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'Big waste': Consent granted for bus depot on prime waterfront land
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Wellington records more than 7000 sewage spills in five years
New data released to the Herald reveals the scale of the capital's water woes.
'Unfair': Dad exasperated by health system months after 4-year-old's death
Wellington hospitals are coming under pressure this winter with long wait times.
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Nicola Willis says politicians are always being scrutinised while out in public.
'Tragic:' Penguin pair mauled by dog
The two native penguins were killed at a Seatoun reserve.
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Wellington restaurant unfazed by backlash after mayor’s tipsy evening out
The Old Quarter's general manager said the eatery was still busy 'so who cares?'
Addiction counsellor escapes conviction for drink driving
Days later, he appeared on TV talking about being free from addiction.
Opinion: Capital punishment - tipsy mayor, unpaid bill and the reality about 'privacy'
OPINION: Right to a private life doesn't go very far when a mayor dines at a restaurant.
'People don’t know you': Christopher Luxon challenged by supporters
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'Tipsy' Tory Whanau denies asking 'do you know who I am' at restaurant
A waiter says the Wellington Mayor asked 'do you know who I am?' after being cut off.
Travel company that lost millions to crypto-trading received Covid wage subsidy
We Are Bamboo received thousands in wage subsidies from the Government.
Taxi driver's phone stolen, $27k taken through bank app
Several people received portions of the $27,000 stolen from the victim.
Man arrested after hotel staff threatened with weapon
Police say the arrest will bring peace of mind to the community.
SAFE slams sentence after bull left riddled with arrows in ‘depraved’ attack
Two men were discharged without conviction for the offending.
Wairarapa road blocked after truck rolls
The road between Featherston and Martinborough is closed.
Green light to get Wellington moving but Government cash not confirmed
Waka Kotahi says National Land Transport Fund can't pay for city's biggest projects.
No convictions after bull left alive, riddled with arrows
Both men pointed the finger at the other over the 'repugnant' offending.
Loafers Lodge fire: Boarding houses in spotlight after fatal fire
All boarding houses will need to be inspected and checked that they are fire safe.
Duped customers fuming after We Are Bamboo bosses blew cash on lavish living
Director Colin Salisbury was building a boat to sail the world in.
Wellington transport plan withstands fierce opposition, gets green light
Councillors stay the course after last-ditch attempt to withdraw from transport plan.
Man films indecent act with 'elderly family dog'
Videos of the act, along with thousands of exploitation materials were found on his phone.
Gone to the dogs? Hot chocolate challenge caters to pooches
This year's challenge has something for everyone - including the pets.
Artwork raises awareness of missing woman
Breanna Muriwai's disappearance is the inspiration for one art prize entry.
We Are Bamboo's crypto controversy 'gambling', investment experts believe
Experts have weighed in on the discovery, saying the funds should have been kept safe.
Name of former member of high-profile charitable organisation convicted for child exploitation material to remain secret
The man was a former member of a high-profile New Zealand charitable organisation.
Talented artist followed her heart and developed own style
Sonia Savage's artworks have wide appeal.
Kiwi travel company lost millions in customer funds on crypto-trading
Some of the money was also lost to fraudulent crypto-trading platforms.
Children watch from school as fire destroys their home
The family were at parent-teacher interviews when the house suddenly caught fire.
Townhouse residents 'gutted' over proposal to remove parking
Residents bought the townhouses with the understanding they could park on the street.