Live: Positive Covid case in Blenheim the 'kick up the backside' the South Island needed
Infected person isolating and believed to be connected to Te Awamutu cluster.
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Man charged with attempted murder after Nelson stabbing
A 40-year-old man will appear in Nelson District Court tomorrow.
Top Towns: Dunedin still most vaccinated, Hamilton closing in on Auckland
Find out how your town's vaccination rate compares.
The 90% Project: The city that's toppled Kaikōura as vaccination Top Town
This city also has the third-lowest population of unvaccinated people at 13 per cent.
Vodafone hangs up on copper, Chorus hits pause
As an old technology is switched off, a new war begins.
'Devastating': South Island businesses frustrated at lack of level change
"I'm not sure I can see the justification for not dropping us to level 1" - hospo head.
Wrong number: Nelson woman swamped with calls for Auckland bakery pies
It started the day Auckland dropped to alert level 3.
The 90% Project: Who will be Top Town of the Covid vaccine rollout?
How does your town compare with the rest of the country on vaccination?
The 90% Project: How close is your age group to 90% vaccinated?
First dose vaccinations in older Kiwis are more than 90 per cent almost everywhere.
Nurse Jenny: 'When people plead for the vaccine ... it's far too late'
Nurse Jenny recounts the tragically sad stories for the unvaccinated in ICU.
Uber for you? Four airports connect with rideshare app
Queenstown, Palmerston North, New Plymouth and Nelson airports team up with Uber.
Stop! Learner driver crashes into house during lesson
A learner driver has had a memorable lesson after a double accident in a matter of seconds
Covid-19: First walk-in vaccination clinic to be held at high school
Students under 16 will need written consent from their parents, says school.
Lockdown barely dents consumer confidence, young stay most upbeat
Survey finds many households said that their financial position has improved.
Nelson College to repay historical debt as school looks to the future
School addresses strategy to address its debt.
Another $150k for pilot academy on the cards
No decision has yet been made on letting international students into Whanganui.
50km/h speed limit across Auckland harbour bridge
The Wellington region is under a strong wind warning until at least 7pm today.
Countdown to McDonald's, barista-made coffee and takeaways
Prepare for drive-through, click and collect and deliveries.
Covid-19: 358 contacts self isolating in South Island
The majority of the contacts, 193, are in Canterbury.
The big drench: Long, slow system to bring heavy rain
Parts of Nelson have received 70mm in 12 hours - with another 12 to go.
Wet wet wet: A soggy weekend is on its way
Rain is expected to hit most of the country tomorrow, and it will be heavy in parts.
Avalanche risk 'high': People urged to stay away from mountains
Avalanche danger levels have reached a winter-season high.
Wild weather: Heavy snow warnings in the south
The heaviest snow is expected in north Canterbury and south Marlborough.
Chances of snowfall in south and north looking 'pretty good' - Metservice
'There's quite a cold air mass in circulation,' Metservice says.
Leaps of faith and big aroha rewarded at National Tourism Awards
Awards were a "beacon at the end of 15 months of uncertainty".
Covid bubble returnees and heavy rain cross the Tasman together
Wet weather on way from west, including sodden communities hit by floods last week.
Fog blankets Auckland Airport: Flights cancelled, diverted; heavy rain on way
Fine weather expected before possible heavy rain and floods for parts of NZ.
Childcare centre and marae evacuated after possible explosive material found at park
A childcare centre and marae in the area have been evacuated as a safety precaution.
State highways still closed after flooding, slips
The NZTA says workers will be out first thing this morning.
700,000 Kiwis over 60 haven't had first Covid jab
Many people over 65 years old have been frustrated at being unable to get vaccinated.
Nine DHBs still unaware of staff vaccination status
Is your DHB recording its staff vaccination information?
Extra crews called to fight fire at rubbish dump
Nelson paid firefighters are on the way to assist the volunteer fire service.
Art of the City: Nelson offers rich array of artistic talent
Nelson is an arty place, home to a huge array of artists and artisans.