New ZealandBuller runs out its colours for new coal mineWestport residents showed their support for a new open-cast coal mine yesterday by decorating the town in the Buller colours of red and blue.10 Aug 02:53 AM
New ZealandCannabis find: Man denies he's a dealerA Westport man has told a jury the 8.5kg of cannabis police found in his home and vehicle was all for his own use.29 Jun 12:00 AM
CommoditiesBathurst wins access to plateauBathurst Resources has cleared another hurdle in its struggle to start coal mining on the Denniston Plateau near Westport but still needs the blessing of courts and faces tough market conditions.23 May 05:30 PM
New ZealandFlares seen off Westport coast a mysteryThe origin of three flares seen off the coast of Westport last night remains a mystery after an extensive search failed to find any sign of a distressed vessel.01 May 09:00 PM
New ZealandDrink-driving lawyer faces suspensionA high-profile criminal lawyer, convicted for drink-driving three times, now spends $800 a month in taxis so he can go to the pub every night, a tribunal heard today.25 Mar 03:18 AM
EnergyKey distances Govt from Telecom cutsPrime Minister John Key has denied that the Solid Energy crisis and Telecom job cuts are a black mark against the Government's handling of the economy.22 Feb 05:39 AM
EnergySolid Energy crisis: Govt vows to save itSolid Energy is in crisis, with a Government bailout almost inevitable, mine closures possible and further job cuts likely in another restructure to try to salvage it.21 Feb 05:40 PM
New ZealandTributes paid to microlight crash victimsThe pilot of a microlight that crashed on Wednesday night, killing two men, has has been described as a fun-loving family man.01 Feb 04:01 AM
New ZealandAir tragedy: Father finds son's wreckageA father who found the wreckage of a microlight in which his son and another man were killed says he knew the risks and "you can't cover your kids up in cotton wool".31 Jan 05:15 PM
New ZealandArmed burglar attacks man with steel barA Westport man had a lucky escape on Boxing Day after an armed burglar attacked him with a steel bar.28 Dec 05:33 AM
New ZealandBootlegger jailed after teen's deathA Westport man who sold whiskey to a Buller High School student prior to the teenager's death has been sentenced to two months in prison.13 Dec 03:32 AM
New ZealandLawyer's drink-driving case dismissedA judge has thrown out a drink-driving charge against a Westport lawyer because police gained evidence unfairly.12 Dec 05:34 AM
