Latest Kāpiti news
Daughter accused of killing mother says she delayed calling 111 out of fear she'd 'be blamed'
'I was scared ... scared I was gonna get blamed for letting her go up to the roof.'
'Thrives on wet tracks': Belardo Boy claims 11th career win
Trainer Lisa Latta plans to target weight-for-age races in early spring.
'Felt like I was rock-climbing': Scientist on attic access in murder case
An ESR scientist suspected a staged scene at a Wellington death.
Tech Insider: Consumer NZ wants 3G phone refund; Council on Amazon site pause
Plus: Government names AI advisory panel. AWS NZ exec flips to opposition.
'Warzone': Daughter describes walking into bloodied scene in mother's home
Julia DeLuney is accused of killing her mother and staging the scene before she left.
Tainui Group Holdings welcomes new CEO
The news comes a year after previous chief executive Chris Joblin announced his departure.
Why Rotorua's First XV victory over Hamilton is one for the ages
King's College celebrated a 23-17 victory over Auckland Grammar, securing the Cooper-Greenbank Cup.
'There's a body in the water': Humble hero recounts saving drowning pensioner
John Schofield, 74, was face down in a 'zombie state' when Ramon Glauser found him.
Rural news
‘A win-win’: Forestry company gifts venison to food bank
'It’s a win for the landowner, and it’s a win for the people who need help.'
‘Still there’: Removal of logging machine sent tumbling over cliff proving tricky
The damaged skidder remains stuck in a hard-to-reach location near the river.
The great 'goat menace' of 1949
“The day will come when goats will be declared a pest..." said Mr. H. Worsnop.
Car news and advice
Has Toyota already shown us a reborn Celica?
Insider information says that the GR Yaris M Concept was actually a new Celica in disguise
Suzuki New Zealand calls time on petrol Vitara: end of an era?
Vitara hybrid will continue, just not for NZ. How come?
MG announces new models and a ‘hybrid first’ change up
MG Motor NZ has switched its focus to hybrids, with a big range MG HS PHEV on the way.
OneRoof property news
House with holes in the ceiling could be the cheapest on rich-lister street
Deceased estate goes to auction with $2.35m CV.
Why homeowners are having to wait for another OCR cut
The five things you need to know about the housing market this week.
Builder's glam villa sells for $5m - almost $2m over CV
Two bidders went head to head for the grammar zone property.
More Kapiti news
Luxon should tell David Seymour to shut up – Jim Bolger
The ex-PM reflects on kidney failure, the Act leader, and turning 90.
Golfing prodigy among teens picked to represent NZ at junior world cup
The tournament has produced some of the world's most prestigious golfers.
'Feared for her life': Man tried to strangle ex before setting her clothes on fire
A man hit his ex-girlfriend on the head and when she fled upstairs, he burned her clothes.
Watch: Major highway blocked by slip, Auckland flights delayed as intense storm strikes
Motorists are being warned to expect hazardous driving conditions.
'Sense of injustice': Act minister, National MPs to face protests over pay equity changes
Protests are planned across the country, including outside MPs' offices.
First XV rugby: How Liston turned the tables on powerhouse rivals
Liston College defeated Kelston Boys’ High 21-16 in a stunning upset.
Trampoline shatters windows as 'destructive' winds wreak havoc in Hutt
A woman was at home when she heard a loud bang and glass shattering.
'Take this one seriously': Destructive winds peak in Wellington
WREMO is telling people to stay away from windows and doors.
Society Insider: Former Black Cap's return to India; new power couple; True Bliss star on homophobic abuse
Plus, Nick Mowbray and Liam Lawson team up in California.
'Blown away': Auckland Harbour Bridge may close as severe winds hit rush-hour commute
Auckland faces severe gales at rush hour tomorrow, with harbour bridge closures possible.
Why you should choose a nature reserve as your next NZ getaway
Guests can book encounters with native wildlife, including a night-time visit with kiwi.
Meteorologists say wild weather's over for rest of school holidays
This week is now free of severe weather warnings as Cyclone Tam weakens and moves on.
Inside Xero co-founder’s four-year battle to build $50m golf course
Hamish Edwards can finally build his dream golf course in Ōhau after a four-year delay.
'Resorted' to drone: Body corporate wins case against Paraparaumu unit owner
'Drone wash was not as effective as a manual wash would have been' - tribunal decision.
On The Up: Air Chathams and Air NZ in partnership talks
'Smaller operators play a critical role and do an excellent job.'