The CountryCaught out: Pair pinged over blue cod plunderFishermen fined, boat forfeited after pair lie about why they had more fish than allowed.27 Oct 07:53 PM
The CountryThirty seven sheep die 'horrific deaths' in prolonged overnight dog attack'You're never quite prepared for it,' - dog control officer attacked by dogs on farm.26 Oct 05:00 AM
The Country$72k in fines, vessel confiscated after illegal deep sea fishingIllegal trawling in protected waters an "honest mistake", says judge.01 Sep 10:33 PM
The Country'Sorry it's your time to die': Man egged on by mates deliberately drove into pregnant sheepMan who killed sheep by running over it with his ute says he's 'not a cruel person'.29 Aug 06:02 PM
The CountryNelson-Tasman flood victims re-entering homes as property assessments continueEvacuees are receiving calls to confirm their property assessment.23 Aug 04:10 AM
The CountryWeather aftermath: State of emergency extended in Nelson for seven daysIt has been extended till 2.54 pm on Wednesday August 31.22 Aug 06:48 AM
The CountryAerial photos show devastating impact of flooding in NelsonFields and paddocks now look more like rivers, and streets resemble streams.20 Aug 07:40 AM
The CountryLive: State of emergency declared in Marlborough; heavy rain expected overnight in TasmanMore than 400 homes have had to be evacuated in the Nelson area.19 Aug 01:45 AM
The Country'Frightening, out of control' - Nelson residents flee as river bursts; Auckland also in firing line'We were told we had five minutes to get out.'17 Aug 08:33 PM
The CountryDespair over low election candidate numbersA considerable number of council seats across New Zealand have no candidates.09 Aug 06:36 PM
The CountryDiesel spray sparks trawler fire, Talley's to review maintenance proceduresTalleys is now actioning recommendations issued by the TAIC.21 Jul 03:21 AM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryIs Northland about to become New Zealand's peanut paradise?The first official trial for Kiwi-grown peanuts has been smooth sailing in Northland.22 Jun 05:00 PM
The CountryChopper pilot's lucky escape: 'I didn't crash it, the machine crashed me'Tony Ibbotson was within sight of home when his helicopter crashed.01 Apr 04:00 PM
The CountryNelson homicide victim identified, police investigatingA 56-year-old man was found deceased at Eden's Road Fruit orchard in Hope.11 Mar 12:46 AM
The CountryCompany takes the rap after pointing finger at driverA truck driver's first day ended badly when her truck rolled, blocking the highway.21 Feb 01:14 AM
The CountryFarmers prepare as closed borders disrupt harvest amid Omicron outbreakIt's estimated top of South Island needs 1500 more staff across a number of industries.26 Jan 07:30 PM
The CountryFloyd Haare wins open final at Tapawera ShearsFloyd Haare is the fifth open-final winner from Southland this season23 Jan 08:00 PM
The CountryLive: 'High-risk' exposure - Covid case visited Fiordland DoC hutOfficials regard the remote wilderness setting as a high risk.06 Dec 10:25 PM
The CountryTop towns: Closing in on 100 per cent first dose in some placesFour locations are not far off the achievement.29 Oct 01:14 AM
The CountryTop Towns: Dunedin still most vaccinated, Hamilton closing in on AucklandFind out how your town's vaccination rate compares.15 Oct 12:51 AM
The CountryThe 90% Project: The city that's toppled Kaikōura as vaccination Top TownThis city also has the third-lowest population of unvaccinated people at 13 per cent.06 Oct 06:04 PM
The CountryThe big drench: Long, slow system to bring heavy rainParts of Nelson have received 70mm in 12 hours - with another 12 to go.26 Aug 08:42 PM
The CountryCrayfish and salmon for conference goes to needySeafood NZ conference food to go to Nelson Environment Centre's Kai Rescue programme.19 Aug 10:00 PM
The CountryChances of snowfall in south and north looking 'pretty good' - Metservice'There's quite a cold air mass in circulation,' Metservice says.05 Aug 05:00 PM
The CountryMussel farmers millions of dollars out of pocket after stormsWild weather left a tangled mess of mussel lines on a number of farms in Tasman Bay.29 Jul 10:30 PM
The CountryState highways still closed after flooding, slipsThe NZTA says workers will be out first thing this morning.18 Jul 08:35 PM
The CountryJonathan Bates wins Nelson Young Grower competitionBates said he was "still in shock," as he "totally didn't expect to win".06 Jul 11:00 PM
The CountryMarlborough firm looks at marketing reject apples for stock feedKiwi Seed investigating apples' nutritional benefits before marketing to farmers.27 Apr 10:45 PM
PremiumPremiumThe CountryASB Regional scoreboard: How is your local economy coping?A table ranking regional economic performance reflects the two speeds of the recovery.29 Mar 04:43 AM
The CountryFreedom: Beached trawler finally refloatedThe Remus ran aground on the South Island's southern west coast on Thursday.28 Feb 10:36 PM
The CountryProject helps connect rural mothers in Tasman regionTapawera Connect Trust's mothers' group to build social resilience in the community.27 Jan 09:30 PM
The CountrySummer scorcher: Temperatures set to reach 36C in south this weekTemperatures could be 12C above Christchurch's average for this time of year.24 Jan 11:59 PM
The CountryThe best and the worst: Who's had the most sunshine so far this year?Good day sunshine? Some towns and cities have enjoyed 50 per cent more sun than others.21 Jan 09:40 PM
The CountryBacon company found as source of listeria contaminationThe ham products were recalled from stores last month.21 Jan 08:07 PM