New ZealandMissing woman's Eftpos cluePolice have released more information about the movements of a woman who has been missing since December 22.25 Jan 01:27 AM
New ZealandFraudster granted final name suppressionA West Coast woman was granted final name suppression after she was convicted yesterday on two counts of forging a document for financial gain, defrauding others of $30,000.24 Jan 01:23 AM
New ZealandStrongman widows, children visit mineAbout 250 people were bused up the hillside to the Strongman Mine site on Saturday for a poignant ceremony to commemorate the tragedy there 50 years ago.23 Jan 02:35 AM
New ZealandMan fires Nerf guns at McDonald'sMan charged with disorderly behaviour after firing Nerf guns in Greymouth McDonald's restaurant.23 Jan 01:53 AM
New ZealandPolice searching for missing peopleSouth Island police are concerned for the wellbeing of two missing people and ask anyone with information to contact them.19 Jan 05:09 AM
New ZealandBell tolls 19 times for Strongman victimsMore than 200 people gathered this morning for a minute's silence 50 years on from the Strongman Mine disaster.19 Jan 02:49 AM
New ZealandGrey and Buller rivers still risingBoth the Grey and Buller rivers were still rising at noon today, but civil defence said the rate had slowed.19 Jan 02:36 AM
New ZealandSlips, trees close South Island roadsNZTA is prioritising clearing Lewis Pass, the main transport link between Picton and Christchurch since November's big earthquake.18 Jan 07:55 PM
New ZealandLittle proposes new solution for Pike RiverLabour leader Andrew Little is proposing a new solution to recover bodies in the Pike River coal mine.18 Jan 03:05 AM
New ZealandCoast weather bomb: Worst after midnightThe worst of the West Coast's wet weather should be over by dawn tomorrow, says Hokitika weather observer Mark Crompton.18 Jan 01:59 AM
New ZealandFire in the hole: grim tales from rescuersStrongman mine disaster happened 50 years ago next week. Paul McBride catches up with the five surviving members of the Mines Rescue teams.17 Jan 04:00 PM
New ZealandMinute's silence to mark Strongman disasterA minute's silence will be observed in Greymouth on Thursday to mark the 50th anniversary of the 1967 Strongman Mine disaster which claimed 19 lives.16 Jan 01:34 AM
New ZealandStrongman anniversary: Five widows to attendNext week's 50th anniversary of the Strongman Mine disaster may be the last opportunity for many to remember the 1967 tragedy.13 Jan 02:40 AM
New ZealandUse of Taser on drunk man 'unjustified'Police should not have twice Tasered a drunk West Coast man, authority rules.11 Jan 09:28 PM
New ZealandIan Mune joins Pike River Mine protestActor and film director Ian Mune slammed the Government today as he joined protesters at the Pike River Mine entrance.10 Jan 02:33 AM
New ZealandGreymouth retailers urged to rethink opening hours for West Coast touristsHundreds of tourists are milling around downtown Greymouth at weekends and evenings.09 Jan 02:01 AM
New ZealandWest Coast rains supreme as wettest spot in NZThe West Coast has held on to its dubious record as the wettest place in New Zealand, albeit in the Southern Alps.09 Jan 01:41 AM
New ZealandFire on Mt Horrible causes traffic delaysMotorists travelling between the West Coast and Canterbury today were urged to go through Lewis Pass after an early morning fire at 09 Jan 01:27 AM
New ZealandWater consents draw ire of neighboursAlpine Pure last year renewed its consents with the West Coast Regional Council, and has applied to do the same with the Westland District Council.06 Jan 01:02 AM
New ZealandNew alcohol rules at races will hit puntersNew alcohol rules imposed on the Kumara Nuggets race meeting on January 14 have resulted in a sting in the tail for punters.30 Dec 05:00 AM
New ZealandLaser light pointed at commercial flightA laser light was pointed at a trans-Tasman jet flying over Greymouth last evening.30 Dec 04:32 AM
New ZealandDoC to clean up contaminated mine siteDoC says there is significant arsenic, mercury and cyanide contamination of the soil at the Alexander River mine site.29 Dec 03:41 AM
New ZealandXmas weather: What are we in store for?What will start out as a cloudy morning for most of the country should clear as the Christmas day wears on, but the odd shower is in store too.24 Dec 07:18 PM
New ZealandEx-cop wants Lisa Blakie murder probeBridget McMenamin worked on the Lisa Blakie murder inquiry. She has launched a Facebook page to investigate the 2000 case again.23 Dec 04:41 AM
New ZealandMan fractures ribs after being knocked off bicycleA 77-year-old man suffered suspected fractured ribs when he was knocked off his push bike in Kilgour Road, Greymouth, this morning.23 Dec 02:03 AM
New ZealandFishing boat Te Aroha rises from the ashesAfter extensive fire damage the Greymouth fishing boat Te Aroha has risen from the ashes and is back trawling off the West Coast.22 Dec 01:50 AM
New ZealandWarm, wet, wild: 2016's extreme weatherThere was a record downpour in Auckland, a tornado in Taranaki and "quake lights" above Wellington. Oh, and 2016 was likely also New Zealand's hottest year on record.20 Dec 01:59 AM
New ZealandPike River protestors told to move onPike River protestors have been told to move on and remove the gates they put up to block Solid Energy.17 Dec 12:55 AM
New ZealandSchool cans all outings, school campsRunanga School has canned school camps and all outings for pupils in 2017 while it reviews education outside the classroom (EOTC) activities.16 Dec 01:36 AM
KahuTumahai takes Te Runanga o Ngai Tahu reinsHokitika woman Lisa Tumahai yesterday stepped into the top role of the billion-dollar Te Runanga o Ngai Tahu.14 Dec 01:42 AM
New ZealandReport into 1080 use releasedEnvironmental Protection Authority report finds a number of incidents on the West Coast including one where someone removed signs when baits were still toxic.13 Dec 07:07 AM
New ZealandCrown manager appointed to Tai PoutiniThe Government today appointed a crown manager to the polytechnic, citing a significant financial deficit and declining student numbers.13 Dec 04:53 AM
New ZealandPike River families reveal re-entry planPrime Minister Bill English has agreed to meet with the Pike River families to discuss a new plan to re-enter the coal mine.12 Dec 11:29 PM
OpinionHosking: Time to abandon mine protest?COMMENT: As the owner of Pike River the Govt have the ultimate responsibility, and safety comes first. As much as you want it to be different, blocking roads doesn't change that.12 Dec 06:19 PM
