West Coast
Cop comes a cropper tackling sheep
A police officer needed medical attention after attempting to contain three escaped sheep in Westport on Saturday evening.
Health NZ's 'credibility's gone' after repeated promises to Reefton - councillor
Health NZ West Coast says it intends to restore Reefton's health services, including reopening the Ziman House aged care wing.
Look out for heavy rain in western parts of NZ, strong winds in Canterbury
Cooler temperatures and rain are on the way for the South Island and the lower North Island, bringing some respite from the summer heat.
The duchess and her Stubbies-wearing hubby
In the 1980s, Carters Beach, south of Westport, had a dairy, a playing field, a kids’ fort and miles of beach. As far as Glen Scanlon was concerned, it was a small slice of heaven.
The Punakaiki petrel patrol: Helping an endangered bird
A dedicated group of conservationists are spending their nights rescuing the Westland petrel from a stretch of State Highway 6 on the West Coast. Audio
NIWA suggests ways to protect flood-prone Mōkihinui into future
Managed retreat and restricting new developments have been flagged as potential ways to help protect a West Coast township into the future.
The story of pounamu, and the West Coast
There's a new reason to get along to the wonderful West Coast of Te Waipounamu. Audio
A 75 percent majority of residents support Waiho Flat abandonment
Significant support from affected landowners to abandon Waiho Flat area at Franz Josef.
Heavy rain set to hit Fiordland
A heavy rain warning has been issued, with the region set to be soaked.
Controversial landfill makes fresh application
The site is less than 5km east of a township and has been plagued with problems including odour, dust, and water leaching issues this year.
Collective call needed to protect Franz Josef area - councillor
A long awaited meeting for Franz Josef area residents and ratepayers is about to be held after years of delays as the future of their community hangs in the balance.
Heavy rain warning for Buller, Westland - MetService
Up to 120-160 mm of rain is expected, and thunderstorms are possible.
Rain, possible thunderstorms over the weekend
MetService has issued severe weather warnings for parts of the South Island.
Māwhera Pā to tell stories of Poutini Ngāi Tahu
The new centre named Māwhera Pā is the first of four hubs telling the stories of Poutini Ngāi Tahu on the South Island's West Coast.
Body found on West Coast walking track
Police are investigating after a body was found on a walking track on the West Coast.
Heavy rain, strong winds to lash lower North Island, South Island
Severe heavy rain and gale warnings have been issued for parts of the lower North Island and much of the South Island, from Saturday into Sunday.
Pilot rejects finding that his error caused West Coast crash
Returning to the West Coast town of Karamea after dropping two hunters in the bush, 71-year-old pilot Tony Ibbotson heard a severe bang from the rear of his helicopter.
Restoration of gold mining cottage creates unique challenges
A 100-year-old gold miner's cottage at Waiuta will be opened in March after a $100,000 restoration by the Department of Conservation.
Swaps of DOC land still on the cards
Land swaps between the Department of Conservation and West Coast private landowners are still on the cards.
Concern over congestion on popular Hokitika Gorge walkway
Tourist operators are concerned the Hokitika Gorge walkway may struggle with an influx of summer visitors following its bridge closure.