Car smashes into busy West Coast cafe
A car has smashed into a full cafe on the West Coast, caving in part of the building.
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More rocks rain down on family’s home
More rocks rain down on family’s home
A West Coast resident is being "terrorised" in his home as stones have rained down on his property over the last few nights.
Whitebaiters take aim at Conservation Bill
Whitebaiters take aim at Conservation Bill
Whitebaiters from around New Zealand are joining forces with the West Coast Whitebaiters Association in a bid to have the Conservation (Indigenous Freshwater Fish) Amendment Bill thrown out of Parliament.
Pike River Mine re-entry closer
Pike River Mine re-entry closer
It seems ever more likely a team will head into the Pike River Mine after experts found no "showstopping" obstacles preventing re-entry.
Barriers recommended after fatality
Barriers recommended after fatality
Metal barriers could have saved the life of a man whose vehicle plunged off a narrow bridge in the Grey Valley, the Coroner's Court heard.
Fatal crash court dates set
Fatal crash court dates set
Three years after seven people died in a helicopter crash on Fox Glacier, a case brought against the helicopter company has almost made it to court.
Heritage items stolen in Westport burglary
Heritage items stolen in Westport burglary
Several potentially priceless rail heritage items have been stolen following a burglary at the Westport Railway Society premises at the weekend.
Police launch operation after 'incident' on West Coast
Police launch operation after 'incident' on West Coast
West Coast police are keeping mum about the reasons for seeking information about an undisclosed "incident" early on Saturday at Victoria Park, in Westport.
Farmers urged to review safety processes after child dies
Farmers urged to review safety processes after child dies
Kiwi farmers are being urged to check safety measures around farmhouses and effluent ponds after the tragic death of a 4-year-old boy on Saturday on the West Coast.
Dobson's history reflected in park
Dobson's history reflected in park
Dobson's history has been marked with the opening of a heritage park.
Police tight lipped on Westport 'incident'
Police tight lipped on Westport 'incident'
Police are investigating an "incident" that happened in the early hours of Saturday morning in Westport - but won't say what the incident was.
Ground-breaking whitebait study on West Coast
Ground-breaking whitebait study on West Coast
Scientists will be taking adult whitebait from closed rivers throughout the West Coast as part of a ground-breaking 15-month project.
Combined district plan final proposal
Combined district plan final proposal
After three years of debate and research, the West Coast will keep its four councils but get one district plan.
4-year-old found dead in West Coast sewage pond
4-year-old found dead in West Coast sewage pond
A 4-year-old boy has been found dead in an effluent pond on a farm on the West Coast of the South Island.
Police ask for help to find wanted man
Police ask for help to find wanted man
olice are seeking information on a man known for targeting backpacker accommodation, tourist spots and unlocked vehicles.
Concerns over Greymouth 'crime wave'
Concerns over Greymouth 'crime wave'
The influence of gangs in the Greymouth area and the lack of police to respond to incidents have been raised by a Cobden resident in light of the recent crime wave.
Moa and Haast eagle plan ditched
Moa and Haast eagle plan ditched
Controversial plans to bring moa and giant Haast eagles back to Oparara have been dropped, with the focus now on improving the road and safeguarding the area.
Park proposals opposed
Park proposals opposed
Forest and Bird says a proposal to allow dogs in Westland Tai Poutini National Park breaches the National Parks Act and puts endangered kiwi at risk.
West Coast to keep four councils
West Coast to keep four councils
After three years of debate and research, the West Coast will keep its four councils - but get one district plan.
Gondola, glacier parking proposed in park plan
Gondola, glacier parking proposed in park plan
Everything from a park and ride facility, allowing vehicles closer to the retreating glaciers, and a possible gondola have been proposed in the draft Westland National Park plan which is now out for submissions.