Tasman
Rescuers work to keep remaining stranded whales alive
One of two pods of pilot whales stranded over the weekend remain on Puponga Beach near Pakawau, as rescuers await high tide at 3:30pm today. Audio
Eleven whales stranded near Farewell Spit
Eleven whales stranded near Farewell Spit on the South Island, are at risk of death after hours in dry sand. DOC acting operations manager for Golden Bay Andrew Lamason spoke to Alexa Cook. Audio
Concern over multiple whales stranded near Farewell Spit
Some have re-stranded while others are swimming in shallow waters.
Three whales die after stranding in Golden Bay
Three whales have died after a pod stranded in Golden Bay over the weekend. DOC acting operations manager Golden Bay Andrew Lamason spoke to Alexa Cook. Audio
Young people warned over air rifles use after protected bird allegedly shot
Police and DOC are investigating after reports of a variable oystercatcher being shot at a beach in Golden Bay.
Final cost of controversial dam confirmed for Waimea
The dams costs have come in at much more that initially projected.
Whales successfully refloated at Farewell Spit
Two of the 10 whales have died but rescuers have managed to refloat the rest. Audio
Have you seen a bush robin?
The little birds have been largely absent for 30 years - but seem to be making a comeback.
Vandalism of pou whenua on Great Walk being investigated
The pou whenua - carved posts marking out boundaries or places of significance to Māori - were at Medlands Beach, close to Bark Bay, and at Marahau.
A Golden Bay farm grows, processes and sells Angus beef and lamb direct to the public
Sustainability, animal welfare and forging a connection between producer and consumer are at the core of how things are done at Ellis Creek Farm, near the Abel Tasman National Park in Golden Bay.
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.
Road and rain warnings from far south up to lower north
Drivers are being urged to take extra care on South Island roads, and warned that roads could close, as heavy rain and wind warnings spread orange and yellow across the MetService map.
Moutere Highway reopens after collision between car and pedestrian in Tasman
Police said initial indications were that the pedestrian had critical injuries.
Online predator's 'one small mistake' that led to his capture
He evaded capture for years. But now he has been sentenced to seven years in prison for his "sustained campaign of terror".
Pilot rescued after light plane crash off Tasman Coast
A pilot winched from the ocean after ditching his plane off the coast near Golden Bay was uninjured, according to the rescue pilot who found the man.
Crash brings down power line, roads closed south of Tākaka
The highway south of Tākaka in Golden Bay has reopened to one lane after power pole and electricity lines came down over SH60.
Information Center Cold Call: Motueka
This week Jesse cold calls the iSite Motueka. Audio
'Let's not pussyfoot around' - Calls to ban cats roaming free
While groups across Tasman are supportive of proposed cat management requirements, many are seeking greater controls.
'A bit of fun' lands ratepayers with hefty bill
A reserve in Tasman has been torn up by motorbikes and although police are speaking with the alleged offenders, the cost of repairs lies with ratepayers.
'Stop gambling with our water': Council asked to oppose controversial gold mine
A group of Golden Bay residents claim a possible gold mine at Sams Creek would endanger the area's water.
