Runanga withdraws mining objections
Opposition to a mining venture on the Barrytown flats, about 25km north of Greymouth, has taken a significant dive, with the withdrawal of objections from manawhenua.
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Missing man found on West Coast trail
Missing man found on West Coast trail
Tasman police have located a 29-year-old man reported missing earlier today.
Tb outbreak affects West Coast herds
Tb outbreak affects West Coast herds
Herds which have been free of bovine tuberculosis for decades are caught up in a fresh outbreak at Hari Hari.
Businesses betting on holidays
Businesses betting on holidays
On the main street of Fox Glacier village the sound of a lone mower has replaced the campervans and cars, as businesses hold out hope for a school holiday boost after a long and difficult winter.
Franz Josef businesses suffer as borders stay closed
Franz Josef businesses suffer as borders stay closed
Franz Josef business owners say they are struggling to keep their heads above water after losing Aucklanders and international visitors.
Communications in focus after blackout
Communications in focus after blackout
No phones, no internet, no medical alarms, no eftpos, no cash machines - Westland Mayor Bruce Smith is putting the 34-hour communications blackout south of Hokitika on the agenda.
Coverage loss a ‘frustrating’ blow for businesses
Coverage loss a ‘frustrating’ blow for businesses
Frustrated business owners are questioning why there is no backup cell and internet cable for Westland after the region lost coverage during Sunday’s storm, and for the second time in 10 months.
Plan for West Coast wilderness trail
Plan for West Coast wilderness trail
A wilderness trail from Ross to Fox Glacier would boost conservation education and regenerative tourism, the West Coast Conservation Board has been told.
Fox Glacier hostel throws in the towel as border remains closed
Fox Glacier hostel throws in the towel as border remains closed
After $100,000 and 15 months in hibernation, a popular Fox Glacier hostel has thrown in the towel and is selling everything from the spa pools to newly laid carpets.
Milford Road reopens after nearly a week
Milford Road reopens after nearly a week
The Milford Road has reopened after being closed for nearly a week.
Broken down car towed but couple left stranded during Level 3
Broken down car towed but couple left stranded during Level 3
An older West Coast couple was left high and dry by level 3 restrictions that saw them refused a ride with a tow operator and left standing on the roadside when their vehicle broke down.
Domestic flood claims over $85m
Domestic flood claims over $85m
Preliminary insurance claims for the Westport flood in July show 355 vehicles were damaged, and 1297 domestic claims were lodged totalling more than $85million.
More than $85 million in insurance claims after floods
More than $85 million in insurance claims after floods
Preliminary insurance claims for the Westport flood in July show that 355 vehicles were damaged, and 1297 domestic claims were lodged totalling over $85 million. Commercial claims numbered 110.
Glacier businesses starting to close
Glacier businesses starting to close
A handful of businesses at the West Coast glaciers are on a knife edge and events are also folding as uncertainty around the country's Covid 19 response continues.
Breach or loophole? Haast swarmed by out of region whitebaiters
Breach or loophole? Haast swarmed by out of region whitebaiters
Whitebaiters have flooded into Haast under a possible loophole allowing them to travel from one district to another during lockdown - to the horror of angry locals.
Whitebaiting: No to rocks, yes to riverbanks
Whitebaiting: No to rocks, yes to riverbanks
West Coast whitebaiters were out in force on Wednesday, making the most of the perfect opening day weather, although confusion reigned as to whether it was allowed at Level 3 or not.
DWC asked for funding help
DWC asked for funding help
Development West Coast has reported a net profit of $14.2million for the year, prompting calls for it to help struggling South Westland.
Research into West Coast whitebaiting
Research into West Coast whitebaiting
The West Coast Whitebaiters Association says pilot research projects will be conducted on the Buller, Mokihinui and Hokitika rivers this season, which opens today.
$14m profit sparks call to help South Westland
$14m profit sparks call to help South Westland
Development West Coast has reported a net profit of $14.2 million for the year, prompting calls for it to open its wallet and help struggling South Westland.
Westport floodwall options rejected
Westport floodwall options rejected
The Buller District Council has rejected two proposed floodwall options for Westport, saying the walls would probably not have stopped the devastating July flood.