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Lawyers remember Melvin Parun as an 'eccentric' and 'kind' man.
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Loafers Lodge fire: Developer says building regulations are tough enough
Ian Cassels says it's difficult to allow for unusual or extreme circumstances.
Hundreds of jobs facing the chop at Victoria University over forecast deficit
The university is forecasting a deficit of $33 million.
Loafers Lodge fire: Mayoral Fund paying for dentures, flights and 'everything that was lost'
City Missioner Murray Edridge said the money is making a huge difference.
Wellington fire: Wellingtonians invited to farewell Mike the Juggler
An open funeral will be held for Mike Wahrlich on Friday.
A Capital Letter: Loafers Lodge fire exposes shameful reality
Where do we think our transient community sleeps? Somewhere secure, clean, warm, and dry?
Wellington fire: Police identify three victims, release names
The three men were all in their 60s and one was known for his juggling.
Multiple investigations under way into beleagured Shiling cargo ship
Singaporean authorities are sending an investigator to Wellington.
Why do people commit arson? Expert answers
Not every arsonist wants to hurt people, university researcher Dr Nichola Tyler says.
Troubled Shiling cargo ship arrives in Wellington after mayday
The vessel could be seen near the entrance to the harbour this morning.
'Special and iconic': Mike the Juggler killed in Loafers Lodge fire
Tributes pour in for "always smiling" Wellington character killed in blaze.
'You want to fight?': Sentence for random train station attack
The victim had just had a family member die the day before he was randomly assaulted.
Auckland’s bus driver shortage almost halved
AT expects to return to operating reliable bus services by the end of September.
Police to remain at scene of fatal Loafers Lodge fire for most of the week
About 38 people displaced by the fire are receiving emergency housing support.
No fireworks for Wellington Matariki celebrations - but plenty more to enjoy
The firework-free ceremony is being celebrated by Wellington City councillors.
'Wild': Man tells of his rescue from roof of Loafers Lodge fire
'I shut my eyes for a minute and I'm back in that place.'
Watch: Countdown investigating after driver caught on camera running red light
The driver received 'instant karma' for the dangerous manoeuvre.
Loafers Lodge fire: Previous tenants had been vandalising property, resident says
The night of the fire the front door was broken, a resident said.
Shiling cargo ship being towed to Wellington, a 25-hour voyage
The vessel has been anchored at Tasman Bay since its mayday call.
Man arrested after 'headbutting' Wellington bus
The windscreen was damaged by multiple strikes.
Timeline of a tragedy: Wellington fire in pictures
When fire first broke out, nobody could imagine the horror that would unfold.
'No level of safety': Fire Service advised against Loafers Lodge building consent
Meanwhile, police have confirmed a fifth body has been recovered from the scene.
Police confirm four bodies removed from Loafers Lodge, one still inside
The Coroner has started working to identify those who have died.
Heavy police presence in Tawa after home invasion, 'shots fired'
The incident occurred last night.
'Monstrous' - Wellington man filmed child in shower for chatroom users jailed
Nigel Adams admitted what he'd done and told police it was "disgusting and illegal".
'Could that be us?': Probe into buildings similar to Loafers Lodge
The city council says it will provide information as soon as it can.
Hostel fire: Hearse arrives as police recover two bodies
The probe into the suspected arson is in its third day, total deaths remain unconfirmed.
Woman recalls 'shameful' conditions at Loafers Lodge
The woman said she moved her brother out of the hostel as soon as she could.
Rough seas forecast amid preparations to tow troubled Shiling cargo ship
Winds are expected to pick up from Friday evening.
Police expect to recover bodies from Loafers Lodge today
Police will be back inside the building today for the scene examination.
Wellington fire: We shouldn’t wait for tragedy to address known risks
Rules around sprinklers aren’t the only area of our building legislation to worry about.
Loafers Lodge director says building had monthly service checks by fire technicians
Gregory Mein says they engaged the appropriate experts to make sure building was in order.
Fraudster's gold scheme foiled by postie
Wayne Thomas Patterson sought revenge against the postman after the scheme failed.
Loafers Lodge fire: Police treating blaze as arson and seeking suspects
Police have launched a homicide inquiry after the fatal fire in Wellington.