New ZealandLandfill worker critical after being ‘overcome by fumes’Firefighters rescued the man in West Coast incident; he is critically ill in hospital.03 Aug 10:35 PM
New ZealandGloriavale leader Howard Temple accused of indecently assaulting 10 girlsCourt documents allege the 83-year-old is accused of 24 charges of indecent assault.02 Aug 12:14 AM
CrimeGloriavale leader heads to Greymouth District Court Gloriavale leader Howard Temple heads into the Greymouth District Court. Video / George Heard Watch01 Aug 11:57 PM
New Zealand'Triple whammy': Gales, heavy rain, snow as 'blizzard-like' storm nearsMetService has issued a 'triple-whammy' of strong wind, heavy snow, heavy rain watches.31 Jul 01:36 AM
New Zealand‘Massive gap’ around Westport flood protection expectationsWestport residents to be waiting until 2024 to find out how they will be flood-protected.30 Jul 03:12 AM
New ZealandWeather: Frosty NZ morning to develop into clear skies and sunshineNo severe weather watches or warnings are in place over New Zealand this weekend.28 Jul 05:00 PM
TravelWe bet you haven't done this at a NZ beach yetDuke's taking you for a ride that's unlike anything else you'll find in New Zealand.23 Jul 01:00 AM
New ZealandEmployment Court ruling: School at Gloriavale under reviewSix Gloriavale leavers were employees and not volunteers, Employment Court found.17 Jul 06:43 AM
New ZealandJudge says suggestion Gloriavale women had ‘choice’ largely illusorySix former Gloriavale women have won an extraordinary legal victory14 Jul 04:42 AM
New ZealandGloriavale employment case: ‘It just feels amazing to be acknowledged’Former Gloriavale women hope today’s ruling will mean change for their families.13 Jul 05:18 AM
New Zealand'Taught to fear': Gloriavale girls 'primed' from young age for life of domestic work, court saysGloriavale leaders said they would appeal the Employment Court decision.13 Jul 12:30 AM
New Zealand'Reeking' of fumes: Carpet layer's death due to toxic solventRyan Mead died from toxic fumes after installing carpet.11 Jul 12:27 AM
New ZealandThe ratepayers facing increases of more than 23 per centWest Coast ratepayers now face among the biggest rates increases in the country.01 Jul 10:12 PM
New Zealand$30k fraud for fake appointments; money spent on food and cigarettesSarah Morris fraudulently claimed 176 vouchers, obtaining $30k, from Te Whatu Ora.30 Jun 10:52 PM
New ZealandMore human remains found at Pike River: 'They may even be my boy' - fatherLatest find means 12 of the 29 men killed in 2010 disaster have now been located.23 Jun 12:50 AM
CrimeChristmas crash: Pub row ends with drunk and dangerous driver in a paddockHe drove in an 'erratic manner' straight past the police station.22 Jun 05:00 AM
Banking and financeThree areas where REINZ sees recovery: House price changesAuckland is now at $995,000, the third month in a row its median is below $1m.14 Jun 09:00 PM
New ZealandFormer Gloriavale dairy farm manager avoids jail for beating two boysJohn Ready hit the boys with a metal fence implement to discourage disobedience in 2015.13 Jun 07:40 AM
ConstructionLatest data suggests ‘possible floor approaching’ in plummeting house pricesNew reports from OneRoof, Corelogic and ANZ all suggest house prices may have bottomed out31 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandBNZ accused of relying on Wikipedia in bid to close Gloriavale accountsBNZ wants to terminate its 40-year banking relationship with the West Coast community.30 May 08:46 AM
New ZealandSenior cop chased young teens at 214km/hA long-serving Greymouth police officer was today convicted of dangerous driving.29 May 07:17 AM
New Zealand‘I hope you’ve got a decent lawyer’: Dairy farm row ends in employment disputeThe farm employee admitted to baiting his boss, but he was sacked unlawfully.29 May 07:00 AM
TravelRough and ready: The ultimate adventure in the Southern AlpsFrom sleeping under the stars to the full backcountry hut experience.22 May 08:00 PM
New Zealand'Shocking record': Drink driver wants sentence reducedThe victim's family said the man showed no remorse for killing their loved one.16 May 05:00 AM
New Zealand'This has been a huge cover-up': Pike River mine disaster dad blasts official responseBernie Monk has been shown new images of potential human remains inside mine.12 May 03:08 AM
New ZealandPossible human remains found in Pike River mine - policeImages taken from deep inside mine have been examined by pathologists.11 May 11:38 PM
New ZealandSouth Island’s West Coast set for soakingBuller and Westland tipped to experience the worst of the wet weather.06 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumSmall BusinessBlackball’s black garlic experimentBlackball business owners decided to find a way to make black garlic on the West Coast.30 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandWild weather: Wet weekend for many – but how’s Easter looking?Heavy rain expected in some parts of NZ today.01 Apr 03:27 AM
New Zealand‘Dominated from birth’: Gloriavale women trapped, Employment Court hearsDecision reserved in case of Christian community accused of forcing servitude on members.30 Mar 06:21 PM
New ZealandYoung Gloriavale leaver's first taste of alcohol lands him in courtRedeemed Standfast was new to drinking, the court heard.30 Mar 01:40 AM
New ZealandGloriavale employment case wrapping upChief judge Christina Inglis urged to hear the voices of Gloriavale mothers.29 Mar 06:09 PM
PremiumPremiumAgribusinessChina's Westland Milk posts $120m profit turnaroundCompany hits billion-dollar revenue mark for the first time.22 Mar 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Insidious crime': Former council manager jailed for corruptionThe former council manager and his associate were sent to jail for corruption and bribery.22 Mar 02:52 AM
