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Child dragged across social worker's lounge floor after abuse claims
The girl had just told the social worker, a friend from church, she was being beaten.
'I tried so hard to shut up': Child tells police of alleged abuse
The girl suffered an "ugly" head wound after one of the alleged incidents.
Cricket: National indoor cricket hopes for Hawke’s Bay after Central North island win
The national indoor cricket tournament will be played in Auckland from Friday-Sunday.
Analysis: Chipper 'Chippy' hits the Hutt for boost after tough week
Labour was savaged in several polls this week.
Election 2023: On the campaign trail in the wide-open seat of Ikaroa-Rāwhiti
There were so many laughs, you could almost forget the dramatic backdrop to this campaign.
Supermarket giant changing store design amid retail crime 'tsunami' - National
From shoplifting to weightlifting? More to 'boot camps' than imagined, National says.
Mike Munro: It’s values that win votes when times are tough
OPINION: Voting often has little to do with the merits of policies.
Witnesses sought after hit-and-run death
Police also keen to hear from anyone who may have dashcam or CCTV footage.
Armed cops arrive at street in Trentham after reports of armed man
A “heavy police presence” is in the area while officers attempt to resolve the incident.
Three youths wanted for setting gun club on fire
Three youths were seen near the club and leaving the scene at the time of the fire.
Motorcyclist dies after being struck by bus in Upper Hutt
Police are continuing to investigate the circumstances surrounding the crash.
Worker buried up to waist in water treatment plant incident
The worker was taken to hospital in a moderate condition.
Owners of dog that bit elderly woman dispute story
The couple said they were holding the dog when woman approached to pat it without asking.
Run dry: Wellington facing boil water notices this summer
OPINION: Severe restrictions only avoided this year due to Cyclone Gabrielle rainfall.
Elderly dog attack victim with dementia needs multiple surgeries for broken bones, tendons
The elderly woman with dementia was left to fend for herself after dog attack.
Brian Tamaki called out over false claims The Warehouse is selling puberty blockers
Warehouse says it is not selling puberty blockers or any prescription medicines.
'Should never have happened': Worker lost toe tips in caustic soda, firm fined $242k
A pool of what the worker thought was water began to eat away at his skin.
Violent offender clocked at 133kmh before attempted carjacking in ‘horrific’ drive to victim
Brody Gray's dangerous driving led to a crash and then an attempted carjacking.
Liquor giant acquires North Island hospitality group
A multinational liquor brand has acquired dozens of Wellington and Bay of Plenty bars.
‘I hope you have the life you deserve’: Wellington tradesman made to pay almost $60,000 to victims of scam plumbing
Victims said they suffered significantly as a result of Manu Anae's work.
Council says sorry to residents for years of noise from bread factory
Its chief executive said the delay in dealing with complaints was 'unacceptable'.
Woman walking on street struck with BB gun pellet
The woman was walking on Fergusson Drive yesterday when she felt a sharp pain in her face.
Three young children missing tonight in Trentham, Upper Hutt found safe and well
The children are aged, 4, 6 and 8.
Hipkins 'humbled and honoured' to take over role of PM
Hipkins will become Prime Minister once Jacinda Ardern formally resigns the post.
Who is Chris 'Chippy' Hipkins, NZ's next PM and Labour leader?
The senior minister is known as "Mr Fix-it", and for his light-hearted temperament.
Police appeal for information following Upper Hutt burglary
Last night, an Upper Hutt hone was broken into while the occupants were asleep inside
Bacon-infused thickshake among drinks challenge entries
There will be 37 signature drinks for people to choose from.
Revealed: Killer state highway zone where speed limit could be cut by 40km/h
“You can hear the sirens go off with all the accidents, once a week or so."
Families of Māori Battalion soldiers receive unclaimed medals in ceremony
Whānau from 'all over the motu' attend.
Corrections guard convicted for bringing in sweet and sour pork for inmate but not for cannabis
The forbidden treats were for a prisoner who was having a birthday.
Catholic school confirms it has not removed portrait of alleged abuser despite victim's request
One victim's family said his only request was that his abuser's picture was taken down.
Local Focus: En-garde! Fencers fight in Hawke's Bay!
"We've got fencers from as far down as Dunedin and Far North," Baz Clark said.