New ZealandPizza oven explodes, injuring twoFire crews were called to the scene of the incident in Nelson.02 May 11:50 PM
New ZealandWoman cowered under table after man threatened to kill her dog PoppyGrigori Charpan was told to take a good look at himself.02 May 05:00 AM
New ZealandAngry shoplifter caught after busting up public toiletHe stole groceries, dental care items and a vacuum cleaner before attacking a public loo.01 May 02:55 AM
New Zealand'Cover up': The brain-injured apprentice who fought for justice with hero whistleblower'He was saved by a sandwich, and the fact someone got up from their break to go looking.'29 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandBoss of engineering company and his brother guilty of lying about workplace incidentA young employee was left brain-damaged after he was overcome by toxic fumes.24 Apr 04:14 AM
New ZealandPerson dies in Nelson crash, part of SH6 closedEmergency services were called to Stoke around 1.30am.20 Apr 07:12 PM
New ZealandGold digger: Stolen $40k gold dredge recovered by owner after thief listed it on Trade MeThe owner arranged to 'buy' the dredge but instead took it back without paying.20 Apr 06:00 AM
CrimeProsecution fails to prove who sent 'threatening' messages from joint Facebook accountThe messages targeted a court official who feared for the safety of his family.19 Apr 01:34 AM
New ZealandWinz customer takes app frustration out on windowYoung man's frustration with Winz app leads to wilful damage conviction.17 Apr 10:57 PM
New ZealandWoman trapped in shearers’ quarters during lockdown suffered weekly beatings'It's all right my darling, I'll clean you', assailant tells victim.17 Apr 05:05 AM
New Zealand'You should be ashamed': Judge admonishes man for assaultWhen he couldn't have lamb for lunch he hit the support worker in the head.17 Apr 04:15 AM
New Zealand'Why didn't mum drive?' Judge's query to drink-driver caught doing 5 km/h in cityHe drove at 5km/h on a city street, leading to him being pinged for drink-driving.14 Apr 07:00 AM
New Zealand'Bite your nose off': Man threatens police during arrestConvicted offender who told officer he would kill him remains in custody for now.12 Apr 04:02 AM
New ZealandThunderstorm and possible tornado risk looms todayNew Zealand has been hit by four tornadoes in three consecutive days.11 Apr 06:42 PM
New ZealandTasman tornado: 50 homes damaged after ‘unreal’ tornado strikes near NelsonMetService says Nelson is under a severe thunderstorm watch.10 Apr 06:11 AM
New ZealandLightning, gales and downpours expected as thunderstorms brew in Tasman SeaForecaster warns that gales could be damaging.09 Apr 10:57 PM
New Zealand'Chaotic': Fresh weather warnings as 40mm of rain an hour set to lash parts of NZNorthland, Auckland, Waikato and Bay of Plenty all in firing line for thunder tonight.09 Apr 08:56 AM
Crime'Sexsomnia': Man cleared of indecent assault at party due to sleep conditionA man who used sexsomnia as a defence to indecent assault now has his name suppressed.07 Apr 11:00 PM
New Zealand'Targeted by adults': Judge makes plea to repeat online child sex offenderFollowing his release from jail, he made 'questionable online purchases'.06 Apr 02:07 AM
New ZealandMan's plea to see dying dad ignored: Jailed for 13th drink-driving chargeThe judge said previous sentences hadn't deterred the man and he was likely to reoffend.04 Apr 11:15 PM
New ZealandDrunk, talking to passenger and crashed into stopped trafficShe drank beer and tequila and was behind the wheel while more than five times the limit.03 Apr 05:00 AM
New ZealandWoman swears at neighbour, spits at police during arrestAbusive woman yells at neighbour: "You white c***s don't know".03 Apr 03:40 AM
New ZealandHe'd been drinking so decided not to drive - until a 'lady friend' needed a liftJudge tells drunk driver it was a 'very stupid' risk to take.02 Apr 11:26 PM
New ZealandKFC staff lock doors to protect father, son from attacker with metal pipeStaff locked doors to protect two men involved in 'frightening' chase.02 Apr 10:52 PM
New ZealandNeighbour takes on property developer seeking to cut down treesClash over boundary trees: Tall shelterbelt in residential area neither fence nor hedge.02 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandMan admits making false statement in relation to ‘serious’ workplace incidentMan pleads guilty to making false statement over workplace incident three years ago.02 Apr 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Incredibly frightening:' Solo mum afraid of entering shops after dairy robberyThe woman and her daughter were in a dairy when a masked man told her to fill a backpack.28 Mar 05:00 AM
New ZealandThousands report feeling earthquake across central New ZealandThe earthquake struck at 1.42pm and was magnitude 4.9.27 Mar 12:54 AM
New Zealand'Excessive speed': Man doing 142km/h with kids in car disqualifiedHe drove into the path of an oncoming truck at speed, to get past the car in front.26 Mar 11:41 PM
New ZealandCut above: Defence lawyer axes opponents in and out of courtroomDefence lawyer Emma Riddell takes axe to competition in heritage sport of woodchopping25 Mar 04:00 PM
New ZealandGangs of Nelson: On the streets at 8, gang member back behind bars for shootingBlack Power member who shot at Killer Beez, blinding member in one eye sent back to jail.24 Mar 06:00 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessThe Ex-Files: How easy is moving town when you're divorced with children?A move from Auckland to Nelson appeals, but could get very complicated.24 Mar 04:28 AM
CrimeTeen car thief told police 'I can do what I like', court hearsThe offending occurred over two nights in January while the 18-year-old was on bail.24 Mar 04:00 AM
New ZealandReal estate agent tried to wrench engagement ring off former partner, telling her he no longer wanted to marry herVictim tells court her former partner's 'perfect public image' made her 'feel sick'.23 Mar 05:00 AM
