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'Fight or flight, fighting for my sight': Accused suffered eye-gouging, claims self-defence
Two cousins are on trial for continuing to punch a man after he no longer posed a threat.
Wellington City Council will consult with residents on selling airport shares
The council has a 34 per cent share in the airport worth $278 million.
Kiri Allan describes night of career-ending crash - 'my breakdown was on display'
Kiri Allan made a lengthy post talking about mental health.
Kiri Allan court case adjourned for third time
The former MP's case has yet to have its first call, three months on from her car crash.
Gang members 'know what happened' to murdered dad
Hori Gage was killed in retaliation for an incident he wasn't even involved in.
'I cried, to be honest': Homeless man reveals plans after $106k Melbourne Cup win
The winner said he screamed for joy before falling to his knees and crying.
Wellington City Council considers selling airport shares in cost crunch
Should the council hold onto its airport shares or reinvest the money elsewhere?
'Made some bad decisions': Badly beaten new dad had history of starting fights
Nicholas Crosby threw the first punch. He ended up in ICU for three days.
Return of the Wellington Sevens? New stadium boss open to it
Warrick Dent wants the iconic party back on the streets.
Woman outraged with response after bus crashed into parked car
She is one of 88 people whose parked cars have been hit by buses in the past nine months.
Person of interest in baby Ru homicide case in court on unrelated charges
Rosie Morunga was in court today on assault charges.
Bluebridge Cook Strait ferry forced to turn back after hitting wharf
The hull has been damaged and there is a small hole above the water line.
Auckland or Wellington? Study claims one is superior for raising a family
One city placed sixth in the 38-city ranking, while the other sat at the 19th spot.
Never mind the Oscars - the unique way Wētā's Sir Richard Taylor measures business success
A rare interview with one of NZ's creative geniuses: 'You've got me going now.'
'Covered in blood': New dad needed resuscitating after fight outside club
Nicholas Crosby threw first punch but Crown alleges two accused men kept going.
'Incredibly emotional': Restaurant owner considers walking as others fold
Asher Boote speaks out about the mental toll of running a restaurant in recent months.
Wellington man arrested for allegedly sharing child exploitation videos online
An analysis of his phone confirmed he shared multiple videos of child sexual abuse.
Opinion: The verdict on Wellington City Council’s ‘financial crisis'
OPINION: Tory Whanau says it's not, but when does cost-cutting become a crisis?
Extensive searches: Police scour four islands in hunt for missing kayaker
Michaela Leger hasn't been seen since she vanished into the night 17 days ago.
Mayor wants budget deadline extension due to Three Waters uncertainty
Wayne Guppy says how water is managed will have a significant impact on council finances.
Two Wellington restaurants announce closures in less than a fortnight
Field & Green is the latest restaurant to announce it's shutting its doors.
Gas station forecourt rapist appeals case
Lawyer Ethan Huda said the trial judge's comments caused an unfair trial.
Working in the office never looked so good: Inside Datacom’s new HQ
If you thought the future of work was firing up a laptop at home, think again.
Family of Ruthless-Empire watching videos of toddler to keep his memory alive
Great aunt says it's cruel that all the whānau now have of toddler is memories.
Wellington City Council reveals proposed cuts in cost crunch
New pool, skatepark upgrades, and the council's airport shares are on the chopping block.
Good Samaritan hurt intervening in assault
A witness at the scene said she saw a distressed young woman with blood all over her face.
Baby Ru killing: Family of Malachi Subecz speak out
Malachi Subecz was murdered by his caregiver in November 2021.
Arrival of first new Interislander mega-ferry delayed
KiwiRail is keen to avoid introducing the ferry before Cook Strait’s busy summer season.
'Left to die': Loved ones confront fatal hit and run driver in court
Chad Clark was driving about 100km/h on the wrong side of the road when he hit the victim.
Exclusive: Ruthless-Empire's mum speaks out, says she was not involved in his death
Baby Ru's mum says she wants 'justice' for her son.
Wellington councillor accuses mayor of politically motivated attack
Five councillors were the subject of a code of conduct complaint.
Qantas makes Wellington a stronghold - why it's so keen on the capital
Qantas continues its international rebuild as it faces flak at home.
One person in critical condition after Wellington crash
Police were called to the crash shortly after 11am.