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'We won't stop': 'Exhausted' employer of missing kayaker into fourth week of search
'The ocean's a big place, it takes, sometimes it gives back, sometimes it doesn't.'
A long way from home: Fiordland penguin found in Wairarapa
The penguin could have been pushed as far north as Wairarapa by a storm, DOC said.
'We couldn't sleep': Kāpiti Coast community shocked by crash involving child
No charges had been laid, and the crash was still under investigation.
South Wairarapa fire contained, caution urged in 'extreme' conditions
Strong winds, high temperatures and low humidity - fire risk very high.
Hawke's Bay artist Sam Trubridge's incredible Wellington Harbour light display
Truebridge says a similar video projection may be on show in his home region in future.
Tax relief off the cards for quake-prone apartment owners
Wellington apartment owners are desperate for help in the face of financial ruin.
New Covid-testing Government subsidy a 'reassurance' for workers, says business
'They can stay at home and be 100 per cent sure they're getting paid.'
Fourth person charged in relation to Karori homicide
The 19-year-old is charged with being an accessory to murder after the fact.
A child is in serious condition after being hit by a vehicle
Police are on the scene in Waikanae speaking with the driver.
'We've got a battle on our hands': Fire crews against 'trying conditions' in South Wairarapa
Four rural crews, two helicopters and 30 firefighters are now battling the blaze.
Wellington's airport bus off the road until mid-2022
The regional council is now taking control of securing the Airport Flyer's future.
Fire in South Wairarapa burns 45ha overnight
The scrub fire near Cape Palliser lighthouse started on Monday evening.
Clothes left on Wellington beach sparks search and rescue operation
A search and rescue operation is underway after clothing was found on Hataitai Beach.
Two injured after car crash into Waikanae building
A car has crashed into a building in Waikanae.
Rookie driver from Levin wins a NZ title
Rookie ministock driver Nick Simmons, from Levin, is having a boomer debut season.
Woman set uncle's tent on fire - with him inside
Mandy Hooper told her uncle to pack up and leave - then lit his tent on fire.
Walking and cycling track from Wellington to Lower Hutt gets green light
NZTA expects the number of cycle trips between Wellington and the Hutt to triple.
Critics question salute for Queen on NZ's national day
Wellington councillor says a lot of needless pain occurred when guns came to New Zealand.
Wairarapa home RVs rise again
Homes in Carterton, Masterton, and South Wairarapa have seen another giant leap in value.
Wellington's Band Rotunda to be re-vamped by the end of the year
Preliminary works on the landmark building will begin next week.
Man charged after Thorndon armed robbery
A man was robbed at knifepoint while sitting in his car this week.
Catnapped: Flurry of concern over missing Mittens the cat
Wellington's most famous feline had the whole capital concerned on Thursday night.
Wellington traffic: Crash on SH2 over Remutaka Hill causes delays
The crash was reported at around 6.55 and was blocking the northbound lane.
How Wellington will be celebrating Waitangi this weekend
Sample a delicious hāngi, be delighted by a kite festival, and enjoy local music.
Search for missing kayaker Koyren Campbell stretches to southern Hawke's Bay coast
Searcher says everyone boating on the sea should have an emergency locator beacon.
Man who beheaded duck 'high risk'
The man cried as he entered the dock in the Porirua District Court.
Alleged bigamist fit to stand trial, granted name suppression
A suppression argument for the man has been rescheduled for the third time.
Ticket scammers target Capital's Van Gogh Alive experience
Commerce Commission urges buyers to purchase from official ticket websites.
Man arrested over Taita hit and run that put mum-of-two in ICU
A person has been arrested in relation to the serious incident in Taita.
Revealed: The man accused of invading race track at Wellington Cup Day
The 24-year-old faces two charges relating to disrupting a public meeting.
Revealed: The most popular meal ordered on the Interislander ferry
Ice creams and chips are among the favourites for holidaying Kiwis on the Cook Strait.
'Generalist' teachers mean smartest science students go unnoticed
The researchers said there had been a focus on literacy and numeracy in primary schools.
Council agrees to underwrite World of Wearable Arts
WOW agrees to be exclusive to Wellington for the next five years as part of the deal.