Tracy Neal

Witnesses have started giving evidence in the country's first prosecution on charges of human trafficking. Audio

The first case involving charges of human trafficking will begin in the High Court in Nelson today. Audio

A strategy that seeks new pathways to economic growth on the West Coast is being labelled by the Greens as little more than a glossy brochure Audio

Coastguard Marlborough runs New Zealand's only on-water ambulance, and is about to replace it with a purpose-built boat designed with speed and patient comfort in mind. Audio

The Government says the proposed Waimea Community Dam near Nelson would deliver major economic benefits to the region. Audio

A blaze in a truck laden with gas cylinders led to the evacuation of businesses in Nelson early this morning. Audio

A truck carrying nearly 60 gas cylinders is on fire in Nelson, reporter Tracy Neal is at the scene. Audio

New Zealand veterans of the government protest against nuclear testing in the Pacific are hoping a report due out soon will prompt a closer look at the impact of radiation on their children and… Audio

A Nelson couple are finding out the hard way that red tape isn't enough to protect them from building failures. Audio

The ideas and creations of some of Nelson's brightest young minds were on show this week at the annual Cawthron Science and Technology Fair. Audio

On average 7 people go missing in New Zealand every day. Figures obtained by Radio New Zealand have revealed police and search and rescue volunteers have been called out to searches for almost twelve… Audio

Almost seven people a day are reported missing in New Zealand, with a search and rescue trainer saying that could increase as more tourists come ill-prepared. Audio

A new world standard for sustainable aquaculture was launched at an industry conference in Nelson today. Audio

Two tourists who went missing in the Nelson Lakes National Park survived freezing conditions before being rescued yesterday. Audio

Public pressure has forced the closure of a neighbourhood liquor store in Nelson, uncovering a potential loop hole in licensing laws. Audio

The dream of a better life is proving tougher than expected for some new West Coasters. Audio

The cost of going to the doctor, and difficulties navigating the health system, have meant more people in the Nelson region are calling an ambulance for minor ailments. Audio

A Nelson farm owned by the same family since European settlement is still going strong, despite wars, politics and all kinds of weather. Nelson reporter Tracy Neal went for a walk around Oaklands with… Audio

A man shot by the police in Motueka remains in a critical condition in Wellington Hospital's intensive care unit this morning. Audio