Latest Nelson-Tasman region news

Severe weather warning: Auckland Harbour Bridge closures likely
And there are warnings for other regions as a low-pressure system brings wild weather.

Luxon should tell David Seymour to shut up – Jim Bolger
The ex-PM reflects on kidney failure, the Act leader, and turning 90.

'More than disrespectful': Controversial artwork invites people to walk on NZ flag
It's not the first time the art installation has sparked outrage.

Culmination of St Patrick's Day drunken flirting, or opportunistic rape while woman slept?
Jurors were unable to reach a verdict in a Tauranga District Court rape trial.

St Kentigern edge Grammar; Nelson fall; Lindisfarne strike form
St Kentigern have continued their winning start to the season.

'Bang on commuting time': Red thunderstorm warning issued in Northland
MetService says the watch will begin at 5pm and last until 6am tomorrow.

Nelson flooding: Workers use cars to block street from ‘idiot’ drivers creating waves
Nelson is bearing the brunt of heavy rain.

Nelson Hospital redevelopment set to cost $500m over four years
A new five-storey unit with 128 beds will be built by 2029.

Severe thunderstorm watch issued for parts of North Island
Wild weather in the south looks to be improving, with northern areas in the firing line.

All-Kiwi Super Rugby final looms - Phil Gifford
It would be extraordinary if the final of Super Rugby Pasifika wasn’t played in Hamilton.

Heavy rain moves north as wet weather system crosses New Zealand
MetService has issued heavy rain and strong wind watches for the middle of the country.

Severe weather warnings as heavy rain, strong winds approach the country
A front is sweeping in from the Tasman Sea.

Moana Pasifika primed for biggest game in history against Hurricanes
Moana Pasifika must beat the Hurricanes to qualify for the Super Rugby Pacific playoffs.

New flight routes and cruises, coral restorations, burger festivals, and luxury walks
New routes and cruises to make your travel days better.

Auckland golf course at centre of flood plan debate as decision looms
'Why would you want to save the golf course when homes and businesses are being ruined?'

Rain, wind and thunder on the way as front sweeps in from the Tasman
MetService has issued safety warnings and advice before bad weather hits NZ on Sunday.

'Special moment': Reece on becoming Super Rugby's leading try scorer
Sevu Reece scored his 66th career try as the Crusaders beat the Highlanders.

Crusaders win southern derby after overtime penalty miss from Highlanders
The Crusaders have shot to the top of the Super Rugby ladder.

A rugby agent’s advice for young players aiming to go professional
Agent Daniel Kane has managed players from First XVs to All Blacks like Tyrel Lomax.

Regional revival as retail activity rises 0.8% across the March quarter
Almost all industries had their activity rise, although hardware did decline.

Watch: Trump accuses South Africa of genocide in tense Oval Office meeting
The US President shows video he claims is proof of genocide against white South Africans.

Editorial: Show us your plan to prosperity, Nicola Willis
OPINION: New Zealand's infrastructure deficit is estimated at $210 billion.

Super Rugby teams: All Blacks back in action for Crusaders
All the ins-and-outs ahead of the 15th round of the Super Rugby Pacific season.

'Deeply concerning': NZ's cruise industry sounds alarm as ship visits drop 40%
Despite an initial rebound post-Covid, cruise bookings have dropped sharply this season.

'Terrifying': Union urges tougher laws after stevedore's nighttime fall from ship into sea
The Government says changing laws governing visiting ships is 'complex' and 'difficult'.

Woman who set her own home alight rescued by heroic neighbour - then jailed
Kristle Manuel was unconscious in her burning Blenheim home when help arrived.

Man says he walked into a room to see his fiancee being raped
'It's not what it looks like,' the man accused of rape allegedly told her fiance.