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.
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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.
Bridges swept away, strong winds as wild weather heads north
A number of highways have been affected by the weather.
Analysis: Wellington's mayor decides to play high-stakes election game
Andy Foster is risking it all after 30 years on Wellington City Council.
Business confidence spirals to record low, 'damaging' staff shortages
Central New Zealand businesses cast gloomy outlook as inflation hits 7.3 per cent.
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.
Remutaka Hill road to close overnight for storm clean up
Waka Kotahi says road users will have to wait to be escorted over the hill.
Voting age appeal gets under way in Supreme Court
The group Make it 16 say their human rights have been breached.
Sky Stadium understaffed for biggest event in three years
The stadium would normally have about 1000 people working for an event like this.
'Dental disaster': Regulator didn't raise concerns over Wellington fluoride failure
Tamariki will likely bear the consequences, with a potential upswing in tooth decay.
Wellington man missing for six days found safe and well
The 33-year-old made transactions in Porirua and Paraparaumu on July 9.
7461 Covid cases today, 622 people in hospital - 'significant increase'
Cases, hospitalisations and deaths have been rising as the BA.5 strain gains ground.
9307 new Covid cases today, 22 deaths - another counting glitch reported
Yesterday a computer glitch caused case numbers to be overcounted by more than 4000.
School holidays to start with snow, rain and wind across NZ
Severe weather watches and warnings and Harbour Bridge speed limits reduced.
Snowy start to school holidays expected
Between 15cm and 25cm of snow is expected on State Highway 73's Arthur's Pass.
Wellington's water has been inadequately fluoridated for six years, review finds
A review has been made public after fluoride facilities were turned off last year.
Woman sentenced for New Year's stabbing
Judge said it was worrying she carried the knife in public and was prepared to use it.
'Stinky': Metre-long fish, dog poo found in recycling
Council workers also found dirty nappies, corn on the cob, and jandals in the recycling.
Philanthropist's 'extraordinary' $50m donation for mental health unit
The concentration camp survivor has made another large donation.
Watch: Wellington's new convention centre Tākina takes shape
The $179 million project is due to open in June next year.
Andy Foster announces Wellington mayoral bid on Newstalk ZB
His first term as mayor after decades of being a city councillor has proved challenging.