The native trees will be planted in Punakaiki and at the Te Waihora/Lake Ellesmere.

Blaze broke out in early hours of this morning

The kiwi belongs in New Zealand - and arguably more than we do.

"I am satisfied that the Agency has been robust in developing the options," Little said.

Brothers accused of assaulting three men in Greymouth over weekend.

Two men charged with assault with intent to injure are due to appear in court tomorrow.

Gloriavale member critically injured after an apparent attempt to take his own life.

A court ruling issued today could mean council reserves are better protected from mining.

Man due to appear in Greymouth District Court today.

Yesterday was stunning, but it's going to be a changeable start to the week.

Clem Ready, from Gloriavale, was convicted for assaulting two of his daughters.

The West Coast of the South Island does not fare so well with heavy rain forecasted.

Jason Anthony McDonald of Runanga died from injuries sustained in the crash.

Man who died after crashing on Sunday was a tragic loss of a young life: Police

The Otago president says its time for another look at children and farm machinery.

Clinton Smith died during a climb on the West Coast, but his death was preventable.

Pike River Recovery Agency has so far developed three options for re-entering the mine.

Farmers advised to take all practical steps to ensure safety around effluent ponds.

Close-knit Westland community of Harihari in "absolute shock" after tragedy.

Police said Reuben was found deceased in an effluent pond at 4pm today.

Much-loved kindy teacher killed in West Auckland crash was just five minutes from home.

Cyrus Alupis died from stab wounds in Greymouth

Highway likely to stay closed till mid-afternooon.

The man jailed for murdering Timaru woman Lisa Blakie has been denied parole - again.

Captain ruled out before kickoff, but Wanganui still keep control for bonus point win.

Two games decided by last minute kicks and five teams win on the road.

Lack of footage from opening round leaves coach in the dark about opponents.

It will likely "happen in the lifetime of many New Zealanders", says expert.

Students suspended or expelled from schools will soon have rights of "review".

Monk lost his son in the tragedy, now he has ventured 30m inside the mine.