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Police seek CCTV of fatal Lower Hutt shooting as hunt for large tattooed man continues

Police say they are hunting for a large, heavily tattooed man accused of the shooting.

Fatal Lower Hutt shooting victim was former gang president

The parties involved all knew each other, the police say.

D-day for Interislander, Government to reveal new Cook Strait ferries

The Government has promised the plan will be cheaper than the cancelled mega-ferries.

Public servants offered support to retire or move to Australia amid job cuts

An internal document describes retirement as 'your next work-life balance adventure'.

Esteemed Wellington restaurant closing, new owner planning 'refresh'

It's hoped the new venue will 'bring the vibrancy back'.

'Ready for our next chapter': Wellington to lose another restaurant

Owners say they have missed their children terribly after working so many nights.

Aussie diplomat's partner may not be allowed diversion for assault charge

Something had 'upset the apple cart' with police considering withdrawing the offer.

'Outstanding' bakery announces closure a week after winning top award

'Everything you make is superb! This is such a loss.'

Govt to announce future of Cook Strait ferries after year of uncertainty

ANALYSIS: Ministers have promised a cheaper alternative to KiwiRail's mega ferries.

'Magnificent' Wellington estate could be bowled for 32 luxury apartments

If approved, the apartments could be ready by 2027.

Popular Wellington food producer in liquidation after 32 years in business

The business supplied pita bread and hummus to supermarkets nationwide.

Wellington hospitality operator says city not dying, new bar going 'bonkers'

The bar manager chose to return from the UK to work in the Wellington hospo scene.

Man critically injured after ‘serious incident’ in Porirua

Police say the event was an 'isolated incident involving people known to each other'.

'Insert leader here': Awkward social media post from Trade Minister's account

The post said he attended a "dinner hosted by [insert TBC senior Chinese leader]".

Govt poised to decide fate of prime land Peter Jackson wants as public reserve

The Land Information Minister has received new advice about the 76ha of land.

Volunteer firefighters accused of driving offences, clipping a pedestrian

The incidents are being investigated and firefighters may face disciplinary action.

'A behind-the-scenes operator': Nick Smith on Wellington's Crown observer

The former Cabinet minister successfully recommended Lindsay McKenzie for the job.

Review suggests hiring fewer new cops for further cost savings

The review, published by Treasury, said police were facing cost pressures.