'Rank' brown plume emerges at Wellington's Houghton Bay
Locals say the smell was so intense it made them feel ill.
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Accused fraudster fights MSD over use of personal information
MSD has previously been criticised for breaching its clients' privacy.
Finance Minister fronts on delayed quake prone building loan scheme
Wellington apartment owners on the brink of financial disaster still can't access loans.
Wellington Central candidates support review of quake-prone building legislation
The legislation has left apartment owners on the brink of financial disaster.
Weta on alert after visitor tests positive
Weta Workshop staff have been told to monitor themselves for Covid-19 symptoms.
Documents show ministry blunders on Carillon tower
Ministry penny pinchers left out vital steelwork to save money on Carrillon tower.
Murderer Phillip John Smith claims deportation was 'abduction'
He claims his life sentence should have been changed to one of 30 years upon deportation.
Pilot killed in light plane crash near Ōtaki
The crash was reported around 1.25pm, a police statement said.
Supreme Court votes 3-2 in favour of hopeful lawyer with repeat drink-driving history
Two judges dissented with the majority decision, including New Zealand's Chief Justice.
Wellington Covid risk: Traveller dines at noodle shop, later tests positive
Two travellers who left NZ last week later tested positive for Covid-19 overseas.
Police seize assault rifle in Wellington searches
Police are "highly motivated" to get such weapons off the streets.
Heartwarming film wins Roxy5 people's choice award
The emotional film is a step in a new direction for the budding filmmakers.
Students choosing between catching the bus and eating lunch
Gold Card for students? Pitch to make public transport free during off-peak hours.
Psychiatrist thought pilot could be stalking him
Dr Chris Kenedi was accused of allowing the lines to "blur" between himself and the CAA.
Pilot 'not a monster or psychopath'
The doctor didn't think Captain Lindsay was a 'monster or a psychopath'.
Several pharmacies sold out of masks across the country
One pharmacy sold 500 masks in 45 minutes with a queue out the door before opening.
'Novelty will wear off' on controversial winning artworks
One artist put more than 300 hours into her piece, which made it to the shortlist.
Disabled passengers raise concerns in Wellington bus review
Poor driver attitudes, commuters not vacating seats, and audible announcements not working
Lois Tolley murder: Another arrest in Upper Hutt execution-style killing
A third man has been charged in relation to the crime.
Volunteer CCTV monitoring scrapped in Wellington's party district
The revelations come after two brawls recently broke out in the city in as many weeks.
Pilot breaks down in court over 'sad end' to career
Former pilot banned from carrying passengers gives emotional account in court.
Pitch for $45 million essential Three Waters workforce in Wellington
Documents reveal pitch for an accelerated apprenticeship scheme to retrain 100 people.
NZ pilot fights ban after claims of possible 'suicidal terrorist act' with passenger jet
CAA's lawyer said the consequences of the risks could have been 'catastrophic'.
The Road Ahead: Inside 'The Beltway' - where the real world meets politics
Christchurch to Eketahuna - The Road Ahead visits the centre of power in New Zealand.
Spot the difference: Claim winning Kiwi artwork 'not original'
The piece appears similar to an artwork of the same name by an American artist
Wellington City Council backtracks on Convention Centre name
A new name is being proposed after an awkward double up with a Lower Hutt café.
Courtenay Place hospo staff scared to walk home, spat on
Anti-social behaviour described as 'next level' after Courtenay Place weekend brawl.
The Fabric Warrior: Breathing new life into clothing
Julia has created a clothing line refashioning preloved clothing into bespoke garments.
Ōtaki College is now using renewable energy from solar panels
Revenue from the generated electricity will go back into more community projects.
New cracks discovered in Wellington's Civic Administration Building
City council and insurers remain in a dispute four years after Kaikoura earthquake damage.
Women's weekends with a dash of adrenalin
Sometimes it's more fun to go in search of adventure.
Weather: Quiet Sunday before low brings more rain, wind
Aussies can't come here, but their lows can.
'Lucky not to be fatalities': Police warning after one stabbed, nine arrested in brawl
Police called to a brawl in Wellington find one person with a stab wound and arrest nine.
Flight with 141 on board struck by lightning, diverted to Christchurch Airport
Flight stuck by lightning diverted to Christchurch Airport, passengers safe.