Force of West Coast storm rips open closed Fox landfill; dumps rubbish along coastline
The previously 'pristine' beaches are littered with rubbish posing a risk to marine life.
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River flooded more than 1m deep near victim's property
Torrent caused Westland river to carry largest volume of water in 15 years, local says.
Lower sales cut into Westland Milk payout
Westland Milk Products has lowered its forecast payout range from $6-$6.20 to $5.80-$6.
'Monster of a man' jailed for second rape and murder
Paul Wilson killed again - 24 years after murdering ex-girlfriend Kimberly Schroder.
Rain moves north as West Coast charts damage after deluge
It's the North Island's turn for a bit of the wet stuff.
66-year-old swept away by floodwaters named
Aerial photos reveal staggering damage caused by the torrents of water.
Review backs Parole Board's release of convicted killer Paul Wilson
NZ data shows 0.4% chance of released killer going on to kill again
Elderly woman dies in flood waters on West Coast
A woman's body has been found on the banks of a flooded West Coast river.
Live: Wild weather moves north after washing out bridge, roads, cutting power
The Waiho Bridge has been destroyed as a major autumn storm edges north.
Stranded tourists' plans up in air after West Coast deluge
About 450 tourists were kept in Franz Josef overnight due to dangerous road conditions.
West Coast hammered by 'exceptional' rainfall
A state of emergency is in place for the district.
'This is another level': Man astonished at West Coast flooding
Oliver Harcus and his partner are currently stuck in a Franz Josef campground.
Watch: Waiho River bridge washes away, state of emergency declared
The Waiho Bridge has been taken out by the flooded Waiho River on the West Coast.
Bridge washed away, much of SH6 closed as severe weather batters West Coast
Heavy rain in the region has seen river levels steadily climb over the day.
Torrential rain causes coast slips, road and school closures
Motorists advised to stay off the roads in Westland due to surface flooding and slips.
Cruel curse strikes West Coast family again
Samarra Wright watched her mother die of motor neuron disease. Now she has it too.
Search continues for man missing off Bethells Beach
The 34-year-old has not been seen since being swept out to sea on Thursday.
Viewpoint NZ: Black drinking water, cheap houses in Queenstown
Video news from around the regions. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
Teacher forcibly kissed 9yo schoolgirl
She was scared and when she tried to run away, she noticed the man's exposed penis.
Biggest-ever addition to a national park announced
An area of land half the size of Auckland is about to be added to Kahurangi National Park.
Brain, testicles and snouts served up at food festival
Hokitika's Wildfoods Festival is celebrating 30 years - with a range of daring delicacies!
Mystery of West Coast cash giveaway solved
In December, campers at a West Coast campground woke to discover a money fairy had been.
Five years since MH370: Kiwis' connection to major air disasters
Four people with links to New Zealand died in the 2014 Malaysia Airlines disasters.
Viewpoint NZ: Bike lanes, solar schools and adaptive surfing
Video news from around the regions. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
First dog pawsed for snap at snowy saddle
Alpine guide took his hound Chief up 3194m Lendenfeld Peak in the Aoraki/Mt Cook area.
Mystery of a barman's fatal shooting
Hotel chef arrested for murder five months after workmate's death.
Warm and clear weather to continue
Warm and clear conditions are set to continue late into the week for much of NZ.
Pike River: Miners ready to recover mates
In just a few weeks, experts will chip off the concrete seal to the mine's entrance.
Show me the money: Just where is the PGF money going?
Northland's been allocated the 3rd highest amount followed by the West Coast & Tairāwhiti.
Love letter that snared an army draft dodger
World War 1 censorship set stage for a century of state snooping on New Zealanders
Fireworks' long history in New Zealand
Fine for unlawfully letting off fireworks in public places introduced in 1850
Watch: Mustang Silly - 'Worst driving I have ever seen'
The driver will be fined after the car following complained to *555.
Massive slip closes highway
The slip cascaded down over State Highway 6 north of Franz Josef Glacier.
How double killer cheated conviction for 'sinister, brutal' rape
Paul Wilson admitted raping Kimberly Schroder years later