People living near rivers and streams in the Tasman District should be prepared for a rapid rise in water levels overnight, with heavier falls forecast to continue, Civil Defence says.

More than 1000 infringements were recorded by police during a blitz on drink driving over Easter at the top of the South Island.

Nelson police are appealing for information after a man on crutches was repeatedly stabbed outside a police station.

Nelson police are appealing to the public for information after a man on crutches was repeatedly stabbed outside a police station early this morning.

A Nelson surfer suffered a deep puncture wound to his hand while wrestling a 2m shark during the weekend.

An Air Nelson pilot sacked for sleeping with a young flight attendant and drinking before a flight has won his job back.

A pilot has won his job back after being sacked for a late-night drinking spree during which he had sex with a 19-year-old flight attendant.

A New Zealand brewery is toasting its success after its hops were chosen for a beer being brewed in honour of the royal wedding.

Three of the five Rugby World Cup pool matches that were to have been held in Christchurch will remain in the South Island, it was announced this afternoon.