Strict new freedom camping certification system and $1000 fines coming
4:28 PM Bogus blue freedom camping stickers will be replaced by a strict compliance system requiring fixed toilets under new legislation.
Convicted murderer Scott Watson denied parole for the fourth time
Scott Watson told the parole board he would "eat, sleep, work and repeat" if he was to be released from prison, but the board said he remained an undue risk to the public.
Sticky clean-up after tanker crash
After a seven-hour road closure, the tanker has been removed from State Highway 1 and its contents washed away.
Golden Sounds: R&V founder turns attention to festivals 'where we can run events'
Hamish Pinkham expects to make a call on Rhythm and Vines later this week, but says it's "full steam ahead" for Golden Sounds in Marlborough.
Man jailed for assault and threats to girlfriend
Quade Tai threatened to put his foot down and drive into a power pole after making his girlfriend get into his car.
Covid 'reasonably inevitable' as hospital prepares
Wairau Hospital in Blenheim is gearing up for Covid cases as the country moves into the traffic light framework from next week.
Marlborough Sounds bach proves hot property at auction despite flood-damaged road
The "classic Kiwi bach" sold for much higher than expected, even though the only road in is still being repaired.
Young Blenheim speed skaters on a golden roll
Blenheim Speed Skating Club members racked up 10 golds at one South Island event, and they are not stopping there.
Lost dog Lani found after 18 days
The 16-month-old Shih Tzu-Bichon cross was found on Sunday afternoon, about 2km from where she went missing.
Air travel subsidised for cut-off Sounds residents
A $25 flight susbidy will be available to essential workers, residents, and others who need to visit the Kenepuru Sound.
Police boost organised crime force in top of the south
New positions are rolled out as police seek to curb the intimidating behaviour of gangs.
Hikoi reveals 'wants and needs' of Marlborough schools for rebuild project
Principal says trip to Christchurch to visit schools like going to open homes, “just on a bigger scale”.
Council stumps up for freedom camping ranger after Government pulls funding
MBIE says its responsible camping drive was a "short-term programme", which has ended.
'Confusion and chaos' during crash
A woman was found guilty on all charges in relation to the Whangamoa Saddle crash that took the life of world-class kayaker Andrew Martin.
Kaikōura MP Stuart Smith takes positives out of 'disappointing' day for National
“We deal with these things and move on, and that’s what we’ve done.”
Police boost organised crime force in top of the south
New positions are rolled out as police seek to curb the intimidating behaviour of gangs.
Interislander repairs force changes to thousands of bookings
Sailing times for up to 10,000 summer holiday travellers are being changed because of Cook Strait ferry cancellations.
Helping the next generation succeed
Seeking advice and having a plan for who steps into your business shoes will ensure a smooth and successful transition.
It's the Sounds but not as we knew them
OPINION: You know environmental management in the Marlborough Sounds has hit rock bottom when it's the subject of a Tom Scott cartoon.
Learning lessons five years on from the Kaikōura quake
OPINION: The complex 2016 Kaikōura quake has changed the way scientists and risk experts view seismic hazard around the world.
Burning questions over biomass as coal replacement
As organisations consider switching from coal boilers to waste wood products, such as pellets and chips, there are some big fish hooks to consider.
Shipping hits stormy seas of climate change
Waiting for a collectable car (not a toy!) Tom Powell from Climate Karanga Marlborough runs into the headwinds hitting international shipping.
Fraud case opens lid on aero club turbulence
An office manager at the centre of a dispute that divided the Marlborough Aero Club has been convicted of fraud offences.
Marlborough Sounds bach proves hot property at auction despite flood-damaged road
The "classic Kiwi bach" sold for much higher than expected, even though the only road in is still being repaired.
Helping the next generation succeed
Seeking advice and having a plan for who steps into your business shoes will ensure a smooth and successful transition.
Pharmacy staff shaken after abuse from 'anti-vaxers'
Two men have been trespassed from a Blenheim pharmacy after calling staff "murderers".
Farmers and supporters converge on central Blenheim during Groundswell protest
Central Blenheim was in gridlock as farm vehicles filled the streets with toots, howls and cheers.
Young Blenheim speed skaters on a golden roll
Blenheim Speed Skating Club members racked up 10 golds at one South Island event, and they are not stopping there.
Hikoi reveals 'wants and needs' of Marlborough schools for rebuild project
Principal says trip to Christchurch to visit schools like going to open homes, “just on a bigger scale”.
Down to earth lessons for overseas workers
A new education programme is Marlborough's way of giving back to the Pacific Island communities that support horticultural and viticultural businesses.
Foodbank collection a hit at the box office
“It starts off nice and quiet, you're on your knees packing boxes, and then whooosh, you've got boxes everywhere, and all this stuff all around you.”
Triple crown for Marlborough winery
Saint Clair estate has taken out the top sauvignon blanc, pinot noir and Wine of the Show in the Marlborough Wine Show awards.
