Top of South Island hit by power outages as strong winds batter NZ
Power has been partially restored as “significant parts” of the top of the South Island and West Coast…
Man killed by falling branch, roads closed as wild weather hits
A man has been killed by a falling branch, thousands of properties remain without power and state highways…
Flights cancelled, major route blocked as winds lash South Island
Several flights have been either delayed or cancelled, hundreds of homes are without power, and a major state…
Man dies in house fire near Motueka
One person has been confirmed dead after a house fire in the Tasman District yesterday morning. Emergency services…
Man dies following fire at property in Riwaka, Tasman District
A Fire and Emergency shift manager told the Herald crews received multiple calls shortly before 11am. “Two crews…
Ryan Adams fans voice concern over erratic New Zealand shows
In a review of his performance at Christchurch’s Isaac Theatre Royal on Wednesday night, writer David Thorpe said…
Dogs ordered to be destroyed after prolonged attack on fur seal
A Tasman man has been fined and his dogs ordered to be destroyed following a prolonged attack on…
Dog owner Sebastian Marinkovich fined after seal mauling on Tasman beach, loses bid to save pets from being destroyed
Today, in the Nelson District Court he was declined name suppression and lost his fight to save his…
Tools stolen from vehicle auctioned off by police
A couple who had $50,000 of tools stolen from a work vehicle in Christchurch were shocked to find…
Eels attacked with machetes and stones in Tasman creek
Cameras might be installed if the attacks against the eels continue, the spokesperson said, to hold those responsible…
Floods, closures and job losses rock Nelson’s economy
The Nelson-Tasman region is reeling from devastating floods, the closure of its largest sawmill and the potential loss…
Canterbury residents urged to prepare ahead of ‘dangerous’ winds
Canterbury Emergency Management is urging those in the region to “prepare now” as a red strong wind warning…