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'Potentially a thorny issue': Parents discouraged from seeking childcare vaccination status
A Wellington childcare centre said it was 'inappropriate' to request this information.
'Significant delays' on SH1 after Kapiti Coast crash
It's expected to cause serious delays in both directions.
'Rolling with the punches': Wellington to remain at Delta level 2
The last positive case of Covid-19 in the Wellington community was 10 days ago.
'Ghost town': Covid restrictions impact Wellington hospitality industry
Under the current restrictions, cafes and restaurants can only have 50 people at a time.
Patient stole hospital swipe card at Wellington ED amid security concerns
At 4.30am on July 8 a patient stole a hospital swipe card to exit Wellington ED.
Aucklanders in lockdown face anxious wait ahead of Cabinet decision
Cabinet's decision may come down to how many unlinked cases are being found.
Auckland lockdown future still unclear after rise in cases - experts
Case information from the weekend will be essential to Cabinet's decision on Monday.
Wild weather: Severe thunderstorms hit Auckland, Northland
Heavy rain blew through many areas in Northland and Auckland.
Person dies after being hit by car in Matamata
The car struck the person on Waharoa Rd East, which runs parallel to State Highway 27.
Middlemore not unique: Hospitals lack isolation space for patients awaiting Covid test results
"They have to put them somewhere, they can't just put them back in the community."
Wellington City Council forecasts $7m Covid-19 shortfall
City councillor warns the cost could balloon as not many people have returned to the CBD.
50km/h speed limit across Auckland harbour bridge
The Wellington region is under a strong wind warning until at least 7pm today.
Wellington couple claiming $400k Lotto win are 'absolutely buzzing'
"We sat there staring at the screen in disbelief. It was the most surreal moment."
Vice-Chancellor behind Victoria University's controversial name change retires
Grant Guilford has emailed staff and students to say he will be retiring in March.
'Pointless death': Police investigating possible charges in fatal Shelly Bay crash
Two other teenagers were injured in the crash.
Sexual assault survivors fear men will slip through the cracks after support organisation closure
"I'm scared for my fellow survivors ... Where will we go now?"
Covid casualty: Wellington's Prefab cafe folds, staff given notice
Delta level 2 rules prove too restrictive for Prefab to reopen.
'Devastating decision': World of Wearable Arts cancelled
Chief executive says they needed to face the reality that the risks are just too high.
One dead, two injured after car rolls onto rocks in Wellington
The two injured people were transported to hospital with critical and serious injuries.
Supply chains under pressure: Interislander down to one ferry due to maintenance
KiwiRail says it's unlucky timing and an unprecedented situation.
Iconic Wellington waterfront slide turned into firewood chute
The slide hosted first dates and sneaky pashes, but it also broke young children's legs.
Domestic air travel resuming under level 2 but not to full capacity
Even flights to and from locked-down Auckland have been increased.
Live: Return 2 work; Middlemore Hospital infection case questions
The Auckland region remains the only part of New Zealand in level 4 lockdown.
Mysterious long tunnel won't see the light of day in Wellington transport plan
A long tunnel between the Terrace Tunnel and Kilbirnie has been rejected.
Teen killed on road at Manunui named by police
Tama Scott was hit by a car and died at the scene.
One dead after two-vehicle crash in Manawatū overnight
Police were alerted to the crash on Rangitikei Line at Newbury, shortly before 8.30pm.
Quiet venues, mandatory masks: Wellington reopens to a post-Delta level 2
Some venues will be operating at just ten 10 cent capacity under level 2.
Arrest made after aircon units for Wellington Hospital damaged in suspicious fire
A 22-year-old woman has been arrested on an arson charge.
Wild weather: Severe gales, heavy rain and snow throughout the week
Winds up to 140km/h are possible in some places.
Crash blocks SH1 at Johnsonville on last day of alert level 3
Travellers heading into Wellington have met with heavy traffic.
Wellington businessman says new level 2 a 'million times more difficult'
There is a new limit of 50 people at hospitality and event venues under alert level 2.
Police locate stolen firearms, dramatic arrest made in Wellington's CBD
Police inquiries continue after a firearm was discharged in Upper Hutt.