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Fleeing driver ploughs through school grounds
The driver crashed through the gates and then continued across the grounds.
'Beware': Sinister warning at torched property linked to Breanna Muriwai mystery
‘Suspicious fire’ at property connected to unsolved case.
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Bluebridge ferry towed into Wellington after losing power, drifting in Cook Strait
There were 88 people on board at the time.
‘He could be anywhere’: Search for missing Upper Hutt man Bret Hill continues
Hill, 50, was last seen at 5.30pm on Sunday on Hillside Drive, Māoribank.
PM says tunnel option to replace Wellington’s Mt Victoria tunnel is “a really attractive option”
Prime Minister Christopher Luxon says the long-tunnel option to replace Wellington’s Mt Victoria tunnel is “a really attractive option”.
Wellington train delays worsen as staff strike for new contract
Industrial action has been impacting trains, causing delays and overcrowding.
Christopher Luxon says Wellington mega-tunnel a ‘really attractive’ option
Luxon spoke with Newstalk ZB’s Wellington Mornings host Nick Mills.
Taxi drivers suspended from Wellington Airport after using parents' room to heat meals
The airport warned drivers not to use the parents' room for privacy and hygiene reasons.
Editorial: Wellington Mayor Tory Whanau's financial admission fails to relate
OPINION: Whanau selling her car to help pay the bills was surprising, but not relatable.
Pride of the Bay: What National League spot means to homegrown Napier City Rovers powerhouse
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Woman who assaulted journalist outside court sent to jail
Judge: 'Journalists must do their job without fear of being assaulted.'
Supreme Court rejects Beca appeal over demolished Wellington BNZ
Beca failed in the High Court and the Court of Appeal so took matters to Supreme Court.
Developer walks away from iconic Wellington site
Despite years of searching, no tenant has been found for Oriental Bay's Band Rotunda.
Dignity and reputation: Police defend heavy redactions in Kiri Allan file
Police say the redactions are in line with Ombudsman guidelines for privacy.
'Feeling the crunch': Tory Whanau sells car to help pay the bills
The mayor says she's also made “adjustments to her lifestyle” due to the cost of living.
Tory Whanau on the cost of living crisis
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Eatery at heart of Wellington's political scene opening new venue
The cafe popular with public servants was the scene of a career-ending scandal.
Bondage & discipline trial: Fiancée describes strangulation with another man
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Wellington co-working office space company Digital Nomad in liquidation
Digital Nomad operates in nine locations in the Wellington CBD.
Wellington rates to jump another $3k: See what you'll be paying by 2028
Wellington households on average saw their rates bill jump by $1000 or 21% this year.
31 dogs snatched from Northland end up in Wellington: Police, SPCA investigating
Thirty-one dogs and puppies were unlawfully taken from a Whangārei property.
5.5m teardrop sculpture to be built near Wellington waterfront
Large teardrop-shaped sculpture, will 'invite viewers to seek it out'.
Police file reveals new details from Kiri Allan’s career-ending crash
Photos, statements and notebook entries have been released under the OIA.
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Beam scooters banned from operating in Wellington
The company broke its fleet cap in the capital.
Wellington council considering $1500 grants to struggling businesses
One councillor suggested the fund was 'not meaningful'.
Man arrested after Wellington convention centre's windows smashed
Several buildings have had windows damaged in the early morning vandalism spree.
Editorial: Positive change afoot but will Wellington businesses survive to see it?
OPINION: The mayor says the next 10 years will reshape the city.