Fresh appeal for van linked to Wellington hit-and-run
Police still seeking sighting of red van that struck a pedestrian in suburban Wellington.
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Comedian excited about upcoming show in Paraparaumu
Guy Williams to perform at Te Raukura ki Kāpiti performing arts centre.
Prime minister to speak to media in Tauranga
Jacinda Ardern is speaking to media in Tauranga.
Aerodrome tragedy: Pilot of skydiving plane failed to give way to microlight
Changes needed as crash report reveals major safety issues at unattended aerodromes.
Sarah and the chocolate factory
They've gone through changes over past 30 years but tried and true recipes remain.
Father-daughter duo who use art to communicate exhibit together
For Dwight and Finley, art enabled them to communicate - now they're exhibiting together.
Skate into summer with Seaside Skates in Kāpiti
"We're the only place in New Zealand where you can try on all these kinds of skates."
Bank refuses to refund $49k stolen from pensioner’s online account
Westpac says it is not liable for the stolen money.
Exotic flower in Wellington gardens draws complaints about foul stench
An exotic flower in Wellington is blooming - and drawing complaints about leaking toilets.
Focus: The Devil's Tongue flowers in Wellington
The Devil's Tongue, a plant that only flowers every 2-5 years, and emits a rotting flesh smell, is flowering now at Wellington's Botanic Garden. Video / Mark Mitchell
Man sentenced for scuffle that cost victim an eye
The judge said it wouldn't be appropriate to order emotional harm reparation.
Review backs decision-making around Wellington library upgrade
Public watchdog vindicates council processes in selecting earthquake-strengthening method.
Woman rejected from job because her mum worked in the same team wins $10k
The woman hadn't disclosed that her mother worked in the same team.
Scout leader 'father figure' encouraged nudity on camps, court hears
Man faces 26 charges, including 16 of committing an indecent act on a young person.
Never too late to start new career - just ask renowned artist
"...so at the age of 42 I gave up my postie run much to people's horror."
Covid-19: 20,522 new cases in 7 days, rolling average is 2926 per day
A seven-day update from the Ministry of Health is expected to show a rise in subvariants.
How an Ōtaki milk station became a world-class venue
Stunning and inviting: The Milk Station.
'Cease these deplorable disruptions': Govt may meet with rail protesters - on one condition
The group have been disrupting traffic in Wellington for weeks.
Furniture that stands the ravages of time
Big Mac has grown from a hobby to a thriving business for Steph Smith and Andy Harvard.
Wild weather causes chaos across the country, set to hamper Auckland Marathon
Almost 1300 lightning strikes were recorded on Saturday.
‘Beyond gutted’: High winds force Six60 to postpone Wellington show
The concert has been rescheduled to Sunday.
Porirua teen inspired by some of the Pacific's greatest Tokelau musicians
Porirua teen Teve Gaualofa, 16, is hoping to release more music in the Tokelauan language.
Weekend weather: Hot and humid conditions bring rain, wind and thunderstorms
An airmass from Queensland and Coral Sea brings hot weather with rain and wind watches.
A restaurant that has survived, and thrived, for decades
"Its ongoing success is the consistency of what we offer."
Parliamentary protest image wins student photographer prize
'This young student is a photographer to watch.'
Tropical cocktail: Thunderstorms, heavy rain, strong winds and humidity to blast NZ
Unusual warmth will be dished up across the country, with a side of wild weather.
Passenger rail protesters join select committee while blocking State Highway 1
Members of the protest group, Restore Passenger Rail, had plagued Wellington commuters.
4 out of 5 households unprepared for disaster - Stats NZ
Wellington was the most prepared.
Lotto Powerball: Sleepless night for Wellington couple after $16m win
The couple spent the night talking about all the things they could do with their prize.
Get 'clinical': Challenge to Rovers' attack ahead of clash with high-flyers
Napier City Rovers hunting goals as eye second half of National League campaign
Three people taken into police custody after protest closes SH1
The protesters planned to deliver a petition via Zoom from above the motorway.
Focus: Rail protesters climb Wellington motorway gantry
State Highway 1 was closed from Johnsonville to Newlands as Restore Passenger Rail protesters climbed a gantry above the motorway and plan to remain there to deliver their petition to Parliament's Transport and Infrastructure Select Committee. Video / Mark Mitchell
School pupil's letter leads to military helicopter visit
Military helicopter lands at Raumati South School after schoolboy invitation.
Corrections guard convicted for bringing in sweet and sour pork for inmate but not for cannabis
The forbidden treats were for a prisoner who was having a birthday.