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Mayor defends hobby suggestions for councillors
Wellington's mayor has defended a leaked email which suggests councillors learn Te Reo, Mandarin or ballroom dancing to keep 'mentally fit'.
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Three hit by buses after route made two-way
Three people have been hit by buses on a Wellington street since it was made two-way on Sunday.
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Serepisos woes won't put Phoenix in jeopardy: CEO
The Phoenix CEO has guaranteed the future of the soccer club, despite the IRD seeking $3.58 million from owner Terry Serepisos.
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New Wellington mayor hails 'amazing' victory
Wellington's new mayor Celia Wade-Brown says the closeness of her victory over Kerry Prendergast highlights the need for inclusiveness.
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Prendergast will miss 'best job in the world'
The Green Party's Celia Wade-Brown has ousted Kerry Prendergast as Wellington mayor after the counting of special votes was completed this afternoon.
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Wellington mayor clings to narrow lead
Wellington's leadership is up in the air with long-serving incumbent Kerry Prendergast ahead of her nearest challenger by a mere 40 votes and many ballots still to be counted.
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Death threats heard from slain woman's home
A neighbour heard death threats coming from a Wellington council flat where a woman was brutally murdered.
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Serepisos Lord of the Beautiful Game?
Terry Serepisos believes his $5m investment in New Zealand football deserves to be ranked alongside the success of Sir Peter Jackson.
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Scattering of ashes ruining roses
The covert scattering of human ashes in Wellington's Botanic Garden is upsetting gardeners and ruining the roses.