LiveNew ZealandNelson flooding: Workers use cars to block street from ‘idiot’ drivers creating wavesNelson is bearing the brunt of heavy rain. 26 May 04:04 AM
New ZealandWhale reported tangled in fishing gear at Tasman BayProject Jonah said the Department of Conservation was trying to locate the whale.11 May 12:23 AM
CrimeDog uplift goes awry as man tasered after thrusting flounder spear at policeHe became agitated at the dog being taken and was highly abusive to SPCA staff and police.19 Apr 08:00 PM
New ZealandFlying fox freak accident: Family relieved little sister spared after boy’s pancreas severedThe child was hit in the stomach and chest area by the flying fox runner.15 Apr 12:21 AM
New ZealandShenandoah Highway closed, one airlifted to hospital after crash in TasmanThe crash was between Creighton Rd and SH65 about 7.35am.08 Apr 08:55 PM
New Zealand‘It all went wrong’: Fire chief describes rescuing neighbours from car in flooded riverThe couple had gone out for supplies when "it all went wrong for them".05 Apr 07:00 PM
New Zealand'It wears everyone out': Drought taking its toll on farmers'As farmers, we love our stock and want to keep them going.'18 Mar 10:18 PM
New ZealandTeen left wheelchair-bound by rare condition after food poisoning battles ACC for coverHis family argued earlier treatment might have improved his condition.15 Mar 02:00 AM
New ZealandMan denies murdering Nelson police officer Lyn FlemingIn court this morning, man admits driving charges. 27 Feb 08:48 PM
New Zealand15% seismic rating: Nelson courthouse closure sparks urgent relocationEfforts are under way to find an alternative venue for court proceedings.20 Feb 12:46 AM
New ZealandWho let the dogs out? Animals let loose from SPCA crates in night raidA man broke into the Nelson SPCA twice and let dogs and cats out of their enclosures.17 Feb 07:28 PM
KahuElder’s 38-year battle for justice: Resolution sought within lifetimeThe Crown is appealing a compensation ruling for customary landowners in the South Island.16 Feb 02:00 AM
New ZealandThe long road to safety: Rakaia’s fight against speed-limit hikeNZTA Waka Kotahi is reviewing Rakaia's speed limit after a community backlash.13 Feb 03:33 AM
Crime‘Gratuitous and violent act’: Teen claims he slit stag’s throat to ‘end its suffering’His mate deliberately struck the deer with a ute, an act that was posted to social media.11 Feb 02:28 AM
New Zealand‘If you come in, this place will be gone’: Woman held hostage for 15 hoursPhillip Mant was furious with the outcome of an earlier court matter.06 Feb 10:34 PM
CrimePub pool game ends with man smashing opponent around the head with cueHe struck one victim with a cue four times and punched another outside the bar.28 Jan 06:00 AM
CrimeProlific thief gives staff thumbs up as he lifts bottle of whisky, stuffs $189 of lamb in jacketA judge has said Nelson needs a break from James Weir's antics.27 Jan 07:00 AM
New Zealand‘A little bit of everything’: Long-weekend weather a mixed bag for Aucklanders Heavy rainfall warnings have also been issued in the North and South Islands.24 Jan 09:49 PM
Crime‘So many secrets': Ex-deputy principal jailed for sexual relationship with studentThe offences occurred in the early 2000s when Iain Anderson was at Tapawera Area School.24 Jan 01:35 AM
New Zealand‘Alarming’: Police staff investigated for prying on Lyn Fleming’s file A probe is under way to determine the rationale for and legitimacy of each file check. 22 Jan 08:18 PM
CrimeSupermarket ‘grab-and-run’: Woman fears shopping alone after carpark attackGeorge Sampson stole her bag then spent $1609 in an hour using one of her bank cards.21 Jan 07:00 PM
New ZealandFlying fox 'snaps' at popular campground, person seriously injuredWorksafe has begun inquiries after a person was seriously injured on a flying fox.20 Jan 02:44 AM
TravelBest Beach 2025: NZ’s top 10 family beaches – how to vote for the winnerThe results are in for NZ's top 10 family beaches – vote for your favourite now.19 Jan 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Help me': Ranger describes agonising search for missing tramperWith the weather deteriorating, DoC rangers had to pause their search until first light.17 Jan 07:20 PM
New ZealandWorkSafe notified of Nelson policewoman's deathFuneral details are also being finalised for Senior Sergeant Lyn Fleming.06 Jan 11:02 PM
New ZealandThe NZ police officers killed in the line of dutySenior Sergeant Lyn Fleming was the 34th officer killed on duty.02 Jan 05:00 AM
New Zealand'Cherished mother, wife': Police officer dies after Nelson car rammingVideo of incident shows frenzied scene, officers restraining somebody as car speeds ahead.01 Jan 04:11 AM
New ZealandWatch: Police car rammed, two officers critically injuredA member of the public was also seriously injured and taken to hospital. 01 Jan 12:24 AM
New ZealandDad disabled car to stop son's 'illegal' driving, sparking costly repair disputeThe vehicle was damaged while later being towed and an $11k claim by the owner followed.22 Dec 03:33 AM
New ZealandFrustrated staff lament ‘unbearable’ conditions at Nelson HospitalOne worker says the building is decrepit and falling down around them.20 Dec 10:28 PM
New Zealand'Such a load of s***': Mayor fumes at road speed limit hurdlesMayor's swearing outburst sparked by unforeseen challenges in lowering speed limits12 Dec 10:16 PM
TravelBeat the Heat: Best swimming spots in each regionFrom Northland to Canterbury, here are the best spots to cool off in.03 Dec 11:00 PM
PremiumPremiumSchool RugbyBest of Premium Sport: North v South - NZ's top sporting schools revealedWhich island holds the balance of power in secondary school sports? Mike Thorpe reports.29 Nov 12:31 AM
PremiumPremiumSchool RugbyNorth v South: NZ's best sporting schools revealedWhich island holds the balance of power in secondary school sports? Mike Thorpe reports.16 Oct 04:15 PM
