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The watchdog says Bluebridge potentially misrepresented consumers’ rights to compensation.
Man’s body found in Wellington Harbour
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Editorial: Tory Whanau’s smart business move after Reading failure
OPINION: It's a win the mayor needed after the controversial cinema deal collapsed.
Firefighter will 'never forget' amount of blood at murder scene
The firefighter was told it was a medical call, but arrived to find Tongia dead.
Ryman Healthcare selling controversial former university campus after profit plummets
The Ministry of Education transferred the land to the university for just $10 in 2014.
First XV rugby wrap: St Kent's pip King's, code wars return
St Kentigern edged ahead in a gripping contest between two previously unbeaten teams.
Wellington council pleads for patience over ‘appalling’ lack of punctual train services
Metlink data shows trains arrive at stations punctually less than a quarter of the time.
Chiefs playmaker Naitoa Ah Kuoi re-signs until 2026
Ah Kuoi played his 50th game for the Gallagher Chiefs this season.
Shot in the back while sleeping: Four women on trial for murder
The killing is said to be revenge for an earlier assault.
Man overboard in Wellington Harbour: Ferry company undertaking internal review
Police launch Lady Elizabeth IV has been seen searching at the tip of Miramar Peninsula.
'Hypocritical': Consultant being paid to investigate Wellington's long tunnel
It comes after National promised to end Labour’s 'gravy train' of consultant spending.
'Her death must not be in vain': Parents speak ahead of inquest into uni student's party death
The family of Sophia Crestani are still heartbroken more than four years after her death.
Navy assist in search for unidentified man missing in Wellington Harbour
Up to 14 vessels and a rescue helicopter scoured Wellington Harbour on Friday.
‘In everyone’s best interests’: Greens push for end to Darleen Tana investigation
A key witness hasn’t been interviewed as part of independent review into allegations.
Mayday calls and cancelled ferries: Government considers emergency towing options
There is no emergency towing vessel on standby in NZ to help large ships in strife.
Wellington Water admits overlooking $51m budget error
Upper Hutt mayor said he was 'not surprised' by the latest debacle.
800-plus jobs slashed at Ministry of Social Development and DOC
MSD previously announced 200 voluntary redundancies were accepted last month.
Portrait of Māori climate activist wins $20k art prize
Artist Maryanne Shearman said she wanted to paint someone who deserved to be painted.
Sharesies, Willis Bond, Yu Mei: Who’s who in Tory Whanau’s new business group
Business high flyers to advise the mayor directly as capital braces for disruptive change.
Rapist appeals conviction saying he wasn’t given medication during his trial
Scott Thompson raped a woman hours after beating her. Now he's appealing his conviction.
Why Kiri Allan never had to go to court for careless driving case
The former Justice Minister was sentenced on two charges after the crash.
Orchardist’s rapid football rise from reserve team to the National League
George Andrew had a whirlwind 2023 on and off the pitch - and he's firing for 2024.
Kiri Allan sentenced on crash, refusing to go with police
The former Justice Minister's trial has been called off at the last minute.
Developer looks to bring heritage-inspired townhouses to Auckland, Wellington
Christchurch's Brooksfield has already got offers in on potential sites in Auckland.
'Visual insult': Residents outraged after squiggly line painted along walkway
A council staff member said a contractor had been trialling a new machine.
Uncomfortable going for lunch: Stats NZ abandons Auckland CBD office amid safety concerns
Staff have been told there is 'no expectation' to attend the office in-person.
Addict who claimed chemicals for repainting cars jailed for making ‘fantasy’ drug
Harry Penman bought almost a thousand litres of bulk resin remover to make GBL.
Top prosecutor's breaches in murder case revealed
One breach included asking police to omit information from a job sheet after a meeting.
Sean Plunket v Ani O’Brien: Round two of employment dispute
The Platform's former head of digital claims she was unfairly dismissed.
'Feel lied to': Council floats Khandallah Pool closure amid 18 per cent rates hike
Residents wonder what their rates are paying for if not community facilities.
Extension of quake-prone building deadlines a 'godsend' - but is it safe?
Government steps in as property owners struggle to raise capital to undertake works.
Kiri Allan to go on trial this week for crash incident, refusing to accompany police
Allan says she is testing a grey area in the law.
Simon Bridges' 120km/h-plus speeding fine considered during NZTA chair appointment
Bridges currently chairs New Zealand Transport Agency Waka Kotahi.