Latest from West Coast

Moment marriage proposal on scenic bridge was secretly captured

It was a Facebook post that alerted the couple to the existence of the photos.

'It's a one size fits all': Mixed feelings from southern health bosses on DHB overhaul

All of the 20 District Health Boards will be replaced by one national health body.

Helicopters searching for missing angler in Piha

Large swells of up to 2.5m are hindering water rescue efforts.

His body was found entombed in concrete under an Auckland house. Then someone assumed his identity

Police reveal they have a person of interest who acted as the dead David Hart.

Tahr hunting tragedy: Mystery remains but experts have theories

DoC accepts it could improve information around hazards and risks.

'Really hard done by': The region where deaths are expected to outweigh births

The region's population in 2018 was 32,400 and it is predicted to be 30,600 in 2048.

Serious crash closes southern State Highway

A police spokeswoman said the serious crash unit had been called.

Mt Eden homicide investigation: 'Dave was an interesting person'

Police are now treating human remains found encased in concrete in Auckland as murder.

Man who fled police found hiding up tree

Police did not pursue the fleeing driver but later found the car broken down.

Wikipedians invade West Coast

Ever wondered who's working to keep NZ information on Wikipedia accurate and up to date?

'Year of hell': West Coast Brewery owner forced to sell over closed border

Stuck in Toronto, a Canadian entrepreneur is selling his Westport brewery.

WorkSafe investigating after digger operator dies on West Coast farm

A police spokesperson said the person who died was a contractor working on his own.

Farmer threatens to burn forest over plunging values, biodiversity rules

A farming couple in financial strife say they're prepared to take drastic measures.

Double tragedy: How woman survived death of husband, son within 16 days

Christchurch woman Julie Zarifeh's new book outlines grief journey after double tragedy.

Murderer to walk free: Parole granted, killer 'focused on his future'

Murderer Timothy Taylor is to be released on parole 21 years after killing Lisa Blakie

'I'm going to die': 14-year-old's last words after Coast crash

Simon Norris was staying at a friend's place when they decided to sneak out for a drive.

Tsunami threat downgraded after warning to Wellingtonians

Region was warned to expect strong, unpredictable currents after this morning's quakes.

Inside NZ's smallest school: Four pupils (and counting)

The school was closed after funding was cut for a supervisor.