Tasman
Trafficking complainant describes journey to NZ
A complainant at a trial involving charges of human trafficking has told how the accused arranged for him to come to New Zealand.
Islands set aside for fur seal breeding colonies
Two islands in Abel Tasman National Park will become specially protected areas to protect breeding colonies of fur seals. The government's announcement means public access to Tonga and Pinnacle…
Tasman kaka project about to take flight
A project to restore dwindling kaka numbers is being hailed as one of the Abel Tasman National Park's most significant conservation projects yet.
Worker admits to raping sleeping victim
A Tongan orchard worker living in Nelson has admitted raping a woman while she lay sleeping in her home.
Two men charged with murder
Two men have been charged with murder after the death of another man in a Nelson boarding house in July.
Road Map - Riwaka
We are in the South Island again today for the roadmap and off to a summer hot spot. Riwaka, home to approximately 600 people is located six kilometres north of Motueka and is near Tasman Bay and the… Audio, Gallery
DHB seeks to improve cancer treatment speed
Some cancer patients in the top of the South Island are not getting treatment as fast as they should, but the health board says steps are in place to improve the situation.
Nelson bursts into colour
More than 5000 people marched through Nelson's centre last night for the 21st annual Masked Parade, which attracted an even bigger crowd of onlookers.
Tasman high and dry as El Nino takes hold
Dry conditions are worsening in the Tasman district, as the El Nino weather pattern takes a hold, with the council considering water restrictions.
Labour claims 'back-door' tactics
The government is using the high costs and falling roll of a residential school in Nelson for its agenda to shut it down, Labour MP Damien O'Connor says.
Tree climbers race to the top
Arborists from around New Zealand gathered in Nelson this afternoon to find out who's the best and fastest tree climber in the land.
Rocks Road won't be too rocky for long
A $2.8 million project to stabilise the cliffs around Nelson's waterfront is expected to be finished in November.
Row in Tasman over development levies
A senior council staff member in the Tasman District has challenged the council over the repayment of development levies to the creator of a subdivision, which he believes should have...
Widow wants end to suicide silence
A Nelson woman pushing for an inquest into her husband's death says more needs to be done to support families of people who have committed suicide.
Nelson merges two agencies into one
Solid Energy's former chairman John Palmer is to oversee the merging of two groups tasked with driving Nelson's economic development.
Makos end Lions' run, Harbour beat Counties
The perfect start continues for Premiership leaders Tasman, who've eased past Wellington, but Counties continue to struggle, losing at Harbour.
Harry McQuillan: 50 years of Iran
Nelson orchardist with a PhD in geology who spent many years geologically mapping vast tracts of the Zagros Mountains in Iran, and now conducts annual spring and autumn tours there. Audio
Hanmer Springs company seeks spa investor
Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools is looking for an investor for a luxury spa it is proposing on the site of the town's old drug and alcohol rehabilitation centre.
Arrest warrant issued for Motueka driver
Police in Nelson say an arrest warrant has been issued for Motueka man Jahdai Brice Kennard after he failed to appear in the Nelson District Court.
Man shot by police in Motueka named
A 27-year-old man is in a critical condition in hospital after being shot in a stand-off with police in Motueka. Audio
