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Building fire in Wellington City
Emergency services attended a building fire in Wellington City. Video / NZ Herald
Editorial: Tory Whanau risking it all on a golden gamble
Months of road works will lead into this year's election.
Suspect you’re a narcissist? Here are the questions to ask yourself
What's the difference between healthy self-esteem and being a full-blown narcissist?
Watch: Auckland hosts Manu World Champs qualifiers, 7m platform erected in Viaduct
Over 1000 competitors have taken the plunge, with 90 securing their place in the final.
‘Give me everything you have’: Teen jailed for armed robbery spree
The judge allowed 60% in discounts for his youth, pleas, and remorse.
Driver who gave a gang member a lift was repaid with 18 punches, robbed of $1900
The victim was also kicked as he cowered on the ground and his car was damaged.
Police seize Wellington drug dealer’s 42-foot yacht and high-end art
Drugs were concealed in inner-city parking buildings and exchanged for cash.
Speed cameras out of action as NZTA takes over from police
The idle devices may be located in your area.
Auckland FC and Phoenix seek spots in new Oceania Professional League
The new OFC Professional League is being backed by millions from Fifa.
‘A lot of reminiscing’: Iconic choir’s final reunion in Tauranga
The choir performed for Queen Elizabeth, The Queen Mother, in Wellington.
'I am alive’: Teen rescued after waterfall disaster shares recovery from horror injuries
Maia Johnston has listed her horror injuries in an update video.
Treaty Principles Bill: Fears law would place near ‘impossible’ costs on council
Mayor voices opposition as justice committee set to hear 80 hours of oral submissions.
‘Can’t express the sadness’: Community mourns fatal bike crash
Locals urge reduced speed limits due to increased bike traffic.
Mid-air drama: ‘Disruptive passenger’ gets flight diverted; met by police on tarmac
A passenger on board said a woman had to be restrained.
Car teeters over harbour after driver moves cones at ferry terminal
A driver moved cones and drove onto an Interislander loading ramp.
Phil Gifford: The big selection questions ahead of opening weekend
OPINION: Injuries were a concern for many teams last year.
Mayoral hopeful urges speed limit cut after fatal cyclist crash
A cyclist died, and three were injured in a crash in Martinborough.
Ranked: New Zealand’s top 100 Super Rugby Pacific players
In an exercise that involved many drafts, we rank the top 100 NZ men's rugby players.
'Cheaper than roses': Jetstar launches Valentine's Day sale
The sale will last for just eight hours.
‘Serious safety risks’: Whanganui riverboat managers on youth antics
'The roof isn’t designed or made to hold human weight.'
Hawke’s Bay Tourism's survival rests with Napier council
Councils voice their disappointment in Hawke's Bay Regional Council.
‘Fantastic leadership’: Mayor supports saving Begonia House
Councillors will debate the Botanic Gardens greenhouse's future today.
UK visitor dead, three badly injured after car crashes into shared bike in Martinborough
The owner of the quadricycle told the Herald he was beside himself.
Michael Voss lines up alongside world’s top trail runners
The Tarawera Ultra-Trail, New Zealand's premier running event starts in Rotorua.
‘Completion, not competition’: Father-son duo tackle epic race
Gisborne-East Coast athletes were well represented in the Coast to Coast adventure race.
Manhunt continues for armed offender who pointed gun at cops, public
Police said he pointed a gun at a member of the public after pointing it at police.
Frontline mental health cash used for controversial fund
Money for frontline mental health was redirected to a $10m innovation fund
Just 573 families getting full $150 childcare tax credit
The Government said 21,000 are eligible.
New Golden Mile design revealed
Flyover footage shows what Wellington's Courtenay Place could look like. Video / Wellington City Council
Analysis: Golden Mile design revealed but Tory Whanau’s legacy on fragile ground
A contract has still not been signed for work to transform Courtenay Place.
Cameras on boats: Minister rails against ‘state surveillance’ in call against footage becoming public
Privacy appears at the heart of the Government's concerns.
Napier prepares for first Super Rugby game in four years
The last Super Rugby game in Napier attracted 9226 fans. Can the Bay beat that next week?
Why researching your home’s past could be easier than you think
The talk on February 20 will help people research their home's history.