Four Hector's dolphins found dead on South Island beaches
The beachcast dolphins were found in the second half of November.
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Double-killer Scott Watson's promise fails to sway Parole Board
Olivia Hope and Ben Smart's bodies were never found.
Red, Orange or Green: Cabinet meets to decide each region's fate
The country will move into the new Covid-19 protection framework on Friday.
Temperature boost expected as rain hits West Coast
Some rain was expected for Buller and Westland in the coming days but not as severe.
MetService warns of thunderstorms and heavy rain
Warnings and watches are in place around the country.
'Prolonged, tortuous, transition' needs to end - Hospitality NZ
Hospitality and accommodation businesses are preparing to start a "We're ready" campaign.
'Obsolete' spy domes coming down, GCSB moves to new tech
Our spy agency has found more modern ways to snoop.
Sail to Motuara Island for birds, dolphins and a history lesson
The Marlborough Sounds' Motuara Island is paradise for history buffs and nature lovers.
Closing in: South Island DHBs almost at 80 per cent full vaccination
The new traffic light system will kick into gear once DHBs reach the target.
Top towns: Closing in on 100 per cent first dose in some places
Four locations are not far off the achievement.
Live: Locals call for lockdown in Northland after positive Covid cases
National health's spokesperson says there's real concern in the region.
Delta in the South Island: Hopes first case will boost jab rates
Sudden case a 'kick up the backside' for Mainlanders.
Mainland breached: New locations of interest include flight to Blenheim and regional airports
People are being urged to regularly check the locations of interest list.
Live: Positive Covid case in Blenheim the 'kick up the backside' the South Island needed
Infected person isolating and believed to be connected to Te Awamutu cluster.
$25.9m for Ngāi Tahu to help reduce number of young Māori in state care
In the last year, around 68 per cent of young people in Oranga Tamariki care were Māori.
Marlborough Sounds: Off the beaten track in an expedition boat
How to visit NZ's eighth largest island and the northernmost island of the South Island.
Marlborough Sounds convicted murderer Scott Watson has bail declined
The double-killer wanted bail to prepare his final appeal challenge.
Top Towns: Dunedin still most vaccinated, Hamilton closing in on Auckland
Find out how your town's vaccination rate compares.
'Sobering': Seabed study flings mud at farmers and foresters
Run-off from dairy farms and forestry blocks smothering Marlborough Sounds seabed.
Auckland sex workers caught at Blenheim motel appear in court
Two women have been charged with failing to comply with the current Health Order.
Auckland sex workers caught at Blenheim motel, refuse to provide details
Two sex workers have been caught in Blenheim after leaving Auckland without exemptions.
Efforts ramp up to attract workers to vineyards
Challenge of finding skilled staff has been intensified by Covid-19 border restrictions.
Brrr!: Spring storm brings snow, gales across NZ
Strong wind warnings for South Island, Wellington and Wairarapa.
Spring storm: Snow, thunderstorms and strong winds batter South Island
Snow has blanketed Tekapo with temperatures dropping to just 1C.
'Abrupt change': Heavy rain, strong winds as cold front brings end to settled weather
The front will move across the South Island today then onto the North Island tomorrow.
The 90% Project: The city that's toppled Kaikōura as vaccination Top Town
This city also has the third-lowest population of unvaccinated people at 13 per cent.
South Island leading the way in Covid vaccination despite zero cases
Top six districts with the most fully vaccinated people all in the South Island.
The 90% Project: 'We worked really hard' - Kaikōura takes out top spot in Covid-19 vaccinations
As of Wednesday, 55 per cent of its population has had both jabs.
The 90% Project: Who will be Top Town of the Covid vaccine rollout?
How does your town compare with the rest of the country on vaccination?
Businesswoman flew from Auckland to Blenheim for property appraisal
Police have summonsed her to court for breaching Covid travel restrictions.
Tools from 1800's proof of small Maori settlement in Marlborough bay
Tools that have been found were dated to the late 1800's.
The 90% Project: How close is your age group to 90% vaccinated?
First dose vaccinations in older Kiwis are more than 90 per cent almost everywhere.