'Horrid rotten egg smell:' Authorities followed their noses to find black gunk seeping into streams
Three people complained of the black substance that smelled like rotten egg.
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Four more pilot whales die after re-stranding in Golden Bay
This is the third time the whales have re-stranded in as many days.
Dozens of whales restrand in Golden Bay, despite refloating efforts
Project Jonah said they would welcome volunteer help.
Seven more whales dead after becoming re-stranded in Tasman
Six whales died and one was euthanised after being beached on Tasman's Golden Bay again.
Rescue effort under way at mass whale stranding in Tasman
Local medics working with the community and DoC rangers to refloat dozens of pilot whales.
‘She wants them back’: Cannabis grower pleads for police to return mum's pots
'My mother asked me to ask if I could get them back. She will get upset otherwise'.
Three arrested, 72 infringement notices issued in Nelson gang gathering
Police conducted approximately 1800 breath screening tests during the gathering.
'Easy money': Woman stole $7k from grandmother, then used pushchair in shoplifting spree
Grandmother is said to be 'very cross' about what happened.
One arrest for showing gang patch in major Nelson operation
Another person was arrested for driving while suspended ahead of weekend gathering.
Extra police called in to monitor gang gathering in Nelson
Officers from the Tasman and Canterbury districts will descend on Nelson for the event.
Online predator's 'sustained campaign of terror' ended by one small mistake, police say
Police: 'It took nearly two years to charge Cottam and get justice for his victims.'
Coroner finds ‘warning systems did not work’ after driver killed by runaway truck
He was crushed between his truck and another as the vehicle rolled down a hill.
'He was really cold': Man describes rescue of pilot who ditched plane in Tasman Bay
They were looking for him for 10 minutes – then someone saw something bright in the water.
Pilot winched from water after 'ditching' aircraft in sea off Nelson coast
It's understood a NZDF aircraft and multiple helicopters are involved.
Sparky's apology after tradie electrocuted 'too little, too late' for grieving partner
Builder Craig Johnston died after being electrocuted in 2020.
Judge criticises woman for doctoring bank statements used as evidence
The woman was trying to hide her true financial position during Family Court proceedings.
Aggressive driver who caused serious crash told police to 'f*** off' when asked for blood sample
The 'horrendously bad driver' later assaulted his partner and bit a police officer.
Sister's heartbreak: Woman pleads for leniency after brother abused her children
Man's lawyer: “He is a victim himself and is now an abuser,”
West Coast’s Fox Glacier Highway closed after crash
Initial reports stated there were serious injuries.
'Lecherous behaviour': Porn addiction leads to jail for farmer with child sex abuse videos
Matthew Harry Drummond is now behind bars for more than two years.
'It was the wind': Drunk truck driver's excuse for swerving all over the road
The driver, who stopped twice to urinate on the road, was nearly four times the limit.
Disqualified driver stole disabled woman's car after she dropped keys during bank appointment
On another occasion Rory Herk was clocked doing 173 km/h on a motorbike.
'Don’t wait': Kiwi couple share how they retired early to travel NZ
The forever-adventure took lots of planning but has been worth it, the Davidsons say.
Fatherhood not enough to stop fisherman drink driving, despite final warning
Judge: 'You have recently served a sentence of home detention and it did not deter you.'
Downpours to hit tomorrow as heavy rain expected throughout October
A weather system is set to douse New Zealand tomorrow, with more expected in October.
Watch: Massive plumes of smoke fill sky as fire crews battle large Nelson fire
Crews arrived at the blaze in the Nelson suburb of Richmond around 6pm.
Calls for bird-terrorising cats to be contained to owner’s property
Cats are creating havoc amongst bird populations, Forest and Bird says.
'It won’t happen again': Fishermen caught breaking dolphin-friendly rules
The judge noted their money struggles but stressed the seriousness of fishing offences.
'I don't like it at all': Prison wake-up call for teen who stabbed woman outside pub
'I want you to reach 21 and live a good, pro-social life,' the judge told him.
Cannabis grower told police it was a shame he was caught as plants were "nearly ready"
Police found the plants after seeing light coming from an area with no obvious entrance.
A life shaped by crime: Desensitised burglar back behind bars
Judge says Edward Davis' remorse and regret 'may be aligned with apprehension'.
Waimea Dam cost continues to inch up
The total cost has climbed to $207.5 million but more are still approaching.
Dog that attacked child still considered 'dangerous' after owner's appeal fails
Girl required 10 stitches after animal's bite lacerated her lip.
Cheeky social media jabs follow Tasman's historic Ranfurly Shield win
Tasman celebrate first Ranfurly Shield win as Hawke’s Bay face playful jabs.