Serious assualt in Featherston, victim’s car found burnt out
Police said a member of the public found an injured man on their driveway early today.
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Wairarapa coastal communities cut off by slips and flooding
Military trucks could be brought in to get food and water to those who are isolated.
A Capital Letter: Our embarrassing Interislander ferries are now frightening
The Kaitaki narrowly avoided disaster after declaring a mayday with 864 on board.
Trees down in Wellington, 146 km/h wind gust recorded
Strong winds, heavy rain, and large swells are forecast for the region.
Waikanae teen qualifies for international scootering competition
Alana Reardon, 13, placed third in a national scootering competition.
'Unusual' electrical fault caused Aratere ferry to briefly lose power
It comes after the Kaitaki ferry issued a mayday with 864 people on board.
Sting in the tail for Auckland: High winds to hit stricken Super City today
Although the intense rain is over, that does not mean it is dry.
Metlink officials admit fault after January bus chaos
People were left stranded at bus stops or packed into buses like sardines.
Inside Auckland's emergency bunker as Cyclone Gabrielle rages
"No one gets a get out of jail free card," an official said as the storm approached.
Old house torched in Paraparaumu
Paraparaumu Fire Brigade responded to a call about a fire on Rimu Rd.
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Victoria University appoints two new Māori professors
For the first time, two Māori professors have been appointed at the same time.
'It's disgusting': Family mourns death of 'very loving' 11yo on beach
Oliver Shone was a quirky and loving child, family and friends say.
Parents warned of violent youth fight planned in Hutt Valley
Parents have been told scrap likely a copycat event from Hamilton’s 'battle of the hoods'.
‘It would kill you outright’: Council urgently probes faulty street lamps
A council spokesperson said Wellingtonians should watch out for "drooping".
New football club emerges in Horowhenua and Kāpiti
New football club created for Horowhenua and Kāpiti.
Man called police after being swindled while trying to hire underage prostitutes
Amit Sharan claimed he'd never met the girls, but CCTV footage proved otherwise.
Cyclone Gabrielle: 10 of the worst tropical cyclones to hit NZ
Ex-tropical cyclones have wrought havoc in NZ. Here's 10 of the worst.
‘Stressed market’: Developer applies to postpone $320k in contributions
Cost overruns blamed for request for delay.
Covid vaccine available to under-5s with high health risks from today
Expert welcomes extension of vaccine, but wants more under-5s to get access.
Harbourmaster fronts council committee after ferry mayday
Concerns have been raised about the ability of tug boats to assist the Kaitaki ferry.
Lowering speed limits ‘incredibly dangerous’, Wairarapa businessman says
He claims slower drivers are more likely to be distracted. Waka Kotahi disagrees.
New fire chief for Paraparaumu brigade
Martin Sutherland will take on the role of chief fire officer.
Police car and school bus involved in Lower Hutt crash
The crash occurred at 7.15am today.
Our largest drug seizure: $500m worth of cocaine picked up in sea; NZ 'a potential transit point'
Five Eyes were involved in the operation between Police, Customs and NZDF.
Wellington Central race: Who is the councillor James Shaw stood aside for?
The 25-year-old wāhine Māori has long seen Green MP Chlöe Swarbrick as an inspiration.
Lambton Quay currency exchange robbed at gunpoint, man arrested
Armed police seen outside currency firm.
Person taken to hospital after police incident on State Highway 1 in Wellington
The road has since reopened.
NZ study showing higher rates of heart disease after Covid jabs should be treated with caution - expert
The study provided further reassurance about the safety of the vaccine, an official said.
Wellington ratepayers face 'bitter pill' rates hike
Wellington's mayor says the city is tackling infrastructure problem head-on.
School truancy spike driven by Covid restrictions, principals say
Schools had told students to stay home because of Covid, so getting them back was hard.
Identity confirmed for body found near Kapiti Island
Police have named the person as a Palmerston North man.