Emergency crews responded to the fire at 2.30am.

A firefighter was injured while battling the blaze.

Police were called to the fight around 1pm today.

An innocent man was accosted by a member of the public as rumours spread online.

Luxon has called for councils to 'rein in the fantasies' and manage spending.

Two small hospitals are reportedly using teleheath to service overnight patients.

Patricia Burt laid to rest alongside her husband decades after disappearing.

Police, including Armed Offenders Squad members, converged on Plimmerton this afternoon.

Alarm had been raised after man was last seen cycling on a yellow pushbike.

More than 16,000 people reported feeling the earthquake 10 minutes later.

Coach's foul-mouthed tirades spoiled teens' ‘great game’ - witness

Moving skinks increased costs from $85m to $97m and delayed completion by 6 months.

Quentin Duff wants out of prison, but the Parole Board wants proof he's left the gang.

Family have welcomed news of a charge, five years on from their mum's death.

The murder-accused has been remanded in custody and has name suppression.

A 47-year-old man has been charged with murder.

Patricia Burt's daughter says a visit to the site has raised more questions for her.

A number of Wellington schools are using cultural dance to help with their learning.

Could Wellington, Lower Hutt, Upper Hutt, and Porirua councils become one?

Untreated sewage has been flowing into the stream.

Esther Osborne was let down by 'systemic failings' at Porirua secure unit, says coroner.

Items found at the scene have been linked to a cold case from the 80s.

Ex Junior Warrior had his victim, a man just trying to sell his car, at his beck and call.

Police have not yet given an indication of the age of the remains.

About 100 vehicles were involved in a procession from Tawa.

Anyone with concerns about their safety is urged to call police.

The youngster was by himself at the Waitangirua shops.