Sister, 14, had to break news of siblings' deaths in horrific tanker crash to parents
The teen had to translate news of the deaths to her parents on behalf of police.
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The two city leaders have pitched their hopes ahead of the election.
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Emergency services were called to the scene in western Wellington this afternoon.
Kāpiti police officer injured after shooting himself
The officer was helping with a search.
Winston Peters 'terribly disappointed' by sale of iconic Wellington cafe
Peters has been dining at The Green Parrot since the 1970s.
Kayakers rescued after capsizing off Petone beach
Police say the two men were 'very cold' by the time they were rescued.
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Justin Lester was 11 years old when his father took his own life.
Legal action launched over plan to remove cars from Wellington’s Golden Mile
Early construction work is due to begin next week.
National will scrap Golden Mile plan if contract remains unsigned
The party says it would be inappropriate to sign the contract this close to the election.
Doctor asks mum if Down syndrome baby should be resuscitated
The woman was 'shocked' at the implications of the doctor's comment.
Pasifika mothers, daughters, wives urged to get tested to help save lives
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National League showdown: Familiar Wellington foe awaits Napier City Rovers in season-opener
Napier City Rovers aim for winning start to football's 2023 National League.
Interislander freight ferry to set sail for Greece after sale
KiwiRail bought the Valentine in January of this year.
Ruff ride: Man imprisoned after stealing car with labrador in the back
The car thief had an unexpected passenger.
Police name siblings killed in Shannon milk tanker crash
The brother and sister were killed in the crash on September 6.
Child dragged across social worker's lounge floor after abuse claims
The girl had just told the social worker, a friend from church, she was being beaten.
Warm temperatures then wild weather to hit South Island
Parts of the South Island will reach 25C.
First glimpse of Shelly Bay since housing development scrapped
The road has been closed for months due to an asbestos risk.
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A woman whose house was damaged by a landslide is still waiting for her insurance payout.
Pedestrian death: Drink-driver admits killing Irish national
The drunk man was driving at almost twice the legal speed limit when he hit a pedestrian.
Mayor, officials on $50,000 Asia trip
Tory Whanau is leading a 10-day business delegation to China, Japan, and South Korea.
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Nelson woman searching for the ‘guardian angel’ who helped her through terrifying flight from Wellington
Winds in Wellington topped 100km/h yesterday.
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Winds of over 100km/h bring down trees and more.
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The city is facing a financial reality that could hamper Mayor Tory Whanau's big promises.
Weather: Damaging, strong winds to smash much of country this weekend
The weekend wind may cause damage to trees, powerlines and unsecured structures.
Turf war: Man steals lawn in the dead of night, police investigating
A security camera caught footage of the man stealing new rolls of lawn.
Man charged after armed robbery at Wellington bar
A manager was allegedly dragged through the restaurant in the incident.
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The election campaign is nearing the end of its second week.
Builder skips out on job after allegedly causing $70k botch-up
None of the walls were straight and all the weatherboards had to be torn off and replaced.