New ZealandWoman in serious condition after horror crashThree people were injured, one critically, in a two-car collision late yesterday near Lyell, reducing State Highway 6 through the 06 Jan 02:19 AM
New ZealandAssault charge after man smashed over head with beer mugVictim was allegedly struck around the side of the head with a heavy drinking vessel after argument between friends.06 Jan 02:11 AM
New ZealandWater consents draw ire of neighboursAlpine Pure last year renewed its consents with the West Coast Regional Council, and has applied to do the same with the Westland District Council.06 Jan 01:02 AM
New ZealandAt the opera with Harvey KeitelMy observant husband spotted the American actor Harvey Keitel in the crowd at an outdoor opera event.05 Jan 04:00 PM
EntertainmentSacha Baron Cohen, Isla Fisher spotted holidaying on West CoastFilm stars Sacha Baron Cohen and his wife, Australian actor Isla Fisher, were among the happy campers at Punakaiki over the Christmas season.05 Jan 04:41 AM
New ZealandWeather forecast: West Coast set for another wet weekThere is so far no end in sight to the bad summer weather being experienced on the West Coast.05 Jan 03:17 AM
BusinessProposed pipeline under World Heritage Area on West CoastControversial pipeline would carry water under land and the seabed, pumped into ocean tankers.05 Jan 03:04 AM
New ZealandDrunk yachtie accused of 'utter stupidity'Harbourmaster not happy after rescuing then being abused by a local yachtie who attempted to cross the closed Westport bar on New Year's Day.04 Jan 09:54 PM
EntertainmentBest of 2016: The women of GloriavaleWe're looking back on some of our favourite big reads from TimeOut this year. Today, we revisit Chris Schulz' story on the women of Gloriavale.04 Jan 09:00 PM
New ZealandNew alcohol rules at races will hit puntersNew alcohol rules imposed on the Kumara Nuggets race meeting on January 14 have resulted in a sting in the tail for punters.30 Dec 05:00 AM
New ZealandLaser light pointed at commercial flightA laser light was pointed at a trans-Tasman jet flying over Greymouth last evening.30 Dec 04:32 AM
New ZealandDoC to clean up contaminated mine siteDoC says there is significant arsenic, mercury and cyanide contamination of the soil at the Alexander River mine site.29 Dec 03:41 AM
New ZealandHundreds to remember Strongman disasterNineteen men were killed in the explosion at the mine near Runanga on January 19, 1967.29 Dec 03:12 AM
New ZealandWeather: Drizzle clears for fine NYEA weak cold front will bring cloud, drizzle and showers to the country over the next few days but should clear in time for New Year celebrations.28 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandEx-cop wants Lisa Blakie murder probeBridget McMenamin worked on the Lisa Blakie murder inquiry. She has launched a Facebook page to investigate the 2000 case again.23 Dec 04:41 AM
New ZealandSunny Christmas for Hokitika in wettest yearHokitika will see out one of its wettest years in 150 years of records, with the equivalent of two months of additional rain.23 Dec 02:03 AM
New ZealandMan fractures ribs after being knocked off bicycleA 77-year-old man suffered suspected fractured ribs when he was knocked off his push bike in Kilgour Road, Greymouth, this morning.23 Dec 02:03 AM
New ZealandGun found in car of man making threats at Buller HospitalPolice officers found a gun in the car of a man making threats at Buller Hospital last night.22 Dec 02:33 AM
New ZealandCourt appearances to follow drugs raidTwo Westport men will appear in court next month on charges of possession and use of methamphetamine and cannabis following a police raid yesterday.22 Dec 02:33 AM
EnergyBathurst Resources sued for US$40mCoalminer Bathurst Resources is being sued for US$40 million by L&M Coal Holdings.22 Dec 02:24 AM
New ZealandFishing boat Te Aroha rises from the ashesAfter extensive fire damage the Greymouth fishing boat Te Aroha has risen from the ashes and is back trawling off the West Coast.22 Dec 01:50 AM
New ZealandSam's 10,000 more reasons to thank chopperRoss pensioner Sam Viney already has the NZCC Rescue Helicopter to thank for saving his life - more than once - and now he has 10,000 more reasons to thank the rescue service.21 Dec 03:06 AM
New ZealandTwo arrested in armed Westport raidTwo men have been arrested in relation to alleged methamphetamine and cannabis offences following a raid at a Westport house this morning.21 Dec 02:22 AM
New ZealandWarm, wet, wild: 2016's extreme weatherThere was a record downpour in Auckland, a tornado in Taranaki and "quake lights" above Wellington. Oh, and 2016 was likely also New Zealand's hottest year on record.20 Dec 01:59 AM
New ZealandAnother twist in Pike River Mine rowThe Pike River Mine controversy took yet another turn today with Parliament's Commerce Committee agreeing to hear submissions on the sealing of the mine.20 Dec 01:50 AM
New ZealandBust Westport company plant still missingThe receivers for Westport heavy machinery repair company are still looking for some of the company's plant 18 months after it went bust.20 Dec 01:37 AM
New ZealandXmas week weather: Gusts, rain, sunIf variety is the spice of life, this week is set to be a lively one.18 Dec 05:24 PM
New ZealandPike River protestors told to move onPike River protestors have been told to move on and remove the gates they put up to block Solid Energy.17 Dec 12:55 AM
New ZealandSpotless record 'spectacularly' ruinedA young man who tarnished his previously spotless criminal record in spectacular fashion with a crime spree has been given a community-based sentence.16 Dec 02:11 AM
New ZealandFranz Josef township quake zone droppedAfter six years of uncertainty, the Westland District Council yesterday dropped the controversial "fault rupture avoidance zone" that divided Franz Josef Glacier township.16 Dec 01:59 AM
New ZealandSchool cans all outings, school campsRunanga School has canned school camps and all outings for pupils in 2017 while it reviews education outside the classroom (EOTC) activities.16 Dec 01:36 AM
New ZealandFinally, it's time to crank up the BBQIt's going to be a sunny one this weekend for most of the country.15 Dec 04:28 PM
New ZealandGame targets Christchurch traffic conesTwo Westport-based companies are targeting the Garden City's potholes and traffic cones through a fun public art installation.15 Dec 03:34 AM
New ZealandGround broken for Taramakau road bridgeThe ground has been broken for the new Taramakau road bridge, with construction to begin early in the new year.15 Dec 01:31 AM
