66-year-old swept away by floodwaters named
Aerial photos reveal staggering damage caused by the torrents of water.
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Review backs Parole Board's release of convicted killer Paul Wilson
NZ data shows 0.4% chance of released killer going on to kill again
Elderly woman dies in flood waters on West Coast
A woman's body has been found on the banks of a flooded West Coast river.
Stranded tourists' plans up in air after West Coast deluge
About 450 tourists were kept in Franz Josef overnight due to dangerous road conditions.
West Coast hammered by 'exceptional' rainfall
A state of emergency is in place for the district.
Brain, testicles and snouts served up at food festival
Hokitika's Wildfoods Festival is celebrating 30 years - with a range of daring delicacies!
Mystery of a barman's fatal shooting
Hotel chef arrested for murder five months after workmate's death.
Get out the sunscreen, it's sunshine for all
Thames, Alexandra and Wanaka are all expected to get to 28C today.
Massive slip closes highway
The slip cascaded down over State Highway 6 north of Franz Josef Glacier.
How double killer cheated conviction for 'sinister, brutal' rape
Paul Wilson admitted raping Kimberly Schroder years later
Boy found after six-hour search in West Coast bush
The boy went missing about 11.30am while walking around the Waiuta area.
Thunderstorms set to strike South Island's West Coast
Thunderstorms to batter the West Coast of the South Island in the next 24 hours
Heavy rain disrupts milk collection
Firm unable to collect milk from about 60 farms south of Hokitika because of road closures
Schoolboys trapped by flood waters make it out safely
The 25 year 9 students were trapped in Mt Aspiring National Park.
Westland students evacuate but some may hunker down
Some students are being evacuated by police vehicles which can brave the weather.
Rugby: Wanganui's trip into the unknown to face West Coast
Lack of footage from opening round leaves coach in the dark about opponents.
State-house Airbnb 'taking the mickey out of Housing NZ'
Sub-letting a Housing NZ rental property is not permitted and this includes Airbnb.
Rest home nurse leaves heart-attack victim to die
Man's life could have been saved if nurse had resuscitated.
Scout leader who groomed teens unmasked
Wayne Noble admitted six charges and committed a 'colossal betrayal of trust'.
What to expect this weekend: Heavy rain on its way
We'll be spared worst of the extreme winds causing havoc in Australia, but it'll be wet.
New Zealand small towns, as you've never seen them
Scientists creates unique maps of NZ small towns.
Cyclone Fehi: The latest
State Highway 6 has reopened, but some still remain without power on the West Coast.
Cyclone Fehi: State highway reopens
This week's storm played havoc with the plans of motorists, with closures stranding many.
Wild weather: In pictures
Ex-cyclone Fehi is sweeping across the country today bringing wild weather to most parts.
Torrential rain intensifies on West Coast
Torrential downpour on the West Coast is expected to peak about 4am.
Serious flooding in Hokitika, Greymouth
Seven roads closed in Grey District as floods spread south on the West Coast.
Kiwi summer off to a good start
Get out your picnic blankets and put on some sunscreen this weekend.
Air NZ flight from hell: 'I thought I was going to die'
Crack appears in Air NZ plane's windscreen during flight.
Air NZ plane windscreen cracks during flight
The Hokitika-Christchurch flight dropped altitude over the Southern Alps.
Nine lives lost in horror weekend
The road toll includes a young couple in love, a mother and daughter and a teen boy.
1941 shootings: Police victims honoured at new venue
The 1941 Stan Graham shootings remain the greatest single loss of police in New Zealand.
Future of Ban 1080 Party in the balance
The future of the Ban 1080 Party will be reassessed after an abysmal result on Saturday.
