Friday 27th April, 2018

Following an incident on Anzac Day, fire crews discovered that, while smoke alarms had been installed, their long-life batteries had not been activated.


Thursday 26th April, 2018

Greymouth Mayor Tony Kokshoorn, has announced that he will not be standing in next year's local body elections.

He is retiring to spend more time with his family.


Friday 13th April, 2018

Greymouth is hosting the annual West Coast AgFest this week. The two-day festival started today and Saturday is normally its biggest day.


Wednesday 04th April, 2018

If you own or like utility vehicles this next story is one for you.

The West Coast town of Hokitika held its first Ute Muster over Easter weekend.

Over 100 utes and four-wheel drive trucks took part in the event.


Tuesday 20th March, 2018

Work is progressing faster than expected on the construction of the new Taramakau Bridge south of Greymouth.

The building of the bridge began at the beginning of last year and is expected to be completed in six month's time.


Monday 19th March, 2018

A 110-strong fleet of vintage cars converged on Greymouth this weekend.

Many American and English made vehicles were on display for an eager public, when they weren't cruising around the West Coast.


Tuesday 13th March, 2018

Saturday saw the annual Wildfoods Festival being held in Hokitika, attracting around 6,000 fans of of exotic food.


Friday 09th March, 2018

A house fire in Greymouth had occupants fleeing for their lives early this morning.

The blaze engulfed an old rented home in Greymouth's Buccleugh Street in the early hours.


Tuesday 06th March, 2018

Sunday was Children's Day for the lucky youngsters in the Westcoast town of Hokitika.


Friday 02nd March, 2018

The new bridge being built across the Taramakau River in Westland is nearing completion.