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‘If you come in, this place will be gone’: Woman held hostage for 15 hours
Phillip Mant was furious with the outcome of an earlier court matter.
Pub pool game ends with man smashing opponent around the head with cue
He struck one victim with a cue four times and punched another outside the bar.
Best Beach 2025: NZ’s top 10 family beaches – how to vote for the winner
The results are in for NZ's top 10 family beaches – vote for your favourite now.
'Help me': Ranger describes agonising search for missing tramper
With the weather deteriorating, DoC rangers had to pause their search until first light.
WorkSafe notified of Nelson policewoman's death
Funeral details are also being finalised for Senior Sergeant Lyn Fleming.
The NZ police officers killed in the line of duty
Senior Sergeant Lyn Fleming was the 34th officer killed on duty.
'Cherished mother, wife': Police officer dies after Nelson car ramming
Video of incident shows frenzied scene, officers restraining somebody as car speeds ahead.
Watch: Police car rammed, two officers critically injured
A member of the public was also seriously injured and taken to hospital.
Dad disabled car to stop son's 'illegal' driving, sparking costly repair dispute
The vehicle was damaged while later being towed and an $11k claim by the owner followed.
Frustrated staff lament ‘unbearable’ conditions at Nelson Hospital
One worker says the building is decrepit and falling down around them.
'Such a load of s***': Mayor fumes at road speed limit hurdles
Mayor's swearing outburst sparked by unforeseen challenges in lowering speed limits
Beat the Heat: Best swimming spots in each region
From Northland to Canterbury, here are the best spots to cool off in.
Best of Premium Sport: North v South - NZ's top sporting schools revealed
Which island holds the balance of power in secondary school sports? Mike Thorpe reports.
North v South: NZ's best sporting schools revealed
Which island holds the balance of power in secondary school sports? Mike Thorpe reports.
Hazard mapping has ‘chilling effect’ on property market
Residents say proposed controversial maps 'essentially rendered our property uninsurable'.
The next Wahs generation: NRL scouts swarm NZ high schools competition
After years of ignoring South Island talent, the Warriors are looking south for new stars.
Hundreds of anglers busted fishing inside marine reserves
Official information reveals which areas around the country have become poaching hotspots.
Mum and dad film First XV final on iPhone, get 52,000 viewers
Mike Thorpe reports on the latest news from around the south.
Watch: Kids sports car park dispute - is it acceptable to reserve a public spot?
Multiple bystanders are pictured trying to reason with the woman.
First XV rugby: The battle for South Island supremacy
A preview of the South Island First XV final.
LIV Golf rumours, First XV semifinals; and weight-restricted rugby for grown-ups
Mike Thorpe reports on the latest from sport around the South Island.
Suspected hostage situation in Nelson
Schools and a hospital are in lockdown and residents have been told to stay away while police respond to a suspected hostage situation in Nelson. Video / Tim Cuff
Police raid uncovers loaded guns stashed in child's bedroom
Police said there could have been a terrible and needless tragedy.
'A bit scary': National MP assaulted during raucous Golden Bay protest, police alerted
The incident happened after a local community board meeting.
Rural community well represented in King's Birthday Honours
Fans of The Country may also notice a familiar name from the field of broadcasting.
Dozens of firefighters battle large fire in Golden Bay
The blaze is thought to be in the ITM building.
Bad tabs and no sleep: Why experts are urging Kiwis to get their drugs tested this summer
A substance found in some tabs has caused deaths overseas.