Sky Stadium executive calls for harsher penalties for pitch invaders after 13 arrested
Shane Harmon says the cost must be higher.
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Kaitaki ferry out for two weeks, Interislander disables Facebook comments
A problem has been found with one of the ship's two gearboxes.
Wellington On a Plate launches 2023 festival programme
This year's theme is 'Breaking the Mould'.
Retired man gets crafty with his newest creation
A miniature waka carving is Peter Puketapu's latest creation.
Labour selects former councillor Fleur Fitzsimons for Rongotai electorate
It's a safe seat for Labour, but the Greens are ramping up efforts in Wellington.
At least five trespassed after pitch invaders mar Warriors win
It comes after a season in which the league stated it would review its security policies.
Rising Kiwi running star goes 'feral' on quest for Paris Olympics
She recently eclipsed the 200m national record of 22.90s that had stood for 14 years.
Witnesses sought after fatal crash in Lower Hutt between bus, car
The bus driver died in hospital after the crash in Taitā.
Wellington traffic: Queues backed to The Terrace tunnel after crash
All lanes are now open but motorists should expect delays as congestion eases.
Prominent lawyer says he shouldn’t be struck off for misconduct
“She was a vulnerable client who was badly let down.”
Kiwi sprint star smashes records at national champs
Zoe Hobbs set a New Zealand and Oceania record - and it was only the heats.
Interislander ferry to resume passenger sailings after mayday
The ferry operator acknowledges the past few weeks have been "rough" for customers.
Thirteen kiwi released into the Mākara hills near Wellington
There was a slight delay releasing two of the birds, as one was pregnant.
Hutt blowout: Cost of shared path and seawalls skyrockets to $79m
The road was affected by adverse weather events eight times last year.
Man stabbed several times in Wellington assault, police plea for witnesses
The assault is believed to have occurred in Newtown at around 4.30am.
Booklet to make raising a child with a rare disorder a bit easier
Kiwi CRPS has released an important booklet to help parents of kids with rare disorders.
Community work 'manifestly excessive' says driver in fatal crash
Lucilla Brunt caused the fatal crash that killed a teen and injured two others.
Ferry problems: ‘Agitated’ Interslander passengers stuck on vessel in harbour
Interislander says a fault on the Kaitaki meant it could not sail.
Focus: Fire Fight - 23 days on the front line at the Parliament protest
NZ Herald photographers and reporters were on the grounds throughout the occupation, talking to protesters, police, politicians and ordinary Wellingtonians right up to the fiery end. Video / NZ Herald
Queues out the door for Wellington’s In-N-Out popup
Just minutes after the burger outlet opened, people were lining up for a taste.
Opinion: Heartbreak and the need for ‘folding’ in Hawke’s Bay
A trip to cyclone-ravaged Hawke’s Bay made me question how prepared I am for a disaster.
Children's book educates about animal cruelty
A local writer shares what inspired his book.
Intellectually disabled man's child porn conviction quashed
A prior judge compared a conviction to 'branding' or 'cutting off ears'.
Wellington mayor faces challenge to rates hike plan
Tory Whanau had the numbers to withstand a slew of amendments to the council's budget.
Watch: The Drawing Board episode 1
The Drawing Board, an 8-part series airing Monday nights on Whakaata Māori, is examining how indigenous architectural design is reshaping our spaces through a Māori lens. Video / Faultline Films
Ōtaki to north of Levin motorway being rescoped
The Government is rescoping parts of its $8.7b NZ Upgrade infrastructure programme.
Consumer NZ claims ferry operators failing to meet their obligations
Consumer watchdog says ferry operators have misled passengers about their rights.
Gang member spends birthday behind bars for part in violent 'dispute resolution'
Mongrel Mob member Teimana Tawhai didn't pull the trigger, but he'll stay behind bars.
Focus: Wellington Dog Section boss retires after more than 50 years service
It was an emotional day for Wellington Dog Section boss Senior Sergeant Mark Davidson, retiring in a formal parade after more than 50 years of service. Video / NZ Herald
It’s a dog handler’s life: officer retires after 50 years’ service
"Thank God you're here" was not the usual response Davidson got when catching offenders.
Razor has ‘learned his lesson’ over ABs coach comment
Scott Robinson "played a straight bat" when asked about the All Blacks job.