Snow closes roads, falling in Wellington hills, as temperatures plummet
The cold blast will continue to creep up the country today.
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Passengers spend the night on Interislander ferry after steering issue
There were no tugs available to bring the ship in until this morning.
Who let the dogs in? Workplaces embrace canine colleagues
One workplace even has online staff profiles for their pooches.
Coroner releases findings on prison death of infamous Wellington murder
The findings into the prison death have now been revealed.
Athlete discharged on sex offence not in Olympic contention despite claim he put ‘dream aside’
The man's sporting body also said he was not a member when he was charged.
Watch: Person violently run down by car in Palmerston North gang brawl
The incident happened less than two days before a Mongrel Mob member was fatally shot.
Polar blast will bring snow to South and North Island
Masterton had its coldest night of the year.
'Like an alien': Strange noises before e-scooter explosion
Adam Clayton heard a strange noise just before suffering near-fatal injuries.
Tory Whanau overwhelmed with offers to help evicted dog Teddy
Tory Whanau says it has been a heartwarming day.
Mental health: Shake-up of Wellington services promises better response for patients in crisis
A proposal document details changes to community services for adults in the capital.
Political parties urged to make rail a priority for Horizons region
An open letter is being sent to all political parties.
Police appeal for sightings of burnt-out car after gang killing
It's believed the car was in the area at the time of the shooting.
Brutal high school student fight put on social media
The video shows a boy lying face down on the concrete as others attack him.
'Lucky it's not manslaughter': Teen knocks out cop
Matua Ratana said he was trying to protect a female friend when he punched the officer.
'Letting it go': Wellington Mayor says her partying days are behind her
Tory Whanau says she will no longer go out on a Friday night for a drink.
Weather: South Island gets more snow, roadfall warnings, Auckland in for showers
MetService issues heavy snow warnings, watches in South Island, Desert Rd to get flurries.
‘The Wellington special’: Fifa bus ‘inches’ its way down steep, winding road
One car was damaged as another tried to get out of the way.
Gang tensions: Daylight shooting follows violent de-patching, police invoke new powers
A Black Power member was de-patched and had his finger cut off, source says.
Hounded out: Wellington mayor's dog evicted from office, leaving town
The Wellington mayor’s dog, Teddy, will be sent to live out of town.
'Not areas to hang around': School warns students after spate of train station assaults
Two youths have been arrested, however, police are still searching for other offenders.
Family remember 'beloved' hit-and-run victim
Megan Finlayson was remembered by her family as someone with "infectious joy".
'Young father' fatally shot in Palmerston North gang-related attack
It's understood there was a related fight at a bar on Friday night.
Act promises to ‘stop work’ on wasteful projects on day one
Act promises to wield axe on day one, cutting public service jobs.
Police monitoring as gang members gather for tangi
It comes just a month after a gang tangi closed down Whakatāne.
GPs close their books to new patients: Appointment wait reaches four weeks
Struggling to see your GP? You’re not alone.
Sex offender wanted name secret so wife wouldn't leave him. A judge wasn't swayed
He originally asked for suppression to save his 49-year marriage.
Women’s World Cup: The 11 biggest talking points from the group stages
There has been genuine jeopardy for the big nations, with plenty of surprises
Wellington to trial bendy buses to avoid commuter ‘logjam’
Bendy buses can take 70 per cent more passengers than a single-decker bus.
Search for man missing in Mount Holdsworth enters day five
Police are focusing their search on the Atiwhakatau Stream.
Pomare Station hit and run accused arrested
Police earlier called for Chad Clark to come to court to face charges.
Man accused of being a 'nark' attacked by Mongrel Mob member with knife
The mobster approached his victim while wielding a knife.
Police locate vehicle involved in fatal hit-and-run, call for witnesses
The pedestrian died at the scene.
Sportsman sentenced for sexual connection with girl won't be named as it would be a 'crushing blow' to his future
Young woman says she has become a 'shell of a person'.
Craft breweries: Alcohol excise hikes ‘a slap in the face’
Independent craft breweries around the country say excise hikes are squeezing businesses.