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Man resorts to digging trench in three-month wait for leak to be fixed
Wellington is running out of water and faces severe restrictions this summer.
Dire Strait: Decision delayed on mega ferry terminal cost blow-out
Ministers won't say whether the issue will be resolved before the upcoming election.
Wellington man digs trench to stop damage from water leak
A Wellington man resorted to digging a trench to stop a water leak from damaging his property during a three-month wait for it to be fixed by Wellington Water. Video / Supplied
'I'm not done yet': The reasons behind Julian Savea's shift to Moana Pasifika
And he's teased a position shift from the wing.
'Confronting and monstrous': Man went down 'rabbit hole' looking at child exploitation material
He told the police, "I know it's not an excuse and what I did was wrong."
House sales finally get a spring in their step
New house sales figures show where to grit your teeth — and where to get a bargain.
Wellington’s Ata Tuhakaraina third candidate to contest Ikaroa-Rāwhiti seat
Ata is a champion of the Man Up program and wants to help other Māori men.
Kiri Allan pleads not guilty to refusing to accompany police after crash
The former Justice Minister's court hearing has been delayed until after the election.
Super Rugby: Julian Savea signs with Moana Pasifika for 2024 season
The Bus has a new depot.
'Callous and inexcusable': Dad shot and killed while in car with children
Hori Gage was shot and killed in a car outside home, while his kids watched.
Wellington housing development canned due to rising costs
It would have seen 40 apartments built, alongside business opportunities in the area.
A Capital Letter: No, I don’t want your dog on the beach
The worst experience is finding you've put your towel down on top of dog poo.
Meet the leaders: Minigolf with Act’s David Seymour
He could be the next Deputy PM, but his golfing skills may need some fine-tuning.
‘Give it everything’: Napier City Rovers out to impress in football’s National League
Sole provincial-based club in football's National League out to impress.
Climate change protesters imprison themselves
The protesters have 'jailed' themselves in support of their colleagues in custody.
Drunk teen who was asked to leave hospital punched security guard, knocking out teeth and dental plate
The security guard needed costly reconstruction surgery afterwards.
Realtor harassed tenant and threatened to sue
Tanya Lieven was both the landlord and the realtor attempting to sell the property.
National hits the 40s, Labour plunges in latest poll
While Hipkins got his teeth checked today, Luxon was tucking into a mince pie.
Kiwi couple sat next to farting dog on 13 hour flight seek refund
As the flight was fully booked, they could only be offered alternate seats in economy.
Police investigating suspicious firearms list
The handwritten list contains the contact details for 20 people.
Climber ‘exceptionally lucky’ to be alive after 600m fall on Mt Taranaki
Police say the melting snow softened his fall.
Fowl play: Gleaming black BMW scratched up by peacock at Wellington party
The owner of the car says the bird was 'fighting himself'.
Listen live: Hutt South candidates face-off on Newstalk ZB
Ginny Andersen, Chris Bishop and Neelu Jennings cover the hot topics live in studio.
Labour, National at odds over plans for science sector’s biggest makeover in 30 years
Uncertainty looms over the largest shake-up of our science system in three decades.
Lord of the land: Sir Peter Jackson’s $350m property empire
The Lord of the Rings mogul has doubled the value of his property holdings since 2019.
Plans to bring charity hospital to Wellington region
Hospital will aim to provide free medical services but is still in the planning stages.
‘He's a danger’: Man seeking videos of kids ‘sliming’ themselves active for years
Police have cautioned the man and are monitoring him.
Double fatal crash scene 'didn't look real'
One witness says the scene in Shannon this week was difficult to comprehend.
Man shot in head on 21st birthday to lose eye, shooter gets jail
The mother of one victim was told he wasn't going to make it - he proved them wrong.
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Latest poll: National and Act could govern together - Hipkins responds to recent poor results
Labour continues to struggle in latest poll.
Kiwis owe $1 billion more in tax than last year
The figures were revealed following news of a Nelson woman's "scheme to defeat the IRD".
Two protesters arrested for blocking Wellington's SH1
Police are in attendance at the scene between Hutt Rd and Aotea Quay.
Man charged with indecency against four youths in Oranga Tamariki care
He is charged with indecent communication with a young person and indecent acts.