Wellington's being told to get ready for the next fight.

Maggie gave birth to her daughter in 1964 in Otahuhu - and didn't see her for 18 years.

Wellington smokers could soon have to stub out, even in cafe outdoor areas.

The roof isn't properly attached, the paintwork is peeling, and the garden is overrun.

An argument's broken out over where New World Metro at the Railway can display alcohol.

Emergency services try to save the life of an injured pedestrian on the Kapiti Coast.

The endangered whio population is booming along the Tongariro River, thanks to locals.

Vet thousands of dollars in debt for treating animals when their owners couldn't pay.

A vet faces a huge debt for treating animals whose owners couldn't stump up with the cash.

Hospitals around the country are seeing record numbers of emergency department patients.

International animal protection groups are heading to Wellington Zoo to talk conservation.

Michael John Kight can now be named after a suppression order lapsed.

A man has narrowly avoided preventive detention after violence linked to meth psychosis.

Landbankers are standing in the way of building houses, according to Wellington's mayor.

A women-only taxi service will ensure women get home safe in Wellington, its founder says.

About 145 people went to the weekend movie marathon, many armed with pillows and blankets.

Weather for Adele's concert tonight forecast to be worst of star's three Auckland dates.

Shoppers in the big centres won't be able to spend up during Easter stat days.

Caroline Boyd was passionate about equality and mentoring younger staff, her sister said.

Motorcyclist breaks arm in Rimutaka Hill Rd crash.

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Caroline Boyd had worked for the Ministry for Women's Affairs and the Ministry of Health.

Damian Lawson was to stand trial for manslaughter but has admitted a lesser charge.

Auckland has been keen on taking the Rugby Sevens off Wellington for months.

Porirua locals want a mental health respite service moved after an alleged kidnap bid.

A 32-year-old man is accused of trying to snatch a Whitby toddler last week.

Enjoy the fine weather while it lasts because rain is on the way.

Paekakariki man says he felt "breath of death" moments before a muscle car hit a woman.

A crash and a separate truck breakdown in Wellington are causing major delays for commuters.

A warm, sunny week is expected across the North Island before the weather takes a turn for the worse on Friday.