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'They're a resilient bunch': Westland Mayor commends locals amid extreme weather
Franz Josef was having its wettest day since 1979.
'What’s the story?': Franz Josef paperwork failure stuns regional council
Havill wall extension built in April after Waiho River threatened oxidation ponds.
West Coast state of emergency lifted, SH6 reopens
The region prepared for what was expected to be torrential downpours overnight.
Watch: State of emergency declared from Hokitika to Haast as West Coast weather intensifies
A heavy rain red warning is in place for Westland until Saturday morning.
200 glaciers vanish in Southern Alps
One of the main drivers of glacier change in the Southern Alps is ocean temperature.
Scenic questions consents for at-risk Franz Josef
Why are authorities still issuing building consents in the area?
'Insidious crime': Former council manager jailed for corruption
The former council manager and his associate were sent to jail for corruption and bribery.
Glacier Trail: West Coast asks for $60m cycle trail to Fox
An ambitious scenic cycle trail has passed the first hurdle.
Hot tubs and cool attractions at Rainforest Retreat
Road-tripping on the West Coast? Make a pit stop at this affordable retreat.
'Devastating news': Family grieve for father of two killed in plane crash
Tim Gibb died on a flight from Franz Josef to Rangiora and has been remembered onine
Travel deals: Forest retreats, Great Barrier resorts and more
Escape to a beachside resort or forest retreat with this week's travel deals.
Alpine Fault: The small town caught directly in the middle
Geotechnical reports have recommended moving the township.
Special report: The tragic trend making ghosts of our glaciers
Our snowlines are rising at 'a screaming pace'. Just what does Aotearoa stand to lose?
Gorse Busters: West Coast voluntourists sign up for sequel
If there's something strange, growing in your bush...
After 90 years, nine Youth Hostel Association properties go up for sale
The hostels have 410 rooms and 1320 beds
Wild weather: Small West Coast town cut off as heavy rain closes in
Rain over the last 24 hours has made for Westport's wettest February day in 78 years.
West Coast downpour: State of emergency declared - residents told to prepare
Franz Josef and Haast are isolated due to the State Highway being blocked on either side.
Why Air NZ's tame, lame safety video should run and run
Our national carrier's latest in-flight instructional video is instantly forgettable.
Franz floodwalls have 20 years left, 'significant' hazard for township
The bed of the Waiho is rising at a rate of 180mm a year.
Temperature boost expected as rain hits West Coast
Some rain was expected for Buller and Westland in the coming days but not as severe.
First spring kiwi chick 'Hope' born as Alert Level lowers
Hope was born at 8.20am, hours after the South Island lowered Covid Alert levels.
Endangered bats seen for the first time in Franz Josef in decades
One of the country's most endangered mammals has been seen in Franz Josef.
Free fuel vouchers: Promotion to lure visitors to West Coast
Trying to attract visitors to a beautiful part of the world.
Where 'wellbeing meets adventure': a luxury West Coast retreat
A man's perspective of a luxury wellness retreat in Franz Josef.
What caused the Canterbury flood? Three questions answered
We can't call it a 'one-in-100 year' event, but can say climate change likely contributed.
Watch: 1km lost - incredible video shows famous NZ glacier's retreat
Footage of the Franz Josef Glacier retreating has been released by authorities.
Travel bubble reaction: Relief for South Island as winter looms
'I think every plane will be full from Australia to Queenstown.'