Sex offender wanted name secret so wife wouldn't leave him. A judge wasn't swayed
He originally asked for suppression to save his 49-year marriage.
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Police are focusing their search on the Atiwhakatau Stream.
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Pomare Station hit and run accused arrested
Police earlier called for Chad Clark to come to court to face charges.
Man accused of being a 'nark' attacked by Mongrel Mob member with knife
The mobster approached his victim while wielding a knife.
Police locate vehicle involved in fatal hit-and-run, call for witnesses
The pedestrian died at the scene.
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Young woman says she has become a 'shell of a person'.
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The Transport Accident Investigation Commission says Maritime NZ must address the issue.
Parliament protester who hurled paver at police says he’s not violent
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Mental health wellness centre's anniversary tinged with future uncertainty
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Frank Kitts Park playground saved from being turned into patch of grass
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Free shoe bank for children proves popular
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Search for man missing in Mount Holdsworth area enters fourth day
Weather conditions are challenging.
'Never see you again': Former meth addict involved in planning violent robbery turns life around
The woman, who avoided jail, thanked the judge for giving her a chance.
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74 people take voluntary redundancy at Victoria University of Wellington amidst financial concerns
The month-long voluntary redundancy period has come to an end.
Church groups say restrictions on gatherings breach of human rights
Free To Be Church Trust has gone to the Court of Appeal over the Covid restrictions.
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The woman was killed in a hit and run near Pomare Station about 7am.
Search continues for man missing in Mount Holdsworth area
Michael MacGregor was last seen on Monday.
Talented student wins top IHC prize with museum-inspired painting
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Opinion: The Let’s Get Wellington Moving project we shouldn't mess with
OPINION: It would be hypocritical for the Govt or National to scrap Golden Mile project.
Picture of blank wall wins $25,000 art prize
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Wellington residents overcharged for council rates
Greater Wellington Regional Council says it's an unfortunate error.
Let’s Get Wellington Moving: Consulting crippled the capital’s chance
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‘Charge them safely’: Second property fire caused by e-scooter in two days sparks warning
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