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New conviction for politician's attacker following Parliament riot
The man has a previous conviction for punching Green Party co-leader James Shaw.
'Aged Ardern' and 'Retired Robertson' depicted in new campaign
The campaign wants to call attention to the crisis of aged care.
Government announces $204m for Porirua housing development
The development will unlock 2000 more homes in eastern Porirua.
Man arrested after allegedly shooting neighbour
The victim remains in hospital recovering from a gunshot wound to the shoulder.
Opinion: Half-price fare scheme useless if buses don’t turn up
OPINION: Commuters resorting to paying for taxis and Ubers when their buses fail to show.
Seven with Youth Aid after allegedly stealing car, one passenger found in front footwell
Bystanders helped police track down offenders.
Psychiatrist to apologise for sending fundraising letters to patients
The director of the centre has apologised "unreservedly" for the letters.
Kiwis capture stunning images of 'Blood Moon'
The total lunar eclipse only comes around every 3 to 5 years.
Wellingtonians ditch buses for Uber amid transport crisis
One nurse had to pay for three Ubers in one week, putting a strain on her family's budget.
Greens and Labour clean up in Wellington mayor's committee appointments
A new super committee has also been created to tackle the city's infrastructure crisis.
'Extreme stretch' for travel firm to refuse refunds because of Covid - Consumer NZ
Hundreds of customers fear they've lost the thousands they paid for their holidays.
Six arrested after Palmerston North meth bust
The bust occurred at addresses in the city and in Auckland.
Runner winched to safety from Remutaka Forest Park
His personal locator beacon saved him from what could have been a precarious situation.
'Beyond common sense': Why Kiwi campsite is closing for Christmas
Council says 'verbal abuse' from anti-mandate protesters partly to blame for closure.
I used to be a climate change denier, a vaccine sceptic, anti-gay - what changed?
They once were climate change or vaccine skeptic, anti-homosexuality or abusive.Now what?
Kiwi travel firm closes, customers fear they'll lose thousands on pre-paid holidays
One loyal customer even had the company's logo tattooed on her wrist.
Man sentenced for scuffle that cost victim an eye
The judge said it wouldn't be appropriate to order emotional harm reparation.
Porirua teen inspired by some of the Pacific's greatest Tokelau musicians
Porirua teen Teve Gaualofa, 16, is hoping to release more music in the Tokelauan language.
Tropical cocktail: Thunderstorms, heavy rain, strong winds and humidity to blast NZ
Unusual warmth will be dished up across the country, with a side of wild weather.
Passenger rail protesters join select committee while blocking State Highway 1
Members of the protest group, Restore Passenger Rail, had plagued Wellington commuters.
Parliament lockdown avoided after report of gun in nearby car
Police did not find the firearm that almost prompted a Parliament lockdown.
'Absolute tragedy': Robertson defends health funding after boy's death
Sebby Chua's parents were repeatedly told their son was fine not long before he died.
Grieving parents' plea after 4-year-old son dies unexpectedly of tonsillitis complications
Sebby Chua's parents feel let down by two hospitals after their son's sudden death.
Mother's emotional plea to those who last saw missing daughter
'We love you bub and we're not giving up til you're home x Mum.'
Labour weekend road toll: Two killed in crashes in Wellington and Waikato
New Zealand is tracking towards having one of the highest road death tolls in a decade.
National ticketing system on the way for public transport
The National Ticketing Solution will be rolled out in stages, starting in Canterbury.
Labour weekend traffic: Congestion on Bombay Hills after crash, city clears
Police will be boosting their presence on roads this long weekend.
Lower Hutt killing: Police release photo of car
Police want help from the public to identify the car.
New photo of hit-and-run van released, police appeal to driver
Police understand the vehicle has after-market mag wheels.
'Incredible' memorial to police and civilian bravery opens in Porirua
Events in the memorial include the Aramoana massacre and Christchurch terror attacks.
