New ZealandHome detention breach: Drink driver arrestedA 58-year-old Dillmanstown man recently sentenced to home detention for drink-driving was arrested in Kumara early today after he cut off his electronic monitoring belt.12 Jan 03:33 AM
New ZealandSergeant criticised by IPCA quits policeThe now former police sergeant ordered another officer to fire a Taser in a 'flagrant abuse of his power' and he was also convicted for careless driving in 2014.12 Jan 02:42 AM
New ZealandUse of Taser on drunk man 'unjustified'Police should not have twice Tasered a drunk West Coast man, authority rules.11 Jan 09:28 PM
New ZealandTourist freebies too costly, says Buller MayorFree tourist access to attractions like Punakaiki's Pancake Rocks and the Cape Foulwind seal colony is too costly for ratepayers, says Buller Mayor Garry Howard.11 Jan 03:41 AM
New ZealandGhostly West Coast trek pulls the crowdsBuller's Old Ghost Road trail is proving so popular one of its huts is already almost booked out for the rest of the summer.11 Jan 02:37 AM
New ZealandGlacier's heliport among busiest in NZThe Franz Josef Glacier heliport is among the busiest in the country with up to one helicopter movement every minute at the peak of season.10 Jan 04:16 AM
WorldWest Coast woman robbed in BaliKiwis cautioned after brazen robbery in Bali leaves West Coast woman without passport, travel documents, phone and money cards.10 Jan 02:45 AM
New ZealandIan Mune joins Pike River Mine protestActor and film director Ian Mune slammed the Government today as he joined protesters at the Pike River Mine entrance.10 Jan 02:33 AM
TourismFloating Golf Challenge in full swing on West CoastA Hari Hari woman has branched into tourism with a "floating golf" challenge at the man-made Ross Lake, in the historic Westland gold town.10 Jan 02:03 AM
New ZealandActor joins Pike River picket lineWell-known director and actor Ian Mune has joined the Pike River families on their picket line.09 Jan 10:52 PM
New ZealandGreymouth retailers urged to rethink opening hours for West Coast touristsHundreds of tourists are milling around downtown Greymouth at weekends and evenings.09 Jan 02:01 AM
New ZealandWest Coast rains supreme as wettest spot in NZThe West Coast has held on to its dubious record as the wettest place in New Zealand, albeit in the Southern Alps.09 Jan 01:41 AM
New ZealandFire on Mt Horrible causes traffic delaysMotorists travelling between the West Coast and Canterbury today were urged to go through Lewis Pass after an early morning fire at 09 Jan 01:27 AM
BusinessDecision to pump water under World Heritage Area defendedA director of the West Coast water export company - which finds itself at the centre of a public maelstrom 25 years after resource 06 Jan 02:29 AM
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
