Witness intimidated with throat-cutting gesture outside court
Throat-slitting gesture 'happens all the time', defence lawyer said, but judge disagreed.
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'Cheap politics': Labour fires back at Nicola Willis over ferry budget blowout
Labour finance spokesman Grant Robertson sheds more light on KiwiRail's ferry conundrum.
Young dad dies of asphyxia by sand while walking along beach
Andre Bradshaw died doing what he loved, going to the beach with his 2yo daughter.
‘KiwiRail must be s***ting themselves’: Cook Strait ferry cost blowout lands with Nicola Willis
KiwiRail's top brass have already met twice with Finance Minister about project.
West Coast gains $35m Wētā Workshop epic: Pounamu Path tourist trail opens
Māwhera Pā in Greymouth is the first stop on a four-part cinematic, historic route.
Hundreds join Brian Tamaki for pro-Israel rally
It's the third protest this week in the capital.
Teen smoked '20 bongs’ before killing pedestrian and ‘laughing and videoing’ crash site
She admitted to smoking a large amount of cannabis before the crash.
Block of flats on fire in Lower Hutt, roads closed
One person has been taken to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
Opinion: David Seymour and Beltway bureaucrats must learn from medieval Iceland
OPINION: Gargantuan red tape will be gone if we learn a "Thingvellir" or two from Iceland.
‘I trusted him’: Accountant struck off for fleecing friend of $32k
He was supposed to be looking after her rental property, but ripped her off instead.
Wellington’s earthquake-prone building crisis could leave hundreds seeking new homes
Almost 230 deadlines for strengthening earthquake-prone buildings due to expire in 2027.
Wellington braces for another day of protest action
It's the third protest in as many days for the capital.
Kids thrilled as NZDF chopper swoops down on school
A helicopter visit thrills Te Rā School students.
Baby Ru’s mum claims she knows who killed her son
Ruthless-Empire died after suffering severe head injuries.
'How entitled': Wellington rental wants tenant to work as security guard
The listing in Kilbirnie has been removed from Trademe after it was heavily criticised.
Watch: 'I was intoxicated' - Tory Whanau discusses drunken night out
The rumour mill in Wellington has been sent into overdrive after the boozy night.
Ruthless-Empire death: Family reveal extent of toddler’s injuries
Ruthless-Empire died after suffering severe head injuries.
Sinkhole opens up beneath Wellington street
A section of the pavement has been closed as a precaution.
Kiwi woman banned from Bunnings after X-rated stunt
She appeared keen to help her online followers with a bit of DIY.
What’s inside the most valuable room in Wellington?
Deep in the underground vaults of Wellington is the fortified home of NZ's riches.
Mayor's drinking a distraction from Wellington's real issues
OPINION: The city needs the new Govt's help with water pipes, transport and cost blowouts.
Watch: 'Dashcam d***heads' - Shocking Kiwi driving caught on video
Kiwi drivers really are this bad. Do you spot yourself here?
Transmission Gully wrongly claims to have 'green' certification
Waka Kotahi has been making exaggerated claims about our 'green' motorways.
Fi Greig's culinary journey redefines local dining
Fi Greig has been involved in the culinary scene for about 17 years.
Focus: Protesters gather around New Zealand
Auckland’s Northern Motorway remains at a near standstill coming into the city this morning with Te Pāti Māori protests disrupting peak-hour traffic. Video / NZ Herald
'Left in limbo': Worker locked out after complaint left unresolved
The employee was locked out of the building, months after making a complaint.
Ruthless-Empire: Police release photo of fabric found around toddler’s neck
Ruthless-Empire died after suffering severe head injuries.
'Jig the numbers': Lawyer charged dyslexic client $1000 an hour
Quentin Haines was also convicted in 2018 for hiring two underage prostitutes.
Watch: Bomb squad responds to suspicious packages outside US and Israeli embassies
Schools were earlier put into lockdown and cordons remain in place.
Whanganui assault victim in stable condition
The victim was flown to Wellington Hospital in a serious condition.
When the Wellington chapter of the Black Power became the supplementary roadies for the Pogues
OPINION: Pogues singer Shane MacGowan's Black Power encore in Wellington.
Tory Whanau scandal: Should she stay or should she go?
The mayor of Wellington has admitted to a drinking problem after a second public misstep.
Paula Bennett: My 'wild side' and the time Paddy Gower saved me from going viral
If someone in a high-powered role is struggling with addiction, they should get help.
Petone gets its post office back, but in a new spot
Placing the service at the Petone Neighbourhood Hub would ensure it was well-used.