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Desperate family search all night in pouring rain after teen disappears on holiday
Maia was last seen at 8pm when she left the house to go for a walk in an unfamiliar area.
'I was submitting': Man who choked BDSM partner unconscious in shower sentenced but can't be named
The man's name suppression will be argued at a hearing next year.
'Character from a horror movie': Man's horrific assault injuries described in court
The victims were enjoying Christmas drinks with workmates before the unprovoked attack.
Proposal to rename Petone and Auckland suburb thrown out
The Petone proposal was put forward as a correction to a historical 'misspelling'.
Developer, bar owner resign from Tory Whanau's business advisory group
Wellington's mayor only announced the group of high-flyers in May.
Police launch homicide investigation after Porirua man dies in hospital
Titahi Bay resident Sean Remnant was found at a property with critical injuries.
Analysis: How Winston Peters regained control of Cook Strait ferries
Peters is back at the helm and going back to the drawing board.
'Mountain' of Christmas gifts for decile one school after kids expected to miss out
The school was hundreds of gifts short after a technical glitch.
'CCTV crucial': Police call for evidence after gang murder
Warnings issued for traffic disruption around Wellington during the funeral procession.
Boy playing near pond shortly before tragic death - witness
The witness said council should change the depth of the pond to make it safer.
'Armed and dangerous': Suspect wanted in slaying of ex-gang boss
Anyone harbouring or protecting Wipuhara Kapene could be prosecuted.
Watch: Teacher aide's ingenious wheelchair waka goes viral
Cassius has had the same teacher aide throughout school - and she "just means everything".
Boy who drowned in Lower Hutt park moved to NZ a few months ago
A Givealittle has been started to support the 'grieving family of Miles'.
'Tragic weekend': Four water deaths in 24 hours across NZ
The rise in deaths is a worry, Water Safety chief executive says.
'Queer House': NZ's most rainbow-friendly neighbourhood revealed
Last year's Census was the first time Kiwis were asked about their sexual orientation.
Analysis: What does 'rail-enabled' ferries mean and can KiwiRail survive without them?
KiwiRail has changed its tune as to how its freight business might be affected.
Wellington property valuations ‘out of whack’ and need to change, agent says
One real estate boss described RVs as a 'revenue grab'.
PM left in the dark about assault of women by Vietnamese officials
Police confirmed they were unable to charge the men, but were certain the crime happened.
Iconic Wellington site to be turned into a spa and restaurant
A new developer has been chosen to restore the landmark that's sat empty for a decade.
'Everything in the mix': Winston Peters says rail-enabled ferries still a possibility
Peters says rail should be regarded as a critical part of New Zealand's infrastructure.
Why police can't charge Vietnamese officials despite having 'no doubt' of sex assault
Police confirmed they were unable to charge the men, but were certain the crime happened.
Opinion: Ferry flop - Govt reveals it still hasn't sorted its ship out
OPINION: What has the Govt been doing in the year since it cancelled the mega-ferries?
Police seek CCTV of fatal Lower Hutt shooting as hunt for large tattooed man continues
Police say they are hunting for a large, heavily tattooed man accused of the shooting.
Fatal Lower Hutt shooting victim was former gang president
The parties involved all knew each other, the police say.
D-day for Interislander, Government to reveal new Cook Strait ferries
The Government has promised the plan will be cheaper than the cancelled mega-ferries.
Public servants offered support to retire or move to Australia amid job cuts
An internal document describes retirement as 'your next work-life balance adventure'.
Esteemed Wellington restaurant closing, new owner planning 'refresh'
It's hoped the new venue will 'bring the vibrancy back'.