New ZealandCool change sweeps in as wet, windy front spreads across the countryA sharp cool change will leave many towns stuck in the mid to high teens.16 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandHow new parking fees could change visits to Aoraki, Franz Josef and PunakaikiParking will cost $5 an hour, with a 20‑minute free period for short stops.22 Nov 02:20 AM
New ZealandPay-to-park at Aoraki/Mt Cook; new scheme to charge visitors $25 a dayDoC expects to raise about $1.5m from three pilot sites by mid-2026.23 Sep 09:26 PM
New Zealand'They're a resilient bunch': Westland Mayor commends locals amid extreme weather09 Nov 05:30 AM
New ZealandWest Coast residents without power as rivers rise, fresh warnings for North IslandThere are rain and wind alerts for Tasman, Taranaki and Wellington.09 Apr 09:22 PM
TravelTravellers from the US and Europe are suddenly descending on to Franz Josef Glacier. But why?Our glacier is retreating. Access is restricted. Make like an overseas visitor and go now.11 Mar 05:00 AM
New Zealand'The river will do what it will do': Engineers to assess shifted WaihoA full assessment of the river's shift into the Tatare will be done on February 8-9.01 Feb 02:43 AM
New ZealandWest Coast state of emergency lifted, SH6 reopensThe region prepared for what was expected to be torrential downpours overnight.19 Jan 10:14 PM
New ZealandWatch: State of emergency declared from Hokitika to Haast as West Coast weather intensifiesA heavy rain red warning is in place for Westland until Saturday morning.19 Jan 02:23 AM
New Zealand200 glaciers vanish in Southern AlpsOne of the main drivers of glacier change in the Southern Alps is ocean temperature.25 Sep 07:09 PM
New ZealandScenic questions consents for at-risk Franz JosefWhy are authorities still issuing building consents in the area?03 Aug 09:07 PM
New Zealand'Insidious crime': Former council manager jailed for corruptionThe former council manager and his associate were sent to jail for corruption and bribery.22 Mar 02:52 AM
TravelGlacier Trail: West Coast asks for $60m cycle trail to FoxAn ambitious scenic cycle trail has passed the first hurdle.01 Nov 05:00 AM
TravelHot tubs and cool attractions at Rainforest RetreatRoad-tripping on the West Coast? Make a pit stop at this affordable retreat.12 Oct 09:52 PM
New Zealand'Devastating news': Family grieve for father of two killed in plane crashTim Gibb died on a flight from Franz Josef to Rangiora and has been remembered onine06 Aug 01:01 AM
TravelTravel deals: Forest retreats, Great Barrier resorts and moreEscape to a beachside resort or forest retreat with this week's travel deals.25 May 07:00 PM
New ZealandAlpine Fault: The small town caught directly in the middleGeotechnical reports have recommended moving the township.25 May 06:00 PM
New ZealandSpecial report: The tragic trend making ghosts of our glaciersOur snowlines are rising at 'a screaming pace'. Just what does Aotearoa stand to lose?18 Apr 03:00 AM
TravelGorse Busters: West Coast voluntourists sign up for sequelIf there's something strange, growing in your bush...04 Mar 04:30 PM
TourismAfter 90 years, nine Youth Hostel Association properties go up for saleThe hostels have 410 rooms and 1320 beds08 Feb 08:00 PM
New ZealandWild weather: Small West Coast town cut off as heavy rain closes inRain over the last 24 hours has made for Westport's wettest February day in 78 years.03 Feb 06:20 PM
New ZealandWest Coast downpour: State of emergency declared - residents told to prepareFranz Josef and Haast are isolated due to the State Highway being blocked on either side.02 Feb 06:26 PM
OpinionWhy Air NZ's tame, lame safety video should run and runOur national carrier's latest in-flight instructional video is instantly forgettable.11 Jan 09:40 PM
New ZealandFranz floodwalls have 20 years left, 'significant' hazard for townshipThe bed of the Waiho is rising at a rate of 180mm a year.16 Dec 07:31 PM
New ZealandTemperature boost expected as rain hits West CoastSome rain was expected for Buller and Westland in the coming days but not as severe.27 Nov 04:00 PM
TravelFirst spring kiwi chick 'Hope' born as Alert Level lowersHope was born at 8.20am, hours after the South Island lowered Covid Alert levels.31 Aug 11:03 PM
New ZealandEndangered bats seen for the first time in Franz Josef in decadesOne of the country's most endangered mammals has been seen in Franz Josef.13 Aug 05:00 PM
