New ZealandGloriavale leaders admit mishandling sex abuse casesGloriavale leaders say they were unaware of the extent of abuse until two years ago.13 Oct 05:14 AM
New ZealandGloriavale wins milk battle - on condition no child labour used on farmsMilk giant stopped milk collection from farms after child labour allegations.04 Oct 01:15 AM
New ZealandShock move at Pike River Mine: Police announce further borehole drillingSome families still hope that a criminal prosecution will be possible.29 Sep 09:00 PM
New ZealandHundreds report feeling 4.7 magnitude quake northeast of GreymouthA 4.7 magnitude earthquake has hit the West Coast region overnight.26 Sep 04:45 PM
New ZealandAnti-Government conspiracy theorists stage Greymouth hijack'Angry, radical group' shouts before staging walkout.31 Aug 10:21 PM
New ZealandGloriavale milk row: No child labour used on farms, court hearsLosing $9m a year contract would be 'devastating if not fatal blow' for community.24 Jul 11:30 PM
New ZealandWest Coast sportsman's child sex crimes shockPolice have urged other potential victims to come forward.24 Jul 10:00 PM
New ZealandPolice investigating fatal house fire in GreymouthEmergency services were called to the fire on Peel St in Cobden at about 5.30am.21 Jul 08:20 PM
TravelPaparoa Track: Why DoC's newest Great Walk might be its bestIn spite of its recent addition, the Paparoa is already the fourth busiest Great Walk.04 Jul 10:41 PM
New ZealandCovered in mud: Passenger train hits slip on West CoastThe slip was caused by a deluge of heavy rain.14 Jun 05:08 AM
New ZealandPolice investigate large blaze in old school building in GreymouthFire crews received multiple calls to the former Karoro Learning site.06 Jun 03:48 AM
New ZealandGloriavale leaders apologise for 'abhorrent' sexual abuse, child labourLandmark court decision opens the door for further court action against Gloriavale.27 May 02:41 AM
New ZealandAlpine Fault: Is NZ ready for quake longer, stronger than Chch?There has been a major quake on the fault roughly every 300 years. The last one? 1717.23 May 09:24 PM
New ZealandLocal sits on wanted criminal until police arriveGang member had evaded the armed offenders squad.17 May 02:28 AM
New ZealandTwo slips close West Coast highway as heavy rain hitsAn update on the closures is expected at 12pm.08 May 11:28 PM
New ZealandDriver thrown from car in fatal crash: Police appeal for help as investigation continuesInitial indications are southbound car crossed centre line, colliding with northbound car.30 Apr 09:54 PM
New Zealand'Like a tidal wave': Quilting shop damaged by sudden floodingThe West Coast was hit by flooding, power outages and road closures.21 Apr 07:43 PM
New ZealandTwo more dead Hector's dolphins found on South Island beachesIt makes 14 of the species found dead in the South Island since November.20 Apr 10:05 PM
New ZealandWeather records tumble in dry and warm MarchQueenstown recorded its warmest March in 150 years.07 Apr 07:09 PM
New ZealandMissing man found in GreymouthThere were concerns for the 77yo's wellbeing as he has dementia.05 Apr 11:12 PM
New ZealandReports of Covid at Gloriavale as NZ passes grim milestoneMore than 100 people with Covid have died since the pandemic began.12 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandCovid at Gloriavale: 'Significant cluster' confirmed by health officialsIt comes as remote religious community slowly takes up jab.12 Mar 02:27 AM
New ZealandPike River: More human remains spotted as project ends; police probe ongoingEight sets of human remains were found during borehole drill imaging.09 Mar 03:00 AM
New ZealandWest Coast aged-care wing closure 'bulls**t' say Reefton residentsTearful family members relayed their dismay to DHB.03 Mar 07:21 PM
New ZealandHeavy rain possible for West Coast after week of delugeWarnings include Tasman district west of Motueka, Marlborough Sounds, Rai Valley.11 Feb 05:00 PM
New ZealandUse of dog to arrest suspected drink driver unjustified - police watchdogThe man was bitten by the dog and had to be taken to hospital.07 Feb 09:23 PM
New ZealandWest Coast floods: Stranded parents, kids in nappies rescued by chopper as floodwaters riseA mother and two young children in nappies were helped off the helicopter.04 Feb 02:31 AM
New Zealand'Heartbroken': Upset as Westport evacuates again; Worst rain still to comeEvacuations underway as mayor warns locals they could be away for up to three days.04 Feb 01:00 AM
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
New Zealand60 stolen packages still lost, possibly hidden after courier van theftThe unmarked vehicle was stolen on Monday.27 Jan 07:26 PM
New ZealandAir fryer thought to be cause of fire that engulfed Greymouth house in minutesA Givealittle page has been set up by friends of the family.14 Jan 01:34 AM
New ZealandGloriavale teacher who assaulted students sentenced to supervisionVigilant Standtrue had previously admitted charges of assaulting boys aged 9, 10 and 11.14 Jan 12:20 AM
New ZealandPike River: Evidence of further remains foundPolice hope drilling an additional borehole will reveal what caused the first explosion.18 Dec 10:22 PM
