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Winter's final act: Thunderstorms, gales, wind, rain to lash NZ across next 72 hours
An air mass from Australia will also bring warmer days and milder nights for parts.
Inaugural charity auction raises money for food provider
Mills Albert and Wellington Rugby combine to help Bellyful with charity jersey fundraiser.
Health NZ calls for voluntary redundancies following overspend
A commissioner replaced the Health New Zealand board in July.
$48m spent on Kāinga Ora social housing development, but site still sits empty
Kāinga Ora’s taking another look at the plans due to 'significant cost escalation'.
Interislander sought 22 exemptions to sail in breach of maritime rules
KiwiRail's Cook Strait rival Strait NZ applied for nine in the same timeframe.
New Wellington music venue's opening delayed, shows postponed
Drax Project were set to be the first artists to take the stage.
Pedestrian injured after being hit by car in Carterton
Police received reports of the incident at 3.40pm.
Heavy rainfall in Kāpiti a reminder to be prepared
There was a lot of rain throughout Kāpiti on Monday.
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Wellington flooding: Trains resume, worst of rain moves north
Another band of rain is forecast to come through in the next 24 hours.
Artist tackles water quality issues with stunning mural
Drab alleyway gets splash of colour and a message on water quality.
Kāpiti man to be first Kiwi commissaire at Paralympics
Zac Prendergast is going to be the first Kiwi to commissaire in the Paralympics.
Hillside owner on 10 years in business and the future of high-end dining
Less than a year ago Asher Boote was considering walking away amidst a string of closures.
Heather du Plessis-Allan: The PM's right - our mayors and councils are hopelessly out of touch
OPINION: Luxon knew he was picking a fight he was odds-on to win.
Redemption for NZ's 'largest miscarriage of justice' | Focus Morning Bulletin August 24
The search for justice continues in the NZ court system, Health Minister Shane Reti is aware of people misusing everyday products to induce highs and the US prepares for debate.
'Trying to shut down venues one by one': Owner says authorities 'killing' bars
Two of Jose Ubiaga bars have been put into liquidation this month.
Whittaker’s 'assessing damage' after choc factory fire, person suffers smoke inhalation
The fire was confined to one piece of equipment.
Limited engagement with iwi on Three Waters replacement - officials
'The Government intends to engage with iwi/Māori and report back in late 2024.'
Funding uncertainty looms over Capital Connection's future, again
The 33-year-old commuter service will be discontinued at the end of this decade.
Nicotine-stained paintings turn out to be masterpieces by renowned artist
'I said do you want the good news or the good news?'
'Historic shift for NZ': First regional deal will be finalised by next year
'We will only finalise deals with regions that are focused on the basics' - Simeon Brown.
Councillor not sure 'lavish' bus shelters with living roofs would be approved today, minister calls the shelters 'crazy'
A Paraparaumu Community Board member called it 'gold plated'.
Huge water leak delivers perfect backdrop for PM's sharp warning to councils
Tory Whanau has accused Christopher Luxon of punching down in his speech to mayors.
Residents told to store water after main bursts in Wellington
Wellington Water says there is some uncertainty as to whether repairs will be successful.
Two Wellington bars in liquidation as local economy bites
Declining foot traffic along famous Courtenay Place and economic downturn hit bar owner.
Burst water main on Kent Terrace
A burst water main caused flooding on Wellington's Kent Terrace on Wednesday morning. Video / Mark Mitchell
'Extreme distress': Man trespassed from abortion clinic for the 15th time
A judge tells Paul Barnao having strongly held beliefs doesn't justify breaking the law.
Onam festival a blend of tradition and modernity
Onam is set to be celebrated in Waikanae.
Potential $1m cost to protect snails and lizards from new North Island motorway
Powelliphanta snails are among New Zealand’s most threatened invertebrates.
Retro band coming to Paekākāriki
The BeatGirls are bringing groovy moves and well-known tunes to St Peter's Village Hall.
Opinion: The colossal cost of ferries with no rail capacity
OPINION: Internationally, the price to build a ship has increased by 53% since 2019.
'Poor evidence': Health NZ reviewing diagnosis of Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome
Kiwis, many of whom are young women, are paying more than $100,000 for overseas surgery.
KiwiRail chair's thinly veiled barb at Willis and why trust was a problem
Treasury has released more documents about Interislander's mega-ferry fallout.