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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.
Cyclone Gabrielle: 10 of the worst tropical cyclones to hit NZ
Ex-tropical cyclones have wrought havoc in NZ. Here's 10 of the worst.
DoC sees 1300 overseas applicants for job few Kiwis wanted
The deadline was extended after failing to get more than three candidates.
Alpine Fault: The small town caught directly in the middle
Geotechnical reports have recommended moving the township.
Rare 'Smeagol' slug found
Discovery of slimy gravel maggot, named after Tolkein's Gollum, delights researchers.
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.
NZ's 'most isolated man' gets vaccinated
It takes a two-day walk to get from the Long residence at Gorge River to the nearest town.
Temperature boost expected as rain hits West Coast
Some rain was expected for Buller and Westland in the coming days but not as severe.
Farmer prosecuted after excavating drain near wetland
The farmer had to pay $20,000 to a local community group.
Looking for a unique three-day trip? This itinerary won't disappoint
How about a three-day tour dedicated to moa? Extinct yes, but on this trip, easily found.
Vaccination by area: Which parts of NZ are lagging behind?
Find out how your suburb's vaccination levels compare.
Lightning strikes three times: Is this NZ's unluckiest woman?
It's the smell she won't forget - the intense cooked smell of her own flesh.
One-lane bridge death: Would metal barriers have saved a life?
Sun strike, poor layout, smashed barriers, speed, and fatigue all played a part.
Gasfitter to pay $190k over shower blunder that killed boy
Jesse Samuel's death has "ripped me apart", mum says.
Communities split over free school lunches
Full list: Which schools will get free school lunches?
Free school lunches: Wellington and South Island
Full list: Who gets free school lunches in Wellington and the South Island.
11-year-old surf lifesaver saves child in creek
Girl aged 11 rescues child from swollen creek, using surf lifesaving training.
Frustrated DoC worker: Where's my partner?
Immigration NZ says visa applicants must meet strict border exception criteria.
The Road Ahead: What's really happening in the engine room of NZ tourism
From Queenstown to Hokitika, Covid-19 has caused carnage.
The 50 Year Secret: Cold case confession - report to police ignored
Suspect in unsolved case reported to police a year before he died, but nothing was done.
Body of missing British tramper found
Stephanie Simpson was reported missing on Monday in Mt Aspiring National Park.
Highway closure planned ahead of heavy rain
The area on the West Coast was affected by storms and slips last month.
The 50 Year Secret: Cold case confessor tried to go to police
Friends say Wildbore would cry and say he needed to talk to the lead detective.
50 Year Secret: Confession in one of NZ's longest unsolved murders
A Herald investigation has uncovered fresh evidence in a 50-year-old unsolved murder.