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Wellington public transport fares to increase by 10%
The fare hike is needed to cover the rising cost of running the city's transport network.
Why cancellation of Cook Strait mega ferry contract is taking so long
Maritime legal experts have been going through Hyundai Mipo Dockyard's claim line by line.
'Heartbreaking': Family desperate for surgery for sick teen who hasn't eaten for a year
Julia's family need to raise $140,000 so she can have surgery that's unavailable in NZ.
Cops crackdown on boy racers across NZ: Arrests, cars impounded, hundreds of fines
The crackdown comes after police were overwhelmed by a recent event in Levin.
Exclusive: KiwiRail CEO on future of Cook Strait ferries after turbulent week
KiwiRail is preparing to keep the ageing fleet in operation until 2029.
'Political obituary': Wellington City Council passes budget, avoids Govt intervention
The council has been divided over the proposal to sell its shares in Wellington Airport.
Holiday traffic building as travellers leave Auckland for Matariki long weekend
There is life south of the Bombays, but it’ll take you twice as long to reach it.
Drag performer speaks out on cancelled storytime event amid threats
The council was unable to ensure a "safe and welcoming environment" for the event.
Minister warns KiwiRail board members may lose their jobs
Expert challenges whether KiwiRail's 'unjustifiable' consultant spend should be withheld.
Flagship convention centre underperforming, after being deemed a Wellington success story
The council said inflation and constrained government spending were having an impact.
Government refuses to say if new Cook Strait ships will be cheaper than mega ferries
Analysis: Ferries could cost more but overall project to replace fleet will be cheaper.
Newbie bowls player wins centre's top individual award
“I was very overwhelmed and quite emotional."
Drag storytime cancelled after 'threats' and opposition from Destiny Church
A city councillor said people had 'threatened our team'.
Willis challenged KiwiRail consultant spend week before chair's early retirement
Finance Minister says KiwiRail spent an excessive and unjustifiable amount on consultants.
Kāinga Ora tenants slam council proposal restricting parking
Tenants said parking was 'paramount' for those with health issues.
Poppy's spirit captured in award-winning film
Poppy has won awards in the United States, but now it's a winner in France too.
Ministry of Justice staff ask if department is 'lessening its commitment' to te reo
Ministry chief executive Andrew Kibblewhite met with staff in Auckland and New Plymouth.
‘He didn’t deserve this’: Guilty verdict for murderer of ex-All Black’s cousin
Murder victim sent Kiwi dad text saying ‘I love you’ as he lay dying of stab wounds.
Same ferry that ran aground had 'power blackout' caused by disintegrating tape
Aratere also experienced a power outage last year with 538 people on board.
Opinion: Aratere ferry grounding to increase pressure on Govt
OPINION: The ageing Interislander ferries cannot hang on for much longer.