West Coast
Rain, possible thunderstorms over the weekend
MetService has issued severe weather warnings for parts of the South Island.
Māwhera Pā to tell stories of Poutini Ngāi Tahu
The new centre named Māwhera Pā is the first of four hubs telling the stories of Poutini Ngāi Tahu on the South Island's West Coast.
Body found on West Coast walking track
Police are investigating after a body was found on a walking track on the West Coast.
Heavy rain, strong winds to lash lower North Island, South Island
Severe heavy rain and gale warnings have been issued for parts of the lower North Island and much of the South Island, from Saturday into Sunday.
Pilot rejects finding that his error caused West Coast crash
Returning to the West Coast town of Karamea after dropping two hunters in the bush, 71-year-old pilot Tony Ibbotson heard a severe bang from the rear of his helicopter.
Restoration of gold mining cottage creates unique challenges
A 100-year-old gold miner's cottage at Waiuta will be opened in March after a $100,000 restoration by the Department of Conservation.
Swaps of DOC land still on the cards
Land swaps between the Department of Conservation and West Coast private landowners are still on the cards.
Concern over congestion on popular Hokitika Gorge walkway
Tourist operators are concerned the Hokitika Gorge walkway may struggle with an influx of summer visitors following its bridge closure.
You've goat to be kidding me: Goats' bleat believed to be mistaken for 'distress' calls
Volunteers spent about three hours searching bush near Westport last night after someone heard what sounded like distress calls.
Heavy rain warning for West Coast, central NZ
A series of fronts are expected to bring rain to much of the country over the rest of the weekend.
Hundreds of suspected crimes uncovered at Gloriavale
A major police investigation into abuse at Gloriavale has identified more than 100 potential victims over four decades of alleged offending.
Finding Frank - a true deer hunting legend
Frank Erceg was victim of New Zealand's first helicopter hunting accident, but now his story, and that of the deer culling industry has come to life through his niece, Louise Maich. Audio
'World class' resource on West Coast
The West Coast mineral sands resource is "world class" with the potential to create about 300 jobs, Westland Mineral Sands managing director Ray Mudgway says.
Clock ticks on West Coast Regional Council rates mistake
Ratepayers effected by the blunder are being urged to pay something by 30 November to avoid penalties.
New proposal to help boost Te Anau-Manapouri Airport
Te Anau-Manapouri Airport has been running at a loss since inception but the Southland District Council is hoping to see the airport financially viable and sustainable.
Gloriavale man's alleged sex crimes detailed in court
A woman who accused a man of raping her at Gloriavale was told there was no way she would ever marry. Audio
Trial for man accused of sexual offending against Gloriavale children gets underway
Jonathan Benjamin is charged with various sexual offences against children and young women.
West Coast trust invests $3m in minerals company
Development West Coast (DWC) is investing $3 million in Westland Mineral Sands.
Westport's flooding disaster 'could have been avoided'
Westport's flooding disaster "could have been avoided" if funds had been available sooner to reduce the risk.
Residents around Franz Josef at risk of catastrophic flooding
Evacuation plans for residents and visitors along the Waiho (Waiau) River at Franz Josef have been questioned by the Mayor of Westland.