Nelson Region

It started with a subdivison in a small alpine village. But when one landowner and his family tried to subdivide it further, a protracted legal battle began,

Irreplaceable treasures valued at $20 million are a few sandbags and plastic sheets away from ruin. Audio

Regional leaders don't currently see a place for time-of-use charging in Nelson Tasman, but add that it shouldn't be ruled out in the face of future population growth.

Instead of one large building, there'll be several smaller buildings and existing infrastructure will be retained. Audio

He has been charged with eight offences total after a stand-off that saw police and the Defence Force involved.

Work to remove sawdust and sand that is contaminated with arsenic and other chemicals will start on a popular Nelson beach next month.

A 56-year-old has been arrested after a stand-off with police closed nearby schools and a hospital. Audio

Two people remain inside the house where police have been responding to a family harm incident and a local resident says the situation appears far from over.

The festival features four 15-minute blocks of back-to-back cat videos.

Justice Helen Cull was not persuaded that Kwan Loong Lee presented a risk to the lives or sexual safety of children generally.

A plan to ban sandwich boards from Nelson footpaths has sparked debate: businesses say they contribute to sales, but disability representatives say they're a hazard and reduce access.

The victim's toes were squeezed so hard with pliers, he feared they would "pop off".

One of the homeowners say the news is a relief although it is sad to leave a home of 19 years behind.

Nelson City Council has recommended changes for a hearing panel to consider later this year.

One of the South Island schools says rebuild plans have changed, while the other is yet to learn what its redevelopment actually entails.

All but one of the homes had sold for a total of $76,000.

The pantry was full and her children were hungry - but Ebony Rapana's actions have cost her.

The intruder was charged with a low-level offence and he was convicted and discharged. But, that wasn't the end of it.

A joint cemetery to serve both Nelson and Tasman communities is looking increasingly likely as burial space in the region continues to shrink.