Prison cellmate rape trial: 'Show us the shank'
Man accused of raping his 18-year-old cellmate on multiple occasions.
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About 20,000 litres of wastewater was discharged before the overflow could be stopped.
Wellington councillors vote to sell Shelly Bay land for controversial project
Shelly Bay has tested the resolve of the social and cultural fabric of Taranaki Whānui.
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Prison rape trial: Defendant was already in jail for rape
Benjamin Goundar already had a history of violent sexual offending.
Peter Ellis appeal: New complainant comes forward
They have come forward decades after he was convicted of abusing kids at childcare centre.
A Capital Letter: Shelly Bay is the anchor around Wellington iwi's neck
Shelly Bay started with a cash-strapped iwi trying to get ahead and has ended up a fiasco.
Three people treated in hospital after eating spoiled fish from Hello Fresh meal
The trio took themselves to Hutt Valley DHB's emergency department after eating the fish.
Prison rape trial: Complainant 'withdrawn, scared'
The fellow inmate said the complainant was 'scared' of his cellmate.
Wellington councillor defends rent on 'affordable' apartments
Tenants' advocates say rent on new apartments reflects out-of-control housing market.
'Series of misunderstandings' allowed builder's apprentice to watch heart surgery
The student's flatmate observed the entirety of a three hour-plus cardiac bypass surgery.
Auditor General concludes Transmission Gully conflict of interest probe
Findings say NZTA and chairman Sir Brian Roche took reasonable steps to manage conflict.
Wellington's Airport Flyer saved but Hutt Valley misses out
Wellington Airport confirms new operator for bus service for airport travellers next year.
Man on trial for allegedly raping prison cellmate
Benjamin Goundar is accused of using violence and threats to force his cellmate to submit.
'Local workers lack stamina': Courgette grower to David Seymour
The courgette harvest crisis has taken Act leader David Seymour from town to the country.
Covid-19: Sigh of relief for towns as casual contact tests negative
The person was on same flight as infected Defence Force staffer, went to Kawhia meeting.
20,000-litre leak discovered as Wellington water consumption skyrockets
Leak detection key to lowering water consumption as regions looks to water metering.
The six locations in Auckland and Wellington that the new Covid-19 case visited
The person visited three eateries and a car rental shop at Auckland Airport.
Covid-19 case flew Auckland to Wellington on Thursday; 1300 Defence staff to work from home
Seventh time in just over three months that virus has been contracted in an MIQ facility.
Family of Kiwi filmmaker want industry change after sudden death
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Weather: Wet for most, chilly for the south
There's snow on the way for some alpine passes as a cold front hits the South Island.
Netball stars turn models for Tania Dalton Foundation fundraiser
Fashion shoot in support of good cause for Kiwi netball stars.
Revealed: Which DHBs have toughened cataract surgery thresholds
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Council leaves itself a loophole before Shelly Bay land sale vote
Documents released before vote over one of Wellington's most controversial developments.
Young man left 'cult' only to become 'slave' to older man
The defendant told police he hoped the blackmail would rekindle the relationship.
Ute tries to take late-night dip in a Wellington Bay
The vehicle went off the road just before 10pm last night.
Rookie lifeguard 'shaking' after saving life of drowning girl
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Rectal exams not standard practice for work assessments, tribunal hears
Lawyer argues you can't criticise doctor for his 'thorough approach'.
'One of the worst scenes': Kiwi teen brothers killed in Sydney crash
An early morning car chase in Sydney ended in tragedy for two Wellington teenagers
Insurance Council issues stark warning over Wellington's spatial plan
Densification of Wellington's CBD could leave thousands homeless in significant quake.
Wellington spatial plan called a 'childish wish for housing'
Residents clash over affordability and heritage in plan to house future Wellingtonians.
Killed cyclist's family speak of 'huge loss'
Khing Wong was writing a text message seconds before the fatal crash.
Woman felt 'taken advantage of' by doctor accused of unnecessary anal exams
Six witnesses spoke today about their experience of the alleged misconduct.
Councillors and mayors clash over Wellington Water review proposal
Colleagues say they're sick and tired of Upper Hutt Mayor Wayne Guppy's negative attitude.