New ZealandHeroic bridge rescue earns teen Royal Humane Society medalLocal police have called diesel mechanic apprentice Andrew Field's action "heroic"12 Apr 04:19 AM
New ZealandNever before seen footage of intact body in Pike River mine to be releasedHelen Kelly documentary maker claims to have footage of body inside Pike River mine.07 Apr 02:23 AM
New ZealandDistress beacons can save lives: Rescue centreTwo hunters were rescued on the West Coast, north of Haast, yesterday morning.05 Apr 07:36 PM
New ZealandAussie paramedic killed while abseiling in New ZealandThey were on an adventure of a lifetime, then in an instant, the unthinkable happened.22 Mar 06:37 AM
New ZealandWoman falls 100m to her death while canyoningA canyoning trip turned to tragedy when woman fell to her death.21 Mar 09:25 PM
New ZealandCops foil naked man's dash from the dockArrested man seen ranting in court before ripping off prison gown and making naked escape.15 Mar 01:52 AM
TravelNew Zealand's scenic mountain crossingThe panoramic open carriages of the TranzAlpine crosses New Zealand's Southern Alps at a leisurely pace. Your eyes will wish it went slower.Watch28 Feb 03:26 AM
New ZealandFour out of five polytechnics face losses by 2022Polytech and vocational training leaders meet in Manukau tomorrow to map a survival plan.28 Feb 02:20 AM
New ZealandMidnight the runaway pig leads merry chase around townA pig on the loose in Greymouth has led an animal control officer on a gleeful chase.25 Feb 11:05 PM
New ZealandPlastic perhaps not so fantasticPlastic has many uses - but have we made too much and what can we do about it?25 Feb 05:01 AM
New ZealandGita's big split: How NZ got in the way - and today's region-by-region forecastThe storm has split in two and continues to ravage Canterbury and the lower South Island.20 Feb 04:25 PM
New ZealandLive: Washed away - Gita's trail of destruction, more rain to comeSome Tasman residents remain cut off as the country cleans up after ex-cyclone Gita.20 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandGita: 'Terrifying' winds with trees snapping like match sticksThe storm ripped out fences, pulled off garage doors and peeled off a roof.20 Feb 10:51 AM
New ZealandGita: West Coast towns brace for impact in eye of stormLocals are stocking up at supermarket before 150km/h winds arrive.20 Feb 12:44 AM
New ZealandPolice visits to Gloriavale ongoingPolice say they visit Gloriavale regularly, following reports of a heightened presence.13 Feb 04:07 AM
New ZealandHundreds turn up to clean up Greymouth beachHundreds turned out to clean up a West Coast beach today following last week's storm.06 Feb 02:36 AM
New ZealandGreymouth on clean-up for Waitangi DayCoasters get stuck in for Waitangi Day cleanup.05 Feb 07:47 PM
New ZealandCyclone Fehi: The latestState Highway 6 has reopened, but some still remain without power on the West Coast.03 Feb 12:31 AM
New ZealandThousands of plastic bags litter Greymouth beachYesterday's storm exposed an old coastal rubbish dump in Greymouth.01 Feb 07:31 PM
New ZealandCyclone sting: Rescue mission under way for 115 tourists trapped in carsDamage assessment begins after ex-Tropical Cyclone Fehi ravaged much of the country.01 Feb 04:13 PM
New ZealandWild weather: In picturesEx-cyclone Fehi is sweeping across the country today bringing wild weather to most parts.31 Jan 11:01 PM
New ZealandMeet the people in NZ's most isolated townWhere land can still be found for $60,000 and the closest city is almost 400km away.16 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandOur Jekyll and Hyde summer continuesFour seasons in one country - heat, thunderstorms and rain on way.12 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandTorrential rain intensifies on West CoastTorrential downpour on the West Coast is expected to peak about 4am.11 Jan 05:48 AM
New ZealandSerious flooding in Hokitika, GreymouthSeven roads closed in Grey District as floods spread south on the West Coast.11 Jan 02:22 AM
New ZealandWeather woes to continue with more drizzle next weekThere will be showers for most of the country next week; no severe weather is forecast.06 Jan 06:36 PM
New Zealand'It's a tragedy': Battling Kiwi town loses major retailer"We spent nearly $1 million ... making it the best possible retail space in the CBD."27 Dec 05:10 AM
New ZealandUniversities on 'risky' building spreeBriefings: Building spree creates a risk that development will exceed demand, TEC says.07 Dec 02:57 AM
New ZealandPolitical Roundup: Progress on Pike RiverCOMMENT: Pike River is a litmus test for any party that wants to be considered pro-worker.23 Nov 02:41 AM
New ZealandPike River families confident of re-entry planLabour plans to re-enter the Pike mine by March 2019.20 Nov 05:19 AM
New ZealandSummer comes early to West CoastNovember is usually West Coast's wettest month, but this year sunblock is in high demand.20 Nov 01:24 AM
New ZealandNeighbouring houses destroyed by fireThe fire spread because the houses were so close together.10 Nov 05:24 PM
New ZealandGreymouth murder accused granted name suppressionMan charged with murder of a 43-year-old mother granted interim name suppression.24 Oct 01:51 AM
New ZealandGreymouth shooting: Murder charges laidA man will appear in court today after Sunday's shooting in Greymouth.23 Oct 05:52 PM
