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'A tragedy': Neighbours agitated and in tears after young man dies
A police investigation into how he sustained his injuries is ongoing.
Man dies from injuries in family harm incident
A scene guard remains in place at the address.
'My heart shrunk': Witness at scene of fatal hit-and-run describes shock
The woman used a blanket from her home to cover the victim's body.
State Highway 1 closed near Sanson after serious crash
Initial reports say there are serious injuries.
Community 'in shock' after two deadly incidents in 24hrs
Hutt Mayor Campbell Barry said two deaths in 24 hours is 'a real shock'.
Diana Wichtel: 'Talking about the events of the last weeks has felt impossible'
OPINION: A letter from a friend inspires consideration and contemplation.
Penguin deaths prompt better protections at cycling path construction site
The Department of Conservation has issued a formal warning over one death.
Family desperate to find Ōtaki man missing for six weeks
Police have widened the search for Duncan Hill to include steep and bush-covered terrain.
‘We’re in trouble’- Freshwater targets could cost Wellington $3.5b
Wastewater upgrades are needed to prevent E. coli from entering rivers, lakes and streams.
Mother who beat daughter with dog collar avoids jail
The woman strenuously denied the allegations, saying she only slapped the girls.
Wellington Mayor Tory Whanau publicly backs call for a ceasefire in Gaza
Whanau has ordered council not to remove a pro-Palestine mural.
Inside Tory Whanau's hunt for council leak
Five councillors have been the subject of an independent investigation.
There’s a hole in my ferry: Cook Strait woes a 'weird coincidence'
Two ferries from two different companies have both hit wharves within days of one another.
Helicopter winches trampers from Tararua Range
The pair were forced off the track by extreme winds.
Why is Wellington's Christmas tree made from road cones?
And why will elves be wearing hi-vis vests rather than their usual garb?
Baby Ru: Why are police yet to lay charges over toddler's death?
Three weeks have passed with no charges in the baby Ru case. We answer your questions.
Two cars seen outside burning house where murdered man lay
Two vehicles were seen on the street where the arson happened.
Ruthless-Empire: Multiple injuries, crucial evidence removed - what we know
Police believe baby Ru was injured in the morning before being taken to hospital.
Wellington City Council will consult with residents on selling airport shares
The council has a 34 per cent share in the airport worth $278 million.
Kiri Allan describes night of career-ending crash - 'my breakdown was on display'
Kiri Allan made a lengthy post talking about mental health.
Kiri Allan court case adjourned for third time
The former MP's case has yet to have its first call, three months on from her car crash.
Gang members 'know what happened' to murdered dad
Hori Gage was killed in retaliation for an incident he wasn't even involved in.
Wellington trolley buses for sale as potential tiny homes
The bright yellow buses no longer have seats, and would have to be towed from their field.
'I cried, to be honest': Homeless man reveals plans after $106k Melbourne Cup win
The winner said he screamed for joy before falling to his knees and crying.
Wellington City Council considers selling airport shares in cost crunch
Should the council hold onto its airport shares or reinvest the money elsewhere?
Return of the Wellington Sevens? New stadium boss open to it
Warrick Dent wants the iconic party back on the streets.
Person of interest in baby Ru homicide case in court on unrelated charges
Rosie Morunga was in court today on assault charges.
Bluebridge Cook Strait ferry forced to turn back after hitting wharf
The hull has been damaged and there is a small hole above the water line.
'Incredibly emotional': Restaurant owner considers walking as others fold
Asher Boote speaks out about the mental toll of running a restaurant in recent months.
Wellington man arrested for allegedly sharing child exploitation videos online
An analysis of his phone confirmed he shared multiple videos of child sexual abuse.
Opinion: The verdict on Wellington City Council’s ‘financial crisis'
OPINION: Tory Whanau says it's not, but when does cost-cutting become a crisis?
Extensive searches: Police scour four islands in hunt for missing kayaker
Michaela Leger hasn't been seen since she vanished into the night 17 days ago.
'Wellington needed a good pub' - Couple open Cuba St venue despite retail closures
The Ram is a vote of confidence in a city battling the nagging narrative that it's dying.