Latest from Nelson

'Magic mix': NZ Youth Choir's stunning win at European competition

The choir hit a high note in their first European tour since the pandemic.

Leaked memo reveals bed cuts in Wellington maternity wards

Wellington Hospital will cut beds in gynecology and maternity wards.

Community rallies after worst Motueka deluge in 150 years

Locals 'turned out and dug deep', raising funds to support neighbours.

Craig Mcilroy: Balancing flood resilience with community recreation

OPINION: The project plans to expand flood storage to 550 million litres.

'No bad blood': Inmate apologises for shanking prison officer

The guard was lured from his office and then attacked by the prisoner.

French fare leaves sour taste after bakers vanish, leaving unpaid bills

'There was always a story about where money was coming from.'

Watch: Jet boat joyrides through swollen stream as severe weather batters parts of NZ

Civil Defence's flood safety advice warns people against playing in water.

650 properties assessed after damaging floods in Nelson and Tasman

A number of homes in Nelson, Tasman and Marlborough are now uninhabitable.

Opinion: Why French tactics could trouble All Blacks in Dunedin clash

While they rest key players, France has focused on a forward-heavy strategy.

Letters: Do politicians know how bad our rural roads are?

OPINION: Seymour is a little fish in this big ocean, who knows how to swim with the tide.

What the putt? Why an Auckland golf course's future is sparking controversy

Locals, including Ryan Fox, oppose the plan, citing recreational loss.

Motueka prepares for floods

The Motueka ITM team took the initiative to fill sandbags in preparation for wet weather and potential flooding from tomorrow. Video / George Heard

Noble false widow spider establishes itself in New Zealand

One of the world’s most invasive arachnids is thriving in urban areas in Aotearoa.

Foodstuff supermarkets face salad shortages as storm delivers 'logistical hit'

Spinach, mesclun and other salad greens are currently in limited supply.

How Savea's position shapes the All Blacks' loose forward strategy

Three rookies are poised to debut as All Blacks ponder a reshuffle for first French test.

Warmer, wetter months ahead as tropical weather patterns impact NZ

'While cold snaps and frost will occur, they are expected to be less frequent than usual.'

Atmospheric river to swamp parts of northern NZ, flood-hit South Island braces for fresh deluge

Soldiers and Fire and Emergency rapid response teams are being sent to Tasman to help.

'Knew he was gone': Truck driver describes cyclist he'd hit lying on ground

A judge says the truck driver wasn't at fault, as the road markings lacked clarity.