Double tragedy for Wellington mum after father dies within days of son
Otto John Rasch died on Tuesday morning, three days after his grandson's funeral.
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Govt eyes public-private partnerships in future of Wellington port
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Treasury evacuated in Wellington after basement fire, staff told to go home
Motorists have been asked to avoid the area.
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Van crashes into store across from Wellington Central Police Station
The road is closed from Willeston St to Harris St.
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Green backlash as Wellingtonians vote in 'centrist' councillor
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Former top public servant and raconteur dies - but he leaves great work stories
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'I'm sorry': Wellington council backtracks on pool and library cuts
One resident was brought to tears during the marathon council meeting.
Wairarapa man jailed for possessing, importing child sexual abuse material
The man appeared at Wellington District Court today where he was sentenced.
'Perfect storm': KiwiRail reveals what led to mega ferry cost blowout
KiwiRail has also issued a stark warning about the state of Cook Strait's infrastructure.
Two students expelled from school after brutal attack
Two students involved in an attack on another student have been excluded from school.
KiwiRail fronts select committee amidst rail rage and ferry fury
KiwiRail bosses will face up to three hours of questioning.
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Wellington dips into storage lakes as water shortage looms
Wellington is past the highest-risk period although there are still hot, dry weeks ahead.
Wellington City Council cost crunch - what's on the chopping block today?
Swimming pool and library hours could be reduced to cut costs.
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Auckland's trains and hot tracks: Is it 'overkill' or necessary?
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