Nelson Region
Water restrictions ease in Nelson
The current water supply is at higher levels than anticipated.
Motueka: 'Who needed snow when you had hops?'
Tranquil Motueka now has traffic lights and a cinema, but still retains a certain charm, says proud former resident Simon Wraight.
Nelson's Elma Turner library fully re-opens
More than a year and a half ago an unexpected seismic issues forced the library's closure.
DOC urges visitors to Nelson Lakes National Park to clean gear to prevent spread of invasive algae
Microscopic algae lindavia and didymo have been found in the national park's lakes Rotoiti and Rotoroa, and in Lake Tennyson.
Teeth and teddies: What's flushed down the loo - and the cost to clean it up
Contractors across Nelson Tasman have worked diligently in keeping the region's wastewater flowing, clearing blockages caused by all manner of strange items.
Design to improve quake-prone hospital buildings still not done
The council notices require the earthquake-prone buildings to be strengthened or replaced by November 2028.
Government may still need to pay for Cook Strait ferries - Maritime Union
The government may still need to pay if it wants a resilient ferry connection between both the main islands, says the Maritime Union.
Toxic algae found in rivers near the top of the South Island
Toxic algae is making an appearance in rivers across Nelson and Malborough, with people told to avoid waterways where it is present.
New water tanks boost water supply for hikers at top of the South Island
Six new water tanks for huts around the top of Te Wai Pounamu should mean the water keeps running for hikers this summer.
Driver entered false rest break in logbook before crash
A road freight firm has been fined $2750 after one of its drivers entered a rest break in his log book, hours before he was due to stop.
Ferry project cancellation a ‘heavy blow’, says Waitohi Picton iwi
The government's decision to halt the Cook Strait ferry project is a "heavy blow", says a top of the south iwi chairperson.
Wind and rain warnings for lower North Island
MetService says Tararua locals should expect up to 90mm of rain, peaking at 15mm/h.
Man on tourist visa pleads guilty to indecency charges after seeking beach selfies
The man on a tourist visa assaulted three women at Nelson's Tāhunanui Beach in September and October this year, reaching for their bodies and asking for a kiss after taking selfies with them.
Murder accused receives shotgun threat in courtroom
A 33-year-old man appeared in Nelson District Court on a charge of murder this morning, where a woman told him "I'll wait for you when you get out, with a shotgun".
Man charged with murder after Stoke death
The 33-year-old accused was due to appear in court on Friday.
Unapproved anti co-governance signs to come down
Waka Kotahi is taking steps to remove an anti co-governance sign on a state highway, and councils are stepping in too.
Nelson Hospital overhaul a decade from completion - Te Whatu Ora
It will be another decade before Nelson Hospital's redevelopment is complete, with the facility already operating at capacity.
Victorian-era vibrator causes a buzz at charity shop
The mechanical device initially left staff stumped after being donated with a box of medical equipment.
Recount on the cards in Nelson after Labour wins by 29 votes
Rachel Boyack received a call from her opponent, National's Blair Cameron this afternoon, who congratulated her on her campaign and indicated he would be seeking a recount.
'You just have to be prepared to get out' - Nelson braces for wildfires
With a hot, dry, El Niño summer forecast, Nelson residents are anxious to avoid a repeat of the big Pigeon Valley fire in 2019.