Nelson Region
Tasman firefighters ‘winning’ despite wind intensifying
The wind has intensified and changed direction, forcing the evacuation of another 25 properties, this time in Teapot Valley. But Tasman Fire Incident Controller John Sutton says they're still… Audio
Govt contributes $20,000 to Tasman fire relief fund
Civil Defence Minister Kris Faafoi says an "initial" contribution of $20,000 for the Tasman mayoral relief fund is sufficient at the moment and will be reassessed if matters get worse. He spoke with… Audio
Evacuated residents counting the costs
Tasman residents had to leave their belongings, animals and farming equipment behind when they were forced to flee their homes as a fire approached on Tuesday. They shared their stories with reporter… Video, Audio
State of Emergency as Nelson fire continues to rage
Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern, who arrived in Nelson today, says the emergency response is well co-ordinated, and has assured authorities on the ground more resources are available should they need… Video, Audio
Fire ‘roaring away’ in Teapot Valley
Teapot Valley resident Simon Marshall says he's inside the cordon on Teapot Valley road, watching the fire come towards him and his house. Civil Defence says the increased wind and humidity means 25… Video, Audio
Nelson fire updates: Evacuations in Teapot Valley
Teapot Valley south of Nelson is being evacuated as firefighters battle to bring the fires in the area under control. Follow our blog for the latest updates.
Teapot Valley residents ordered to evacuate
Residents in Teapot Valley, Tasman, have been ordered to evacuate this afternoon, as the Pigeon Valley fire continues to rage. Reporter Alex Ashton joins Checkpoint live from the cordon. Video, Audio
'Wind is our enemy' - firefighters race against tomorrow's gusts
Firefighters at the huge forest fire outside Nelson are working against the clock to control the fire before forecast strong winds arrive tomorrow.
Nelson fire: Government confirms support
The government has confirmed initial support for the Tasman community for people affected by the fires. Video
Campground owners struggling: 'We'll be packing up, selling up'
Westland District Council will today hear from struggling campground owners, who have experienced a "painfully quiet" summer after the introduction of designated freedom camping areas.
Nelson fire: Water shortage, dry conditions worry farmers
Rural groups are rallying help for farmers, livestock and pets affected by the Nelson fires. Audio
Nelson fire: PM to assess damage as blaze remains 'out of control'
Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern will fly into Nelson today to assess the damage after the forest fire that's grown to nearly 2000ha, and prompted 182 property evacuations. Video
Nelson fire: 235 properties evacuated, one house destroyed
Civil Defence has confirmed one has house burned down in Redwood Valley, as crews work hard to contain a large blaze that broke out yesterday. Video
Lack of water adds pressure as fire fighters battle Nelson blaze
The extreme dry conditions in Tasman and dwindling water supply is adding to the problems facing fire fighters as they battle a huge Nelson bush fire.
Recap: Nelson fire, the day's updates
The number of homes evacuated as a result of the fire in Tasman has climbed to 170 - the latest in the Pigeon Valley South area, Civil Defence says. Video
Nelson fire: Essential information
Hundreds of people have been evacuated and a number of homes destroyed as a large fire rages near Nelson. Check here for the necessary information.
Nelson bush fire 'growing all the time' as wind fans flames
More than 100 homes have been evacuated, with unknown numbers destroyed in the Nelson region as the fire continues to grow.
Redwood Valley ablaze and several houses lost - Firefighters
Several houses have been lost in Redwood Valley in the Nelson region in a large forest fire and people who are downwind of the fire must be prepared to evacuate at a moment's notice… Audio
Eves Valley, Tasman residents ordered to evacuate
A large scrub fire that's burning near Nelson has forced people living in Eves Valley and the Eves Valley Saw Mill out of their homes this evening. Councillor Tim King is among those who has been told… Audio
Huge fire threatens homes in Nelson
Nelson residents have been warned they may have to evacuate as a large bush fire spreads in Pigeon Valley. Audio
