Marlborough
Living in Hope: locals fight to keep 'lovely farming village' vibe
A 400-signature petition given to Tasman District Council opposes business and industrial zoning plans for the small rural community of Hope, just south of Nelson.
Drought declared in more regions as government offers assistance
The government has pledged financial support for farmers and growers affected by the dry conditions.
The region throwing out nearly double the national average
Marlborough chucked out about 1330kg of waste per person per year.
Small tornadoes possible amid severe thunderstorm watch in South Island
The regions are under watch until 7pm Tuesday.
'Suspicious package' found at air force base a false alarm
An Explosive Ordnance Disposal team investigated the threat, thought to be a suspicious item of mail, and deemed it a false alert.
Final rates remission for damaged Marlborough properties
The Marlborough District Council will end its rates remissions to the owners of properties that were red or yellow-stickered in the August 2022 storm.
Iwi loses High Court challenge against beach vehicle bylaw
A Marlborough iwi has been unsuccessful in its challenge of a council bylaw restricting vehicle access on the east coast.
Marlborough's 100-year bridge
A temporary bridge that was "rattling" more by the day has been retired, and a new bridge should be future proofed for the next 100 years.
Moderate earthquake felt in Marlborough, Wellington
Hundreds of people have reported feeling a quake this afternoon.
'Are we being tough enough?': Wineries fall short on wastewater compliance
A dozen wineries failed to meet wastewater compliance rules during harvest 2024, with high staff turnover partly to blame, a new report shows.
'Tricky bit of water': Conditions 'choppy' where jetskier disappeared
The search for a man who disappeared while trying to cross Cook Strait was due to resume today.
Super Smash as it happened: Central Districts v Canterbury
The Central Stags have won the Super Smash men's cricket title.
Proposed street names divide councillors again
Finding the right names for new streets remains a peak to summit, with three proposals dividing councillors.
Caravan park prompts new SH1 turning lane
The site has been the scene of three known crashes within a five-year period, including one involving a vehicle towing a caravan.
$1.3m spent on ‘business saver’ travel subsidy since July 2021 storm
More than $1 million has been spent on a "lifesaver" travel subsidy for businesses in the Marlborough Sounds, who are now having to adapt to operating without it.
Cook Strait ferry passengers warned of rough seas
Trips are going ahead but conditions will make them unpleasant, one operator says.
Consent granted for 13 sections off flood-damaged road
Thirteen new sections off a flood-damaged road in the Marlborough Sounds have been granted consent, despite concerns about sediment runoff and the removal of vegetation.
Big swells cancel more Cook Strait ferry services
Sea conditions are expected to deteriorate due to a southerly front on Sunday afternoon.
DOC appealing for information after injured and dead whales spotted
It is an offence under the Marine Mammals Protection Act 1978 to disturb, harass, harm, injure or kill a sperm whale.
Cook Strait storm leaves ferry passengers anxious
Wild holiday weather has left Cook Strait ferry passengers bracing for a rough ride, and some New Year's Eve crossings cancelled.
