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Phoenix keep playoff hopes alive with another win
The Wellington Phoenix mini-revival continued with an impressive result in Perth.
Live: Tearful reunions as transtasman travel bubble opens, PM thanks Kiwis
About 400 quarantine-free weekly flights will arrive at and depart from Auckland Airport.
Wellington council review: 'A two-point plug, three-point socket dilemma'
Review of council probes claims of serial leaking, a mayoral absence, and dysfunction.
Wellington police crack down on alcohol-free zones
The increased focus follows reports locals feel unsafe walking through the city.
Wellington house fire closes road in Tawa
Emergency services are responding to a house fire on Main Rd.
Police investigating Carterton collision that killed toddler
Police said the child had been struck in its driveway by a reversing vehicle.
'Bigger than we've ever had': Wellygeddon celebrates 20 years
'From an entertainment and activities aspect, the show's bigger than we've ever had.'
'You stabbed him like a pig': Family's emotional statements at sentencing
Colin Phillips' partner says she can still feel his last kiss on her lips.
Truck breakdown on Remutaka Hill SH2, delays expected
Delays are expected for some time while the southbound lane is cleared.
Up 25 per cent: Wellington house prices jump in a year
House prices in the capital have hit a median value of $882,700.
Nightclub bouncer denies wounding patrons
The bouncer has appeared in the Wellington District Court this morning.
Fine for polystyrene waste on Wellington coast
A $200 fine has been given to the person responsible for the pollution.
Man imprisoned after filming himself sexually abusing child
One of his victims realised it was wrong after completing a programme at school.
Wellington bus drivers vote in favour of strike action
More than 250 buses were cancelled today while union members attended a stop-work meeting.
Masterton man remembers meeting Prince Philip 67 years ago
The Queen and Duke of Edinburgh spent the day in Masterton on Friday, January 15, 1954.
Miramar restaurant robbery accused appears in court
It comes after the Taste of India restaurant in Wellington was robbed last Friday night.
'Warning bells' at school ahead of mould discovery, says Principals' Federation
Hutt Valley High School senior students return to partial remote learning next term.
A Capital Letter: Paul Eagle's power play raises question of Wellington mayoral bid
OPINION: The capital's rumour mill is in full swing over who is eyeing up the mayoralty.
Witness calls police after seeing woman throttled in park
Police said the victim suffered no serious injury and declined medical attention.
Report being finalised after independent review of Wellington City Council
Councillors and mayor Andy Foster will meet with the reviewer tomorrow to discuss it.
Man convicted of rape after 'stealthing' - removing condom during sex
The accused will appear in court later this month for sentencing.
Crash site on SH 2 near Horokiwi, Wellington now cleared
Both southbound lanes have reopened following a two-vehicle crash.
Wellington police make an arrest after an aggravated robbery at a Miramar restaurant
He is due to appear in Wellington District Court tomorrow.
Name suppression remains for Te Papa manslaughter accused
The man had his second appearance on the manslaughter charge today.
Wellington water woes: Ministry of Health staff sent home after burst pipe
A water main that burst on Molesworth St has now been repaired.
Principal 'beyond angry' as classrooms close due to mould, students sent home
Thirteen classrooms, three bathrooms and a dance studio have been deemed unsafe.
Serious crash on SH2 at Upper Hutt, delays expected
Waka Kotahi NZTA said the SH2 crash occurred around 2.40pm south of Kaitoke Loop Rd.
Eat, Drink, Play: New Festival to supercharge Wellington's hospitality sector
Headline events include Opera on the Menu, Dirty Little Drag Bingo and a Psychic Supper.
Youth who prompted school lockdown in court
The youth has been doing well on bail, the Chief Youth Court judge said.
'An environmental disaster': Polystyrene waste scattered across coastline
Residents are furious polystyrene has been scattered across 7km of Wellington's coastline.
41-gun salute for Prince Philip in Wellington
The gun salute may be able to be heard around the Wellington region.
NZ's water workforce stretched to deliver multibillion-dollar investment
Coming up with the money to fix our woeful pipes is one thing, but who will do the work?
'Lucky to be alive': Driver in shock after load falls off van, crushes windscreen
The man's father wants to see the roofing company held accountable.