Did recent seismic surveys in the area cause whales to beach themselves at Farewell Spit?

A person has been hurt after the car they were in went off the Coastal Highway and into a swamp at Mapua, west of Nelson.

Police have today pulled a body from the Takaka River - that of missing man James Rano Dick, known locally as Hemi.

Plans for a ferry between Whanganui and Port Motueka have been revisited. And pending a feasibility study by the council, could have the Mayor's support. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

Plans for a ferry between Whanganui and Port Motueka have been revisited. And pending a feasibility study by the council, could have the Mayor’s support. Made with funding from NZ On Air.

Lorna Subritzky enjoys a winning bach in acclaimed surroundings.

Cycling is kept to a minimum and feasting to a maximum on this Tour de Nelson.

The peaceful natural beauty of Wainui Inlet has Fergus Blakiston waxing lyrical.

Elisabeth Easther explores a piece of paradise, at the top of the South Island.

Elisabeth Easther cycles the Great Taste Trail from Nelson to Kaiteriteri.

This caring community's a one-stop shop for food, fiestas and outdoor fun.

A semi-submerged boat is making its way back to shore after it started taking on water about 5km out to sea near Kaikoura.

The crash was reported shortly after 10am.

Police, the Nelson Marlborough District Health Board, and the Tasman District Council, conducted the operation last Friday.

There are mouth-watering distractions on the Tasman Great Taste Trail, writes Fiona Terry.

The Wilsons could rightly claim Abel Tasman, but choose to share the land.

Human remains found on Farewell Spit have been confirmed as those of a missing 26-year-old tourist.

Police have been in contact with the family of a missing Dutch tourist following the discovery of human remains on Farewell Spit.

An orchard company has been fined and ordered to pay reparation - totalling $134,500 - over the death of an employee.

Police are investigating a drive-by shooting in Motueka overnight when two shots, possibly from a shotgun, were fired from a passing vehicle at a house.

Fingers crossed, you will be blessed with a refreshing sea breeze as you tackle these top walks.

Nelson is host to a bike path that meanders through beautiful countryside.

Takaka has a bustling arts scene and pretty scenery, writes Elisabeth Easther.

Six quality hospitality and accommodation businesses in Tasman Bay at the top of the South Island have simultaneously come on to the market.

Geoff Cumming finds he has plenty of time to think on one of New Zealand's Great Walks.

At least one person has sustained serious injuries after a loaded campervan and a small truck collided in the Tasman region.

A man has been seriously injured after falling off the back of a ute in the Tasman region early this morning.

Angela Morris, owner of Toad Hall in Motueka.

After a hard day's hike, there's nothing better than a gourmet meal.