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Wellington drinking water plant deemed compliant after power outage breach
Partially untreated water was drained from the network after UV filters stopped working.
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More than 100 artists - mostly from Northland - have added their plates to the fundraiser
Nine Mattina crew members with Covid-19 have Delta variant
Whole genome sequencing shows variant not connected to previously confirmed cases in NZ.
Govt looks to 'tidy up' practice of jailing asylum seekers
Phil Twyford said the Government has 'listened' to advocacy groups.
Wellington weather: Flooding on SH1 as southerly change brings more rain
It comes just days after a one-in-10-year rainfall event over the weekend.
Legal challenge mounted over couple separation due to Covid-19
An Auckland law firm is seeking a judicial review of two major immigration decisions.
Picton aquarium closure plan prompts staff 'sit-in' protest
Plan to shut down Picton aquarium prompts staff 'to hold a sit-in' protest.
Threats to kill PM: Man charged by police
Alleged threats made more than two years ago - but the man has just been charged.
Former TV presenter appeals conviction for Trade Me frauds
'Cruel lie' around a dying child helped conned buyers out of $35,000.
'It's tragic': Skipper of yacht died while saving others, investigation finds
Pedersen also praised finding that her husband was "instrumental" in survival of crew.
Union meeting to cause disruption for Upper Hutt commuters
The meeting in Upper Hutt will be held between 9.30am and 2.30pm.
'Pacific Islander' an insulting umbrella term, Royal Commission told
A researcher says lumping everyone together robs people of their true identity.
Hope for Moerewa, Ōtiria residents one year after the flood
Residents have been hammered by four major floods since 2007.
Extreme and irresponsible: Dad says expelled son should have received more support
Far North father claims his son was the victim of cyber bullying at school.
Armed police debate reignites: Has the time come for our cops to carry guns?
Minister Williams' comments yesterday divided two prominent South Auckland leaders.
China calls meeting with NZ officials over 'Cold War' mentality
It comes after Government voiced criticism of Chinese state-funded hacking.
Noisy neighbour murder: 'Cold-blood' killer jailed for life
'That guy didn't deserve it,' killer Tristan Locke told cops.
Thieves target Riverton whitebaiters' huts
Items taken include fishing gear, vehicle batteries, gas cookers and potbelly stoves.
Wellington bus drivers to vote on pay offer next week
It's the latest development in a long-lasting saga over the collective agreement.
Mosque attacks: Christchurch to get rare bravery award
Special bravery award comes after "acts of bravery and humanity" on darkest day.
Heavy rain: Flood-hit region bracing for second wave, parts of North Island on alert
Metservice is forecasting a front will move across the country later today.
Storm-hit Newlands homes' fate hangs in balance
Severe weather in the Wellington region caused major damage over the weekend.
Ngāti Hine Health Trust's Covid vaccination Whangārei clinic biggest in North
Ngāti Hine Health Trust has successfully administered 4557 doses, as of July 4.
Historic bar admission sees registry officer celebrated on marae
Northlander Langdon Bradley joins the Whangārei court after long and trialling journey.
Opinion: Aussie-stranded Kiwis deserve better than radio silence
OPINION: In a confusing twist, Air NZ claimed a priority-based system never existed.
Georgina Campbell: The heritage obsession in Wellington has to stop
Comment: Wellington is at risk of becoming a museum if heritage advocates have their way.
Wellington Water turns to Fulton Hogan training scheme amid worker shortage
Wellington Water currently has 30 vacancies across its operations.
Body of 'local legend', 95, found in Northland harbour
Charles ''Chas'' Strange was reported missing on Sunday.
Sewage leaks into Porirua Harbour, coastal walking track closed
Plan to ease pressure on fragile wastewater pipe goes awry.
Motorcyclist dies after crash on State Highway 2 in Wellington
Remutaka Hill Rd is now open.
'Significant deficits': NZ's economy $293m worse off by America's Cup
Council revealed its spend on the event was $92m higher than has yet been made public.
Disappearing dentist shows up at eleventh hour, claims he didn't 'ghost' tribunal
Proceedings halted as dentist who left patients mid-treatment contacts tribunal.
Covid 19: Culture clash as MIQ military baffled by civilians
NZDF culture clash as military and civilians thrown together in MIQ.