New ZealandOverseas visitor charged with causing death of school librarian following Canterbury crashDriver admits careless driving but is granted name suppression until sentencing date.21 Jan 11:16 PM
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 ZealandWest Coast prepares for a month's worth of rain in one dayMetService is predicting up to 800mm of rain for some areas.17 Jan 11:06 PM
New ZealandMan charged with causing death of school librarian following crashThe woman and her husband were two of six people involved in Sunday's crash.16 Jan 09:58 PM
New ZealandSchool librarian killed in crash ‘known for her good humour and laughter’The librarian and her husband were two of six people involved in Sunday's crash.15 Jan 09:48 PM
PremiumPremiumConstructionWatch: Sacked ELE worker sleeping in his car - 'I'm like a shrimp'“I have a family to support, sending money to my daughters, brothers, mother and my wife.'11 Jan 03:22 AM
New ZealandGreymouth man jailed for sexual offences on victims as young as 10Police commend bravery of victims after sentencing of 27-year-old Liam Nixon.06 Dec 08:21 AM
New Zealand'He was hurting for us': Rider killed in Pike River memorial ride crash rememberedCraig Percasky had married his long-term love four years before his tragic death.20 Nov 06:48 PM
New ZealandDeath of motorcyclist on Pike River memorial ride difficult to bear, friend saysCraig Percasky, from Kaiapoi, collided with another vehicle around 10am yesterday.18 Nov 10:48 PM
New ZealandThe Great NZ Road Trip: Greymouth to NelsonShayne Currie continues his journey and makes his way to the top of the South Island, arriving in Nelson from Greymouth. Video / NZ HeraldWatch04 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandThe Great NZ Road Trip: Christchurch to GreymouthShayne Currie continues his journey, this time through Arthur's Pass as he makes his way from Christchurch to Greymouth. Video / NZ HeraldWatch03 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandPike River movie production starts on West CoastNew film aims to tell story following explosions which killed 29 men.01 Nov 11:44 PM
PremiumPremiumConstruction‘Bad blood’ between brothers after building firm break-upWest Coast brothers part ways in business, but meet in court dispute.01 Oct 09:46 PM
New ZealandPike River families call for political unity on corporate manslaughter lawCalls come after Whakaari/White Island charges were dismissed.24 Sep 07:42 PM
New ZealandMystery solved: Greymouth 'HELP' message revealed as children's prankThe message sparked an extensive search over the weekend.04 Sep 05:17 AM
CrimeNot the buzz: $120k loss to beekeepers after man irked by bees taking his pollenHe was angry the bees were taking pollen from his flowers.24 Aug 05:00 PM
TravelWilderness Trail turns 10: Cycle route that revolutionised the West CoastBuild it and they will cycle.24 Aug 06:00 AM
New ZealandThe great chase: Big game fishermen descend on West Coast townAnglers take to the sea hunting giant bluefin tuna.20 Aug 11:04 PM
New ZealandWest Coast’s rental market 'worst it’s ever been''I’ve never seen it like this before - it’s the worst it’s ever been.'09 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandLandfill worker critical after being ‘overcome by fumes’Firefighters rescued the man in West Coast incident; he is critically ill in hospital.03 Aug 10:35 PM
CrimeGloriavale leader heads to Greymouth District Court Gloriavale leader Howard Temple heads into the Greymouth District Court. Video / George Heard Watch01 Aug 11:57 PM
New Zealand'Reeking' of fumes: Carpet layer's death due to toxic solventRyan Mead died from toxic fumes after installing carpet.11 Jul 12:27 AM
New ZealandMore human remains found at Pike River: 'They may even be my boy' - fatherLatest find means 12 of the 29 men killed in 2010 disaster have now been located.23 Jun 12:50 AM
EntertainmentCountry music legend rushed to hospitalCountry muso rushed to hospital, minutes before he was due to take the stage.19 Jun 08:05 PM
Banking and financeThree areas where REINZ sees recovery: House price changesAuckland is now at $995,000, the third month in a row its median is below $1m.14 Jun 09:00 PM
New ZealandSenior cop chased young teens at 214km/hA long-serving Greymouth police officer was today convicted of dangerous driving.29 May 07:17 AM
New Zealand'This has been a huge cover-up': Pike River mine disaster dad blasts official responseBernie Monk has been shown new images of potential human remains inside mine.12 May 03:08 AM
New ZealandPossible human remains found in Pike River mine - policeImages taken from deep inside mine have been examined by pathologists.11 May 11:38 PM
PremiumPremiumSmall BusinessBlackball’s black garlic experimentBlackball business owners decided to find a way to make black garlic on the West Coast.30 Apr 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLifestyleKing George, the coronation - and the mystery disappearance of NZ's golden giftHow did the British Monarchy lose the biggest chunk of gold ever found in NZ?28 Apr 03:00 AM
New ZealandYoung Gloriavale leaver's first taste of alcohol lands him in courtRedeemed Standfast was new to drinking, the court heard.30 Mar 01:40 AM
New ZealandGloriavale employment case wrapping upChief judge Christina Inglis urged to hear the voices of Gloriavale mothers.29 Mar 06:09 PM
New ZealandTornado rips through South Island town as wild weather hitsWild weather has battered parts of central and southern areas of the country overnight.20 Mar 05:09 PM
