Latest from Upper Hutt

Police praise public for help

People reported a man acting aggressively to a woman and her children in Upper Hutt.

Stepfather admits shaking baby but denies it was murder

William Wakefield told police he shook the baby three times to hurt him, the court heard.

Synthetic-related drug incidents 'drop off' in Hutt

Police have targeted several dealers in the past few months, which may have helped.

Why are capital's fuel prices higher than Auckland despite no regional fuel tax?

The highest price in Wellington today was $2.35 for 91.

Two men charged after prison stabbing

Two men have been charged with stabbing their fellow inmate in the chest.

Lack of science by college age a 'disgrace'

The hands-on kits provide science and tech learning opportunities for kids aged Year 1-8.

Councillor warns against cheap fuel prices

Low costs at the new fuel stop shouldn't be seen as a good thing, Iona Pannett says.

Toothpaste pot lid featuring Maori chief set to fetch $15k

The toothpaste pot lid was discovered in a Melbourne rubbish dump back in 1995.

One person trapped in serious crash near Upper Hutt

Police say initial indications are one person has been seriously hurt.

Wellington train network struggling in heat

Replacement buses are on standby and crews are inspecting the network.

Shed fire in Trentham, Upper Hutt

Emergency services were called to the blaze at 6.50pm.

Prison after man robs pharmacy thrice in a week

The brazen robber came back for a third time and was arrested a short time later.

Hutt Valley Lime scooter users quick to clock up injuries

Hutt Valley users are clocking up Lime scooter injuries at an alarming rate.

On Her Majesty's sneaky service: 'The spies who cheated on me'

This summer we look back at the big stories of last year. This is from November.

Diver who died on Christmas Eve a beloved dad

Family "so humbled" by all the love and support they have received.

Boy racers terrorise Upper Hutt residents

Police have impounded four cars in the last month.

Lime e-scooters await riders in Hutt Valley

The scheme that has gained mixed reviews has now launched in the Wellington region.

Decapitation marks eighth killing in Wellington

There have been five homicides in just three months.