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Junkie mail: Homeowners foil $3m drug ring after finding packages in letterboxes
Ben Rankin was granted a 70 per cent sentence discount for the sloppy importations.
'Like a big truck': Wellington rocked by widely felt quake
It had a magnitude of 4.5 and originated from a depth of 8km.
Simeon Brown disappointed councils failed to provide water shortage info
"Both mayors failed to respond", says the minister.
KiwiRail to undertake urgent inspections of Wellington rail lines
Hutt Valley, Melling and Wairarapa lines will close next week during off-peak times.
Bridge too far: Drivers and businesses hit by Waikanae River clip-on work
Protest planned over long detour and traffic buildups.
Park plans on hold as costs and antisocial behaviour increase
The brakes have been put on Kāpiti's Otaraua Park development.
'Time is not on our side': Govt urged to fix Cook Strait ferries
The Maritime Union says the situation's reached a crisis point.
Beehive asks Wellington Water for explanation over shortage crisis
Local Government Minister Simeon Brown met Wellington Water officials before Christmas.
No ‘white knight’ for Wellington councils facing water shortages
The region has moved to Level 2 water restrictions this week.
Priest’s ‘sanctified’ robe and hat stolen from church
A church in Wellington is reeling from the theft of precious religious garments.
Australian sex offender fights ‘unfair’ NZ child sex trial
David Peter Kisun, 77, was found guilty of four counts of indecent assault in Canberra.
KiwiRail charged after Interislander ferry loses power in Cook Strait
The Kaitaki lost power and came close to running aground in January last year.
More water could be drawn from Hutt River to avoid Wellington's shortage crisis
But an ecologist has warned this would come at the expense of freshwater species.
Celia Wade-Brown has ‘mixed feelings’ about stepping into Golriz Ghahraman’s empty Green seat
The former Wellington Mayor said the circumstances were not what she hoped.
Well-renowned dance teacher retires and passes on legacy to former student
Judith Fuge is retiring after 59 years, and handing her business off to a former student.
Kāpiti College student claims podium spot in national running competition
Jack Gregory did well in the NZ Secondary Schools Athletic Championships.
Caring focus key part of Spearfishing NZ contest
Two fish auctions will be held in Paraparaumu as part of the competition.
Billionaire Richard Branson’s cruise ship spotted in Wellington harbour
The adults-only cruise hasn't all been smooth sailing.
Wellington water shortage: State of emergency planned if restrictions fail
The region is moving to Level 2 water restrictions today as demand surges.
Golriz Gharahman’s replacement: Who is Celia Wade-Brown?
Celia Wade-Brown is in line to take on Golriz Gharahman's list MP position.
'How can they sleep at night?': Baby Ru's family searching for answers nearly three months on
Baby Ru's family saved a spot for him at the table for their first Christmas without him.
Popular bar blames 'unruly' tourists for sudden closure
The bar breached its liquor licence, but a sign blames 'unruly out of towners'.
Daughter takes on The Goat adventure race in honour of her late father
Naomi Dyer is competing in the adventure race to honour her late father, Malcolm.
How sinking land is raising Wellington's sea level rise risk
Scientists have reconstructed nearly two centuries of sea level rise in Wellington region.
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Spy: Inventing Anna star Julia Garner jetting into Wellington
The star will be filming in one of the many Hollywood movies to be shot in Godzone.
Passerby rushes to aid of unconscious man - then steals his e-scooter
It's not yet confirmed whether the scooter has been returned.
'Love-hate relationship': Angry sister stabs brother in back
The incident followed a late-night argument over drugs and alcohol.
Waikanae's The Bookshelf seeks a new chapter
Zebunisso Alimova transformed The Bookshelf into a Waikanae icon — and now its for sale.
Wellington faces water restrictions as system struggles to cope with demand
The restrictions will come into effect net week.
Wellington Water staffer ‘remorseful’ after boasting about not working
Her remorse comes as more water restrictions are set to be introduced for the region.