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Wellington Water temporarily turns off another fluoridation facility
The facility was turned back on within 24 hours after consultation with health authorities
Cancer-free after boogie board blow led to shock diagnosis
Sean Rush was holidaying with family in Ōpōtiki before his life totally changed this year.
Interislander down to just one passenger ship
The disruption is due to work being carried out on the Aratere and Kaitaki.
Levin man, 73, found safe and well
Pereka may be seeking a ride to Wellington and saying that he needs to go there for work.
Wellington mayoralty: Paul Eagle shows his hand
Campaign launch turnout shows Eagle has clearly been doing the groundwork for months.
Wellington property owners stung with double the average rates increase
About 27,000 property owners will have to fork out for a more than 15 per cent increase.
Paul Eagle announces key policies for Wellington mayoral bid
The mayoral hopeful wants a City Development Authority and a world class arts precinct.
Beloved boat 'in pieces' after Wellington's wild weather
The boat was washed into the side of the road, leaving it with holes in the hull.
Elderly woman blown over by wind praises public
Geraldine Sims was blown over earlier this week in a gust of Wellington wind.
Home evacuated after dramatic slip in Lower Hutt
The residents have now been allowed back into their home.
Gale force southerly slams Wellington - rips wing mirror off car
The wild weather has grounded flights, flooded streets, and torn the roof off a cafe.
Woman's compensation quest for pothole damage reaches Minister's office
She lost a hub cap and the car's wheel rim was bent.
Northbound lane blocked on State Highway 1 in Wellington following crash
Emergency services were called about midday.
Comment: Wellington fluoride failure a scandal in a league of its own
Surely someone spared a thought for fluoridation's oral health benefits? Apparently not.
Act says second Mt Vic tunnel is Auckland cycle bridge all over again
It's estimated 6,000 people will use a new dedicated walking and cycling tunnel per day.
Wellington 'out of step' with only one special voting booth
Other main centres have planned several locations for special voting in local elections.
Bridges swept away, strong winds as wild weather heads north
A number of highways have been affected by the weather.
Business confidence spirals to record low, 'damaging' staff shortages
Central New Zealand businesses cast gloomy outlook as inflation hits 7.3 per cent.
Analysis: Wellington's mayor decides to play high-stakes election game
Andy Foster is risking it all after 30 years on Wellington City Council.
Wellington councillor to become Labour President
Day certain as President as no other candidates named at party's annual conference.
Fifty businesses get payouts after 'devastating' Parliament protest
The money comes from a $1.2 million fund to recognise the severe disruption caused.
Antibiotics during pregnancy and asthma in children linked - Kiwi study
Results were consistent regardless of which trimester the antibiotics were prescribed.
Prisoner launches apple at bird before stomping it to death
"This was a dumb thing to do," Judge Andrew Nichols told the prisoner.
Wellington's cycleway stoush settled outside of court
Earlier this year construction was halted until a full judicial review hearing was held.
Wellington Zoo welcomes five new primates just in time for holidays
"All of the parents can come with their little monkeys to look at our little monkeys."
Man charged with wounding after Ōtaki firearm incident
Police said the victim managed to escape through a window.
'Anti-fluoride' request prompted investigation into failing facilities
The situation was described as ironic by one Wellington Water staff member.
Wellington mayor Andy Foster's luggage lost on way to Canberra
The mayor says he might have to squeeze in a shopping trip in between meetings.
Ambulance failed to arrive for 'badly' injured pregnant woman
The woman was knocked unconscious when she hit her head and fell on her stomach.
Kāinga Ora eyes fast-tracked development for Wellington light rail line
It comes as spiralling construction costs have led to a debt blowout at the agency.
All Blacks vs Ireland: 70 offers to help under-staffed stadium
Stadium boss says the response has been phenomenal.
Tenancy spat: Senior constable asked to move out of his police-owned home
The constable had lived in the house since 2009. Police wanted it for a new officer.
Heads yet to roll at Wellington Water despite fluoride failure
Water in the region has been inadequately fluoridated for six years.