Nelson Region
Nelson Hospital conditions 'unbearable' - staff
One worker says the building is decrepit and falling down around them.
Councillors receive abusive emails after Israel vote
They voted in favour of Nelson City Council boycotting businesses which operate in illegal Israeli settlements in Palestinian territories.
Evacuations after threats sent to Nelson schools
Police say the schools received "an email of a concerning nature".
Judge challenges mental impairment defence, jails man for historical sexual abuse
A judge has challenged a lawyer over claims that a sex offender's mental impairment meant he was less morally culpable for his actions.
Tougher rules for cats a 'win for biodiversity'
New rules for cats across the Nelson Tasman region have been aligned after Nelson City Council approved a suite of new rules last week.
Arrests connected to Nelson drive-by shooting, police say
A number of shots were fired into a property on Nelson's Exeter Street last month.
'Fantastic': Surf club pushes ahead with Tāhunanui building plans
The Nelson Surf Life Saving Club has welcomed a council decision for the club to own its new facility.
Woman dodges conviction for doctored bank statements in Nelson Family Court case
A woman doctored bank statements to hide her true financial position during proceedings over the division of relationship property.
'Soul-destroying': Nelson swim club bemoan council's lane price hike
Keen swimmers are leaving the programme as costs surge.
Dozens of tuatara to be released at Brook Waimārama Sanctuary in Nelson
It is the first mainland translocation of the reptiles in the top of the South Island.
Housing Trust working to meet 'very high' demand in Nelson
'We are one of the many organisations working to make a difference,' director Carrie Mozena says.
Nelson mayor hits back at fluoride 'disinformation'
Nelson's mayor has hit back at "disinformation" being spread on social media about fluoride in the city's water.
Nelson Hospital: Govt commits $10.6m for ED improvements
The government has revisited plans for a complete rebuild of the hospital.
Recreational boaties asked to stay vigilant for marine pests
Minister Andrew Hoggard launched the Protect our Paradise campaign in Picton on Monday.
'Nelson is going to suffer' - staged hospital development a hard sell
Construction is expected to begin in 2026 but local elected representatives are scared the much-needed upgrade will be forgotten after just the first stage.
Tourist attacked by naked nihilist in 'ferocious' campground rampage
Ricky Mullen was sentenced to three years and four months imprisonment.
Around the motu: Samantha Gee in Nelson
Some schools across New Zealand have had their names changed on Google Maps - in what appears to be a prank by internet users occurring around the world. Audio
Talley's staff member dies at Port Nelson
The person was located in a critical condition after a workplace incident shortly before 1pm, police say.
Man charged with Nelson kidnapping could face more charges
A man charged with kidnapping in Nelson has been remanded for a second time without plea, while police continue to investigate.
Self-driving boat unveiled as council turns to AI
Minister Judith Collins applauded the city's uptake of artificial intelligence across various sectors and said the technology was key to lifting productivity.