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Internal Affairs department still will not provide an answer on whether the taxpayer pays.
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Jammed gates meant three horses saved energy - giving them unfair advantages.
'Extremely precious': Teeny tiny Bible carefully repaired
The miniature Bible comes with its own magnifying glass.
'I’m still alive': Passenger of TikTok killer driver nearly paralysed
Zane Bullivant implored the driver to stop just before the fatal crash happened.
Bruce Cotterill: Public transport is going nowhere - time to take to the sea
OPINION: The transport headlines are coming thick and fast; everything is unravelling.
Captain's call: The tough All Blacks decision facing Scott Robertson
New All Blacks coach likely to consider key leadership change.
Editorial: A good time to celebrate business success
OPINION: Sir Richard Taylor's inspiration was not lost on the Deloitte Top 200 crowd.
Organised crime syndicate busted operating in Wellington
It comes a week after police busted an alleged Auckland crime syndicate.
Witness intimidated with throat-cutting gesture outside court
Throat-slitting gesture 'happens all the time', defence lawyer said, but judge disagreed.
'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