The case is suppressed as it could prejudice the security or defence of New Zealand.

Home values in the town of 6800 people jumped more than 25 per cent over past year.

As we farewell the whale, we remember some of our favourite celebrity animals.

More than 100 new Wellington retail workers will get to avoid the daily commute.

Free workshops are open for people in the Hutt to get involved in.

The men, aged 31 and 23, have been charged with aggravated robbery.

56 per cent of student who completed survey considered dropping out of studies.

Five people rescued from motorhome which crashed into Henley Lake.

One person is dead and at least eight others injured after two serious crashes.

The entertainer was denied a diversion for the alleged assault.

Main roads are closed due to slips and fallen trees, while part of Upper Hutt lost power

Hard look taken at controversial legislation widely considered to unfairly penalise some.

Petone Working Men's Club was one spot hit with flooding inside the bar.

Two vehicles were involved in a crash on Paremata Rd, Porirua.

Tepiwa Riwai reached speeds of 212km/h while racing another driver on a state highway.

Police are warning whale-watchers not to stop on the motorway, after several near misses.

"Why the hell were you carrying a 30cm serrated knife in Courtenay Place?"

Some hackers used a Trade Me-style site to sell off stolen personal information.

People have been stopping on the motorway shoulder to get a glimpse of the whale.

The former PM weighed in on Russell McVeagh on Twitter last night.

A warrant has been issued for the arrest of Duane Edward Huaki.

New Zealand's first wizarding academy is coming to the capital.

The fireworks could be called off due to the presence of a whale in the harbour.

But this tale could end up in disappointment for fireworks fans.

The crash has blocked both lanes of SH1 near Otaki.

The man accused of murdering his 5-month-old baby can now be named.

Hot chocolates galore will be on offer in the Hutt starting tomorrow.

Motorists are being warned to expect delays following a crash in Porirua.

Tearful family members shared messages of forgiveness as Cannon stood in the dock.

The party's lawyer said the judge's order for damages was too high.