Latest from Marlborough

Man on a mission for cheesecake gets caught drink driving again

His second trip ended when he crashed his car into a bank and was flown to hospital.

Over 100 holes left by metal detecting at Marlborough’s premier park

Metal detecting is not allowed on Marlborough's parks and reserves.

‘Very sad sight’: Animals killed, maimed in truck crash - driver hadn’t taken break

Carlos Davies hadn't driven that kind of truck and trailer before.

'It has taken everything': East Coast couple's home inundated by silt, storm debris

In an hour, Linda Gough saw her Tolaga Bay property covered in storm debris and water.

Tourism Minister Stuart Nash on NZ’s best beaches - and his ultimate summer pick

From the East Coast to the top of the South, Nash says we're spoiled for choice.

Sounds murders: Scott Watson’s dad speaks out on appeal evidence, Paul Henry’s column

Chris Watson hopes Court of Appeal hearing in May will finally clear son's name.

Holiday road toll rises to eight after two fatal crashes

SH63 is now closed near the Spray River Bridge.

Weather: What happened to summer? More heavy rain, storms in chaotic forecast

It's a mixed bag of weather over the next few days.

Milk Wars: Dairy farmer takes Fonterra back to court over milk collection

Philip Woolley was dumping thousands of litres of milk daily while under a court order.

NZ King Salmon sinks to $24.5m loss as warmer weather kills fish, reduces biomass

Fish death disaster as warm weather damages NZ King Salmon's fortunes, reduces biomass.

DoC survey reveals two types of outdoor visitor. Which are you?

There are two distinct types of visitor. Should they be charged differently?

'A bit of rumble, then boom': Tens of thousands report feeling 5.8 quake

One resident said it was "a good shake".

One dead after large house fire in Seddon, Marlborough

About 20 firefighters are on the scene as well as police.

Beyond the vines: Where to drink in Marlborough if you don't like wine

Marlborough grapes grow well but also growing is a lively brewing and distilling scene.

'There have been many moments I wish I could take back my actions on that night'

Killer offers 'deepest apology' to his victim's family, and to the Blenheim community.

Banned: Drink-driver who fought arrest loses bid for clemency

Book thrown at repeat drink driver with 'certain attitude to court orders'.

Woman raped on petrol station forecourt by man with 'narcissistic, entitled' attitude

The man has now been jailed for "determined, predatory and pre-meditated" violence.

Forgotten follow-up appointment before terminal cancer diagnosis

Mr A was diagnosed with terminal cancer that may have been avoided with follow-up care.