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
New ZealandPolice arrest man in relation to Greymouth shootingPolice were looking for George Sean Warren in relation to a shooting in Greymouth.23 Oct 02:26 AM
New ZealandGreymouth shooting: 'No way did she deserve that'Man responsible for fatally shooting woman still on the loose: associate, car found.22 Oct 11:11 PM
New ZealandPolice guarding Greymouth shooting scene overnightA neighbour said she heard one gunshot before armed police arrived.22 Oct 05:48 AM
New ZealandHeartache for partner of missing fishermanPolice have called off the search for missing fisherman Kieran Lynch.20 Oct 11:28 PM
New ZealandLabour's commitment to Buller Hospital rebuild in spotlightFingers crossed in regard to coalition promises about Buller Hospital rebuild.20 Oct 02:25 AM
New ZealandSearch resumes for fisherman missing for five weeksThe Dive Squad is resuming their search for missing boatie 22-year-old Kieran Lynch.17 Oct 10:56 PM
New ZealandNeighbours flee as a vacant house burnsWorried neighbours fled early this morning as a vacant house next door erupted in flames.17 Oct 02:26 AM
New ZealandBlue jellyfish invasion spreading across west coastTens of thousands of by-the-wind-sailors, or velella, first appeared on Blaketown Beach.16 Oct 01:33 AM
New ZealandJellyfish-like creatures invade West Coast beachesTens of thousands of jellyfish-like creatures have washed up on Greymouth beaches.13 Oct 01:31 AM
BusinessWestland Milk Products on road to recoveryAfter a rocky couple of years Westland Milk Products is on the road to recovery.28 Sep 01:48 AM