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Thieves v Tree: Street performer's donation box stolen - the heartfelt response
Jarrod Wood says every donation is a 'blessing'.
Paul Eagle announces key policies for Wellington mayoral bid
The mayoral hopeful wants a City Development Authority and a world class arts precinct.
Exclusive new documents reveal chaotic final years of gang associate
Sam Fakalago tried to get bail last year at the home of the woman who watched him die.
Furious motorists chuck projectiles; police consider charges against protesters
Police talk of their frustration over protesters who blocked the Southern Motorway.
Gridlocked: Motorists face long delays after Brian Tamaki-led protest
Call for calm on Auckland motorway as protest causes gridlock
Armed robbery as ASB Bank Paraparaumu
"Police are making inquiries to locate the man, who fled from the scene on foot."
Two high-profile Māori race for mayoralty
Both candidates are politically savvy and keen to sort out some longstanding issues.
'Motorway mayhem': Brian Tamaki-led group plans protests in three cities
The marches were set to begin at 10am.
Beloved boat 'in pieces' after Wellington's wild weather
The boat was washed into the side of the road, leaving it with holes in the hull.
Elderly woman blown over by wind praises public
Geraldine Sims was blown over earlier this week in a gust of Wellington wind.
All Black v ex-All Black: Sky TV to keep Justin Marshall on air
Sky TV says it is aware its commentator "exchanged words" with a wounded All Black.
Home evacuated after dramatic slip in Lower Hutt
The residents have now been allowed back into their home.
Focus Morning Bulletin: 22 July, 2022
The worst of the weather is over but travel disruption continues, the amount spent on Government advertising revealed & US President Joe Biden tests positive for Covid-19 in the latest New Zealand Herald headlines. Video / NZ Herald
Gale force southerly slams Wellington - rips wing mirror off car
The wild weather has grounded flights, flooded streets, and torn the roof off a cafe.
Watch: Wild waves smash ferry during sailing
The ferry was one of the only ones which departed from Wellington this morning.
Watch live: All flights in and out of Wellington cancelled, high winds rip roof off cafe
The capital is being battered by wind and rain.
Nine firetrucks battling house fire near Miramar
Emergency services were called to the scene at 7.30am.
Woman's compensation quest for pothole damage reaches Minister's office
She lost a hub cap and the car's wheel rim was bent.
Gravel-pit cop car finds new home in museum
"There has been a lot of interest in it because it is just so different."
What a legend! Steven Adams' humble NZ airport act stuns fan
'He is a perfect example of class having nothing to do with wealth and status.'
10,320 Covid cases and 34 virus-related deaths; 744 people in hospital
It was hoped the school holidays would act as a circuit breaker, but figures remain high.
Northbound lane blocked on State Highway 1 in Wellington following crash
Emergency services were called about midday.
Wellington to be smashed by seven-metre swells, snow on the Remutaka Ranges
The weather will begin to hit this afternoon.
Warning after woman crushed to death by car she was jumpstarting on driveway
Maria Singh was 22 when she was crushed by the rolling vehicle.
Comment: Wellington fluoride failure a scandal in a league of its own
Surely someone spared a thought for fluoridation's oral health benefits? Apparently not.
Act says second Mt Vic tunnel is Auckland cycle bridge all over again
It's estimated 6,000 people will use a new dedicated walking and cycling tunnel per day.
Wellington 'out of step' with only one special voting booth
Other main centres have planned several locations for special voting in local elections.
Mike Hosking: Think big Christchurch - city's future is what we could only dream of
OPINION: Christchurch is every bit the gateway to the country as Auckland is.
Shooting to scare, not kill: Pair jailed for attempted murder say their intention wasn't to harm
The two men were jailed last year for attempted murder.
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Remutaka region without fire services after crew called to Wellington to cover shifts
Remutaka Hill and surrounding areas were on their own this weekend.