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Opinion: Ferry flop - Govt reveals it still hasn't sorted its ship out
OPINION: What has the Govt been doing in the year since it cancelled the mega-ferries?
Police seek CCTV of fatal Lower Hutt shooting as hunt for large tattooed man continues
Police say they are hunting for a large, heavily tattooed man accused of the shooting.
'No cure for foolishness:' Man who sold stolen property online was 'a bit of a fool'
Abhinav Dutt's lawyer said his offending was very much out of character.
'Bring them home': Tensions as pro-Israel and pro-Palestine rallies meet
Pro-Palestine and pro-Israel marches converge at Parliament, each with around 500 protesters.
Fatal Lower Hutt shooting victim was former gang president
The parties involved all knew each other, the police say.
How a Kāpiti environmental project became a model for iwi collaboration
More than 22,000 riparian plants and 100,000 natives planted in Waikanae River catchment.
Wellington cafe fire prompts overnight evacuation of residents
Seven fire trucks battle blaze at Beach Babylon; cause under investigation.
D-day for Interislander, Government to reveal new Cook Strait ferries
The Government has promised the plan will be cheaper than the cancelled mega-ferries.
Public servants offered support to retire or move to Australia amid job cuts
An internal document describes retirement as 'your next work-life balance adventure'.
Is the Basin Reserve still the home of NZ cricket?
Mike Thorpe examines its major contender.
Sixty-six cars to be stacked 20 levels high at new apartment block
Car parks will be sold on a 'first come, first served' basis for $50,000 each.
Watch: Homicide investigation launched after man shot dead in Lower Hutt
Witnesses say bystanders tried to perform CPR on the man but he died a short time later.
'Implausible, even fanciful:' Judge's reaction to man's claims he didn't know goods were stolen
Police seized 6000 stolen items after executing search warrants in Operation Trump Card.
KiwiRail to upgrade Ava bridge, closing walkway for safety
KiwiRail to close Lower Hutt bridge walkway from February 24 for safety upgrades.
Esteemed Wellington restaurant closing, new owner planning 'refresh'
It's hoped the new venue will 'bring the vibrancy back'.
Justice Joe Williams celebrates marae's revival at Victoria University
Te Tumu Herenga Waka marae reopens at Victoria Uni after three years, with new building Ngā Mokopuna
'Ready for our next chapter': Wellington to lose another restaurant
Owners say they have missed their children terribly after working so many nights.
Michael Vaughan: Why it's time to play four-day test cricket
OPINION: 'Bazzballers' have changed cricket, the fifth day is costing the game too much.
Aussie diplomat's partner may not be allowed diversion for assault charge
Something had 'upset the apple cart' with police considering withdrawing the offer.
'Outstanding' bakery announces closure a week after winning top award
'Everything you make is superb! This is such a loss.'
NZDF performers celebrate 20 years of Te Kōnohete in Wellington
NZDF rōpū performs at Te Kōnohete, honours Māori battalions with waiata and haka
Gale force winds batter Wellington: Boat wrecked, flights cancelled
MetService warns that up to 110mm of rain could fall in the Tararua Range area.
Govt to announce future of Cook Strait ferries after year of uncertainty
ANALYSIS: Ministers have promised a cheaper alternative to KiwiRail's mega ferries.
Andrew Alderson: The key component that cost the Black Caps
OPINION: One key component effectively cost the Black Caps the game.
'It has been tough': Battling Blundell hits hundred in record home loss
Fighting for form – if not his spot – Tom Blundell struck a counter-attacking ton.
England beat Black Caps with two days to spare in second test
The Black Caps have fallen to another big defeat.
'I need to do this': Rhys Darby's going back to his roots
Darby says people still want to hold 'band meetings' with him.
Still unbeaten: Auckland FC hold off Wellington Phoenix in Kiwi derby
If you wanted a recipe for the best rivalry in New Zealand sport, this is it.
Andrew Alderson: Three selection questions the Black Caps must answer
OPINION: The squad is unlikely to change next week in Hamilton, but conundrums loom.
Auckland FC beat Wellington Phoenix
How the action unfolded in Auckland FC's 2-1 win.
Bumbling Black Caps headed for series loss
New Zealand began the day by being rolled for 125 and ended it leaking a few more.
England lead Black Caps by 533 at stumps on day two
The Black Caps look to hit back in the second test.
Pregnant mum discovers toddler has advanced cancer after tummy pain complaint
Magnus has a 38% chance of survival and will soon start chemotherapy.