Ferns on a two-year deal after the six-time world champions came up short at this year's global showpiece. Hansen spoke to Lauren Crimp.

The government has put more support into eradicating the yellow-legged hornets found on Auckland's North Shore. Biosecurity New Zealand Commissioner North Mike Inglis spoke to Lauren Crimp.

Netball New Zealand CEO Jennie Wyllie has resigned at the end of a turbulent year, which included the controversial standing down of the Silver Ferns' coach; Firefighters say a law change may be needed to improve the way emergency services dispatch helicopters for rescues; The Ministry of Health has decided not to renew its contract for the online FluTracking surveillance tool. Its creator.

News from the rural farming sector.