False rape complaint follows break up
The woman laid a fake rape complaint after the victim broke up with her.
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Jail for $5.25 million meth supply
Two meth suppliers have been sentenced over the sale of more than $5 million of the drug.
Cooks Global Foods' big plans for coffee brand Mojo
NZX-listed Cooks Global Foods will acquire coffee brand Mojo for $19 million.
Wreckage after driver flees police
Two vehicles were damaged after a collision in Lower Hutt.
Construction leaders' bleak view of sector
Forum in Wellington calls for building industry to work together to solve issues.
Lions fan's lost property turns up a year later
Lions fan's Kiwi hosts make welcome discovery while cleaning out their basement.
Teachers: New offer needed to end strikes
Teachers hope their first strike in 23 years will spark a new offer from Government.
Te Papa unleashes dinosaurs and monsters
Kids can explore the interactive new exhibitions at Te Papa from Saturday.
Child injured after being hit by a car
A child has been rushed to hospital after being hit by a car.
Controversial Quinovic ad pulled; franchisee censured
It followed an ad suggesting if tenants could afford to drink they were not paying enough.
Teachers' strike today: School's out - All you need to know
Thousands of families face disruptions nationwide today as teachers strike.
Peter Jackson's movie museum canned
Jackson and Wellington City Council called it a "mutually-agreed parting of the ways".
Kiwi killed by mystery Spitfire crash
British historian seeks details on Kiwi pilot killed when Spitfires were still new.
Get ready for the teachers' strike: Up to 10,000 to march in Auckland streets
Primary teachers say their third strike in 135 years is sparked by a "crisis" in teaching.
Study: Radioactive sheep point to nuclear blast
Radiation from sheep thyroid glands is said to support nuclear explosion contention.
National hikoi diverts to Whanganui manufacturing site
Anti-1080 protesters converge on a Whanganui manufacturing site.
What a coincidence - six couples celebrate 60 years together
All are living at Summerset retirement village.
'Overwhelming' response to toiletries drive
Hundreds of products have been donated for people who can't afford them.
Haumaha bullying claims: Three women leave police HQ
Three women on joint justice project allege Wally Haumaha left them "disillusioned".
Man trades alcohol for sexual act with teen
The man was looking for a quick "release" from the stress of his life, his lawyer said.
Wellington aims to be first predator-free capital
In ten years 30,000ha of the city could be free from rats, stoats, and possums.
Rapist imprisoned for offending from the 60s
The man committed a number of rapes and indecent assaults more than 50 years ago.
'No means no': Student's inspiring open letter on sexual consent
"Can anything be done to stop this from happening again?" This student has the answer.
Moment All Blacks great was found slumped behind wheel at McD's drive-thru
Weepu had ordered his food, but passed out drunk at the wheel before he could receive it.
Weepu's drink-drive shame at McDonald's drive-thru
Former rugby star found slumped over the wheel in early morning food run.
Entertainer to appeal suppression ruling
Name suppression was lifted today after three months, but the man still cannot be named.
Wine judge talks pros and cons of the job
The judges are careful to give full respect to each wine they taste.
Millions being spent to make Welly resilient
Money is pouring in from different areas to help Wellington become more resilient.
Cheap sensors allow people to test heat of homes
The charity wants more people to be aware of how healthy their home is.
Jacinda Ardern arrives in Wellington with baby Neve
Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has arrived in Wellington with baby Neve.
Power outage in Wellington hits 12,000 people
The power outage is affecting more than 12,000 people.
End of the Great War (exhibition): Plug pulled on Sir Peter Jackson project
National war museum plans binned as taxpayers face $13m bill to disassemble exhibition.
Police seek victim of late-night robbery
Social media footage appears to show the man being assaulted and robbed.