Nine deaths, less than 5000 new Covid cases today
The seven-day rolling average of community case numbers stands at 6904.
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Opinion: Why Julie Anne Genter's secret letter is not a storm in a teacup
After all the secrecy, accusations, and headlines, Julie Anne Genter walks away on top.
Revealed: Green MP's secret transport letter released in full
Three years after Genter sent the controversial note, the Herald can reveal what it says.
Four Kāpiti artists to feature at NZ Art Show
Owie Simpson, Michelle Retimana, Ronda Thompson and James Brewer have been selected.
Local Focus: NZ Music Month - Colette Rivers
Colette Rivers tells her story and plays three original songs for NZ Music Month.
Inquiry into Wellington's fluoride failure delayed
Some key interviews with external parties are yet to be completed.
Wellington firm frustrated no chance to bid for Auckland's electric ferries
The Government has granted $27 million to build two new electric ferries in Auckland.
Hit-and-run survivor returns to finish race across US - with surgeons who saved him
Five years on from the hit and run, Nick Ashill is returning to finish his ultra marathon.
Budget blowout: Wellington Town Hall quake strengthening project to cost $182m
It's a significant cost escalation in a string of many.
Another Wellington cafe closes its doors due to Covid-19
"We could not sustain the damage any longer."
Live: 7591 new Covid cases, 16 deaths - subvariant detection a sign pandemic is not over
The new variant is believed to have a higher growth advantage over B.A.2.
Five prison staff stood down amid police corruption probe
Rimutaka Prison has been subject to a long running corruption inquiry by police.
Youth does not deny Tawa stabbing
One person was seriously injured on Duncan St last week.
LEGO Masters NZ contestant loving the challenge
Jake Roos embracing LEGO Masters NZ challenge.
Wellington mayor slammed for overseas trip before elections
The trip is planned for July to the capital's sister city, Canberra.
'It's still sinking in!' - Teen winner of portraiture award
Jessica Gurnsey's work Lady Day was chosen from 351 nationwide entries.
Police issue trespass notice to Mahanga Bay occupiers
Police expect occupiers to make plans to leave Mahanga Bay in coming days.
Warning waves could reach 6 metres high in Wellington tonight
Wellington City Council has a truckload of sandbags for distribution to residents.
Port Hills fire: 'We didn't know the chairlift was a fire risk'
Christchurch Adventure Park appeals the $12m ruling - says employees did all they could.
First case of new Omicron sub-variant in community, 11 deaths
The impacts of Covid means some schools are having to adapt their learning programmes.
Ministry of Education staff working from home after quake risk found in building
More than 1000 staff are affected.
Heavy swells set to batter Wellington's south coast
People are being warned to stay out of the water.
Ella Monnery hits the international stage
Ella talks about growing up in Waikanae Beach before setting foot on the big stage.
Wellington Water requests $6 million to restore fluoride to residents
The company is under pressure after it turned off fluoridation without telling residents.
Opinion: Wellington City Council should reconsider selling the airport
The council is in a weak position as both a shareholder and as the council.
Surplus apples leads to long-term business venture
The story behind a successful apple cider vinegar company.
Omicron outbreak: 8435 new cases, 15 virus-related deaths; how to download new vaccine pass
The updated My Vaccine Pass is simple to request through My Covid Record.
NZ stays at orange, Omicron second wave tipped for winter
Chris Hipkins says the next review of the settings will be in late June.
Self-contained: Single room in former Wellington brothel up for rent at $320
The room has a full shower directly next to the bed.
Moves to regulate engineers, change Building Code for hollow-core floors
The regulatory impact from the Kaikōura and Canterbury earthquakes is still emerging.