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CentrePort warns it's not a 24/7 emergency first responder to ferry breakdowns

Wellington's port has requested an urgent meeting with ministers over Cook Strait safety.

Young man dies after Wellington assault, victim named

A 29yo is accused of critically assaulting a man in Wellington CBD's nightlife area.

Bluebridge ferry hits wharf in Picton in strong winds

The incident comes after Connemara lost power in Cook Strait last month.

Tory Whanau's airport share sale at risk as council reconsiders decision

Wellington City Council is preparing for a crucial vote this week.

TVNZ to axe 1News website from early next year, staff told

The company may place more focus on digital news for streaming.

Aftershock of magnitude 3.8 earthquake hits Wellington

GeoNet reported light shaking in Cook Strait at 2.23pm.

Man charged after early morning assualt in Wellington, police search for witnesses

Police want to speak to two women sitting close by when man was injured.

Car flips and crashes into side of Auckland central building, one in serious condition

One person is in serious condition following a single-vehicle crash in central Auckland this afternoon. Video / NZ Herald

Marokopa fugitive father Tom Phillips: Police making fresh inquiries after new reported sighting

A helicopter has been spotted flying over the Marokopa area this morning. Police continue to their fugitive search for Tom Phillips. Video / NZ Herald

Risk of more ferry breakdowns as Govt decision on new ships drags on

Concerns ongoing over Cook Strait ferries getting into distress and needing help.

Richard Prebble: What’s gone wrong with the news media

OPINION: 'Secrecy causes far more damage than disclosure. The answer is ... no secrets'.

33-hr drenching: Severe thunderstorms for upper North Island, snowstorms, downpours in south

Snowstorms are also forecast for parts of south. Severe weather alerts are out across NZ.

Intense downpours to hit NZ, warnings issued for upper north

Auckland has a cloudy Thursday forecast, but heavy rain is tipped for tomorrow.

Beloved rugby player killed in Auckland crash, second death for club in days

Franck Friconnet was on his way to help move cows on his parents' farm when he died.

Man's body found after drifting boat reported in Marlborough

The man's body was found in the water a short time after first responders arrived.

Seven elections, five Rugby World Cups, car crashes and an eel - Herald on Sunday turns 20

The tabloid was first published on October 3, 2004.

Israel continues to bomb Beirut as Florida floods | Focus Morning Bulletin September 28, 2024

Israel continues its attack through the Middle East, as governments around the world continue to talk about a ceasefire and tropical storm Helene tears through Florida.

Missing records hinder investigation into treatment of patient at aged care facility

Ultimate Care was scrutinised after lost records affected a patient's care review.