Forecourt tragedy: Gas station staff tried to save man found dead in car
Motorist ran into store pleading for help for companion in car.
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Newtown death not suspicious, police say
Police initially were treating the death as "unexplained".
Troubled cargo ship Shiling being towed after mayday call
Yesterday's breakdown was the fourth in less than a year.
'Should never have happened': Worker lost toe tips in caustic soda, firm fined $242k
A pool of what the worker thought was water began to eat away at his skin.
Court orders pensioner protester to be fitted with ankle bracelet
John Tovey was arrested three times and allegedly breached his bail conditions twice.
Wellington brothel owner sentenced for tax evasion
Zhi Rong Zhou pleaded guilty in August.
‘Drifting in rolling seas’: Tugboat reaches cargo ship after mayday call
It's the fourth time in a year the ship has encountered troubles.
Homicide investigation: Police launch probe after man dies in hospital
Police probe man's death after late night incident.
New motorways reduce serious injury or death by more than a third
An existing state highway north of Wellington has been labelled a 'killing field'.
Can AI make art? Artwork by machine makes award shortlist
The artwork was made with AI and Photoshop, the artist said.
Police station staffing debate highlights concern about lack of frontline support
More than half of stations in several districts hadn’t received more staff.
Shelly Bay: Mana whenua wins ‘crucial’ ruling in Māori Land Court
Applicants claim the true ownership remains with the members of Taranaki Whānui.
Winner of Mother’s Day ‘pamper pack’ surprised to not receive laundry products
The woman entered for her mother who was 'gutted' to only get chocolates.
Opinion: Why language is so profoundly important to me
Taieri MP Ingrid Leary shares her love of language and a special connection to Rotuma.
Stay ‘ruthless’: Coach’s call to players as they hunt crucial wins
As football's Central League heats up, Napier City Rovers seek move up points table.
Dire Strait: Passengers waited 5 hours on the phone to Interislander
KiwiRail boss says the pressure point for the ferry cancellations was managing passengers.
MetService homeless as quake-stengthening bill soars
Construction would have cost more than $20 million.
Airfare war: Jetstar launches cut-price domestic flights
The low-cost carrier made the announcement after Air NZ was accused of price gouging.
Two stolen cars used in daytime robbery of Wellington Michael Hill Jeweller store
Jewellery and hammers were thrown from one of the stolen cars in a police chase.
Breast cancer screening delays may have harmed patients
Up to 10 women have been impacted by breast cancer screening delays.
Weather: Severe thunderstorms could hit Wellington, Kāpiti
The storm is likely to bring extremely heavy rain which can cause flash flooding.
From ferries to trains, KiwiRail’s reputation is seriously damaged
The issue of eroding trust was flagged in a ministerial briefing earlier this year.
Bad news for beer-drinkers: CO2 costs ‘through the roof’ for local craft brewery
Garage Project warns it may need to pass higher costs onto customers.
Large pod of dolphins in Oriental Bay, Wellington delights onlookers
One witness estimated the pod had about 100 dolphins.
Wellington City Council’s falling streetlight issue was managed inadequately - review
The process used to identify and escalate faults was 'siloed and ineffective'.
Fifty kiwi released into the hills above Wellington
The birds were welcomed by Taranaki Whānui at a pōwhiri at Pipitea Marae at sunrise.
Watch: Flatmates' disgusting find inside Whittaker's chocolate block
They went to enjoy their block of chocolate. Instead, they got a nasty surprise.
Sex offender not guilty of raping cellmate
Benjamin Nilesh Goundar has gone through four trials for the alleged offences.
Police ask for help identifying Wellington water whirler wilful damage suspects
The sculpture was damaged on April 23.
Wellington primary school closed after slip cuts off water supply
Te Aro School is hoping to open on Tuesday.
Up to 1000 homes without water in Porirua
The area has been without water since last night.