'Protect our tāonga': Injunction fails at Māori Land Court
A Scottish memorial site for a drowned whaler is at the heart of the injunction.
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Maritime NZ raised safety concerns before ferry mayday call
Issues were raised with KiwiRail in the months before Kaitaki lost power in Cook Strait.
Owners of dog that bit elderly woman dispute story
The couple said they were holding the dog when woman approached to pat it without asking.
‘Opportunity squandered’: Lawyer struck-off, fined $140k after taking client’s money
Lawyer Alwyn O'Connor used a client’s money as his 'own personal credit facility'.
Gang members arrested for ramming cop car
The men allegedly threw metallic objects at the police car during the pursuit.
Man arrested after fleeing police with woman and child in car
The man assaulted two police officers while being handcuffed.
Run dry: Wellington facing boil water notices this summer
OPINION: Severe restrictions only avoided this year due to Cyclone Gabrielle rainfall.
Elderly dog attack victim with dementia needs multiple surgeries for broken bones, tendons
The elderly woman with dementia was left to fend for herself after dog attack.
Air Force plans Spitfire flypast for centenary celebration
Spitfire will take off from Ōhakea and fly to Wellington before returning north.
Man with weapon threatened hotel staff in aggravated robbery
He demanded money before leaving in a dark-coloured station wagon.
Loafers Lodge survivor's haunting choice
Faamatala Sili jumped out of his window and fell two storeys to escape the fire.
All hail Wellington, our cycling capital
Bright ideas that make cities better: The Bloomberg cycling awards.
Brian Tamaki called out over false claims The Warehouse is selling puberty blockers
Warehouse says it is not selling puberty blockers or any prescription medicines.
Councillor accused of racism for comments on Chinese garden
Councillor Nicola Young made the comments during yesterday's meeting.
Let’s Get Wellington Moving: Councillors slam bus lane plan
Councillor says transport plan has forgotten about the 40,000 people who live in the east.
Whangārei Boys’ High claims six awards at national Shakespeare competition
Northland students enjoyed great onstage success at the Sheilah Winn Shakespeare Festival.
High-profile prisoner accused of fraud will keep name secret for now
The man argued publishing his name would prejudice his right to a fair trial.
Sultans of spin: The public relations industry power list
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Building fire at Wellington’s Shelly Bay suspicious, police reveal
Police said the building was unoccupied and the power was not connected.
Manchester City age-grader the perfect 10 for Napier City Rovers
A former Premier League hopeful is lighting up New Zealand Football's Central League.
Wellington's 1000 affordable apartment units target in doubt
A councillor says the programme has run out of puff.
Roadblock for companies suing aluminium panel manufacturers
Companies allege Alucobond aluminium panels are unsafe and pose a fire risk.
Who would you call first if you won Lotto?
The man stared at his phone for 20 minutes after discovering he'd won.
Scene guard to remain at warehouse fire in Shelly Bay
Neighbours warned of asbestos threat.
Opinion: Wellington's Mayor needs a win, hints one is coming
Tory Whanau's election honeymoon is over after eight months in the city's top job.
Tama Potaka: There were only 3 sports you could play — rugby, rugby or rugby
National's Tama Potaka likes to keep physically and mentally agile.
Loafers Lodge fire: Man in court on five murder charges
The man accused of killing five people in the Loafers Lodge fire last month has appeared.
Significant delays expected after serious crash on Kāpiti Coast
The crash happened near the restaurant Fisherman's table.
Wellington wins global prize and $650k for controversial cycleways
Wellington’s Paneke Pōneke bike network plan increases 23km of cycleways to 166km.
‘I despair’: Seventh councillor has no confidence in Wellington transport plan
The $7.4b transport plan is shaping up to be an election issue in the capital.
Half a century of service awarded with Queen's Service Medal
Rod Graham has been active in the art and education communities for more than 50 years.
Volunteer recognised for environmental and community efforts
Dianne Buchan has been a volunteer all her life and has received a Queen's Service Medal.
Decades of work in the disability sector leads to prestigious honour
John Taylor has been dedicated to the disability sector for more than 35 years.
‘No one should be exploited at work’: Strippers meet with MPs
“Hopefully, it can inspire other contractors to realise that they can demand better."