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The trial entered its third day in Wellington's High Court on Monday.
Revealed: Fifa's radical plans if weather turns ugly during World Cup in NZ
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Audrey Young: It will be a miracle if PM can rescue his Govt from this disaster
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Capital gains: Ferns star ready for World Cup 'homecoming'
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Fans get kick out of action; rain expected for Football Ferns’ next big clash
The Ferns will play the Philippines in Wellington on Tuesday night.
Dire Strait: Watchdog says KiwiRail prioritised commercial outcomes over safety
Correspondence after ferry's loss of power mid-journey reveals concerns over operations.
Jetstar slashes fares by 75 per cent, with $175 tickets to Rarotonga
As always, there's a catch to this deal.
Desert oasis: How to grow three tonnes of lettuce a day where it’s as dry as dust
World's biggest vertical farm serving up fresh produce for Emirates passengers.
Wellington gets a taste of Fifa fever
A large crowd is expected at Wellington's stadium for Spain v Costa Rica.
'I was a dead woman walking': Escaped prisoner on trial for raping woman who gave him a lift
The man faces three charges in relation to the incident.
Contractors' dispute over Transmission Gully settled out of court
CPB Contractors had claimed $75 million against engineering firm AECOM New Zealand.
'Extensive damage': Person trapped after crash between train and car
The person is seriously injured.
Motorists warned of $150 fines as new cycleway and bus lanes open
People will be given warnings for the first two weeks before live tickets are issued.
Man faces manslaughter charge after alleged drunken hit-and-run
Casidhe Maguire died after being hit by a car near Te Papa in Wellington.
‘Harvard loves Teddy’: Wellington mayor’s dog finds favour in New York
Tory Whanau has faced flak at home for bringing her dog to the office.
‘Soul-destroying’: Cafe closed for months after suspicious fire
The Chocolate Fish cafe is expected to be closed until September.
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Police seek six cars in relation with Greytown hit-and-run
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Teenager dies after experimenting with internet choking challenge
Coroner recommends more resources in schools and for parents around the dangers.
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Wellington is back for second helpings in New Zealand's largest sandwich competition.
Road tripping: Latest Wellington roadie ‘crucial’ as Napier City Rovers eye National League spot
The qualification battle for football's National League heats up
Transmission Gully unfinished 15 months after opening
Progress is slow with a considerable amount of work left to be completed.
Kāinga Ora pushing for changes to Wellington’s housing rules
Kāinga Ora spent $800,000 on lawyers, planners, and architects to help its submissions.
Convicted murderer claims fatal knife attack was self defence
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Wellington's plan to end homelessness reads more like a wishlist
OPINION: The city council already tried to end homelessness by 2020 and failed.
Concern people are faking being disabled to get discounts
The Disabled Citizens Society says "scammers" are becoming more common.