West Coast
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.
You've goat to be kidding me: Goats' bleat believed to be mistaken for 'distress' calls
Volunteers spent about three hours searching bush near Westport last night after someone heard what sounded like distress calls.
Heavy rain warning for West Coast, central NZ
A series of fronts are expected to bring rain to much of the country over the rest of the weekend.
Hundreds of suspected crimes uncovered at Gloriavale
A major police investigation into abuse at Gloriavale has identified more than 100 potential victims over four decades of alleged offending.
Finding Frank - a true deer hunting legend
Frank Erceg was victim of New Zealand's first helicopter hunting accident, but now his story, and that of the deer culling industry has come to life through his niece, Louise Maich. Audio
