Driver with broken neck climbs out of car
Ryan Walsh was driving along State Highway 7 on Sunday when a tree flattened his car.
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Re-enactment of women's historic vote dash
Next Wednesday is the 125th of women's first voting to choose New Zealand MPs.
Govt to spend $20m on new Westport health centre
Some 77 per cent of the money set aside in Budget 2018 for new health initiatives
Four motorcyclists killed in a span of four hours
Four motorcyclists were killed in separate accidents around the country yesterday.
Fatal crash: Survivors tell of terror in speeding car
The car 'literally flew across the whole Moeraki River'.
Petrol station at risk as firefighters battle house blaze
As many as 32 firefighters were battling a blaze at a house near Greymouth.
One person dead after car drives off bridge
Three others managed to escape from the submerged car.
Claire Trevett: Things turn right way up for Pike River families
COMMENT: The words "we are returning" marked end of 8 years of dashed hopes and promises.
Schoolboys trapped by flood waters make it out safely
The 25 year 9 students were trapped in Mt Aspiring National Park.
'Absolute tragedy': Gloriavale mum of 11 swept away in front of family
Rejoice Steadfast was watching the swollen river with her family when a bank collapsed.
Woman missing in swollen West Coast river after torrential rain
The region has been hampered by heavy rain for much of the day.
Westland students evacuate but some may hunker down
Some students are being evacuated by police vehicles which can brave the weather.
11 VC winners from New Zealand
Eleven men in NZ armed forces were awarded in the Victoria Cross in WW I
Shane Jones gives $2.2 million to native trees
The native trees will be planted in Punakaiki and at the Te Waihora/Lake Ellesmere.
Fire crews unable to save Mokihinui community hall
Blaze broke out in early hours of this morning
The fight for our national bird - and why it matters
The kiwi belongs in New Zealand - and arguably more than we do.
Three 'safe and feasible' Pike River re-entry options identified
"I am satisfied that the Agency has been robust in developing the options," Little said.
Brothers accused of Greymouth assaults
Brothers accused of assaulting three men in Greymouth over weekend.
One in serious condition after six men attacked in Greymouth
Two men charged with assault with intent to injure are due to appear in court tomorrow.
Gloriavale man hospitalised with critical injuries
Gloriavale member critically injured after an apparent attempt to take his own life.
Ruling could set precedent for mining on council reserves
A court ruling issued today could mean council reserves are better protected from mining.
Man charged after reports of firing a gun
Man due to appear in Greymouth District Court today.
Watch: MPI investigates cow clamping
Claims a South Westland farmer left cow hoisted for long time being investigated.
Kiwi forecasters tipping rain, wind and cold to hit overnight
Rug up as a wet and wintry blast hits much of New Zealand, says Niwa.
Weather ahead: Goodbye sunshine, hello snow
Yesterday was stunning, but it's going to be a changeable start to the week.
Details of family violence and assault within Gloriavale revealed
Clem Ready, from Gloriavale, was convicted for assaulting two of his daughters.
Settled weather in north; rain warning for southern regions
The West Coast of the South Island does not fare so well with heavy rain forecasted.
Police name 22-year-old Greymouth crash victim
Jason Anthony McDonald of Runanga died from injuries sustained in the crash.
Young man dies two days after crash near Greymouth
Man who died after crashing on Sunday was a tragic loss of a young life: Police
Tractor tragedy: Time to look at kids' farm safety - Fed Farmers
The Otago president says its time for another look at children and farm machinery.
Free solo climbing 'inherently dangerous' - Coroner finds
Clinton Smith died during a climb on the West Coast, but his death was preventable.
Pike River Mine re-entry: Three options revealed
Pike River Recovery Agency has so far developed three options for re-entering the mine.
Farmers urged to review safety processes after tragic death of child
Farmers advised to take all practical steps to ensure safety around effluent ponds.