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Stranded: No timeline for Bluebridge ferry’s mechanical fix
'There's a lot of people sitting at the equestrian park in Blenheim, scrambling.'
Air Force base personnel evacuated as police erect cordons in Woodbourne after ‘incident’
A police spokesperson said they were responding to an incident in Marlborough.
Govt looks to narrow list of shipbuilders to strike a deal on new ferries
The future of Interislander's Cook Strait ships hangs in the balance.
‘A piece of nothing’: A high-country family’s ambitious farm succession plan
Susan and Willie MacDonald weren't the chosen ones – but their children might be.
‘More isolated than ever’: School’s struggle as it awaits $650k jetty
Construction of a new Waitaria Bay jetty will start mid-2025.
Watch: Family of orcas delight with 'amazing show'
A woman fishing said orcas swimming in formation was the perfect start to the year.
Ferry disruptions ease as weather system shifts northerly
Magician Nigel Kennedy: 'Never seen a summer like this for bad weather' on ferries.
'People were vomiting': Passengers make it across Cook Strait on 'very rough' sailing
High winds and swells have battered Cook Strait over the weekend.
Ferry chaos: Interislander cancels sailings, warns of disruption for 'next few days'
Ferry passengers face further disruptions today.
Severe thunderstorm warning issued, torrential rain possible
Lightning, heavy rain and hail are possible across much of the country.
Hope-Smart murders: Reflections on infamous case as Watson awaits court for appeal decision
The 1998 murders of Ben Smart and Olivia Hope remain one of NZ's most talked about cases.
Weather warnings for North Island as Interislander cancels crossings
A deep low-pressure system is directing southerly gales and powerful swells.
All the road closures that could impact your summer road trip
With lots going on around New Zealand, it's important to plan your travel route carefully.
Dad disabled car to stop son's 'illegal' driving, sparking costly repair dispute
The vehicle was damaged while later being towed and an $11k claim by the owner followed.
Man charged with kidnapping baby after armed standoff with police
Police described it as a family harm incident.
Spate of crashes leave one dead, several injured and part of SH1 closed
Seven people have died in road crashes around the country since Wednesday.
'Oh that's not good': Strong 5.1 earthquake rattles Wellington
The quake struck near Seddon about 5.39pm.
Son revealed as murder-accused of woman found dead in her home
Jennifer Sheehan's family were left 'shocked and utterly lost for words' after her death.
Marlborough resident dies after falling into coal fire
Emergency services were called to the scene around 3.45pm.
Stranger danger alert: Schoolboy approached by couple in white van with tinted windows
Police want to find the 'suspicious' couple, ask Marlborough residents for help.
Beat the Heat: Best swimming spots in each region
From Northland to Canterbury, here are the best spots to cool off in.
Five travel must-dos in NZ and Australia for December and 2025
Doorstep travel has never been better.
The rise of a regional lifeline: The little Kiwi airline that went from six staff to 85
How a regional airline built its business into a critical lifeline.
'Shocked and utterly lost for words': Family of Blenheim homicide victim reeling
Jennifer Sheehan was found dead at a property in Blenheim on Monday morning.
Medicinal cannabis grower Puro seals Australian deal
The company is highlighting the regulatory roadblocks that prevent distribution here.
Blenheim homicide investigation launched after woman found dead; man due in court
Police were called yesterday morning.
Terror lingers in couple threatened with machete during burglary
The attack in an isolated area has affected their sense of safety at home.