Dire Strait: More repairs for new Bluebridge ferry, sailings cancelled
There is almost no available space on other sailings for passengers with cars.
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Foot found on Wellington beach, police investigating
It was found by a member of the public this morning.
Microplastics detected in sea life in Wellington bays
The findings could have implications for our seafood.
Interislander hires more staff to cope with refund demand
There are currently 900 refunds being processed.
Points on the road crucial as Rovers return to action
Iconic football club out to start 50th anniversary season in strong form.
Cook Strait ferry delays after substance leak at wharf
Delays at Picton Wharf after a substance leak.
Death of child sex accused was 'meticulously planned and firmly intentional': Coroner
Coroner rules man facing raft of child sex charges took his own life the day before court
Ferry sailings cancelled, Wellingtonians urged to stay home as 5-metre waves batter coast
Parts of Christchurch are also without power due to high winds.
'Vindictive attitude': Fired accountant called in debt collectors
Sandy Dai faces being struck off for her conduct after five clients complained.
What pie does the PM prefer? Chris Hipkins chows down at childhood haunt
Faced with more than 20 options, Hipkins' choice was very telling.
Water restored to central city after water main bursts
Water has been restored but some traffic delays could remain.
Four Wellington bars insolvent: IRD, dozens of employees and businesses among creditors
Liquidators found no updated financial statements or recently recorded transactions.
Schools locked down as armed police descend on Feilding
Two people have been taken into custody.
The return of CubaDupa: Wellington street festival is back
After two years of Covid-19 cancellations the festival is back on.
Manhunt launched for mobster after Wellington shooting
The victim was shot in the leg, police say.
‘Beyond belief’: Passenger wants quicker investigation into ferry mayday
Three investigations and an audit are underway after Kaitaki lost power in Cook Strait.
Weather: Wind, rain and snow to batter South Island, lower North Island
There are weather warnings spanning much of the lower half of the country.
Labour chooses candidate to replace Grant Robertson in hotly-contested Wellington electorate
Grant Robertson held the seat since 2008.
Motorcyclists trapped in bush north of Wellington rescued by police
Police praised the men’s actions after they realised they were in trouble.
'Very annoying': Travellers still dealing with ferry cancellations
Frustrated people trying to cross Cook Strait still dealing with cancellations, delays.
Audrey Young: Labour's electorate battle - the potential for embarrassment
The last selection battle was humiliating for Jacinda Ardern.
The return of Homegrown: Crowds of thousands to flock into Wellington for festival
There are just a couple of hundred tickets left.
Interislander’s Kaitaki ferry cancellations extended, passengers told no standbys available
The Kaitaki ferry's woes continue, with the gearbox problems taking longer to fix.
Treatment injury? ACC appeals against compensation award to teen born with spina bifida
She claimed a missed diagnosis at her mother's 20-week scan was a treatment injury.
‘Like a freight train’: Homeowners hit with $300,000 bill after slips
The couple is likely in negative equity after two slips fell on their property last year.
The polar blast set to send temperatures plummeting
Autumn temperatures are about to get very cold in parts of the country.
Hutt City Council was aware of leaks in road as early as Christmas, will investigate whether it failed to act
Residents say they warned the council months ago.
Stokes Valley family at odds with council over landslide response
Stokes Valley couple says it took too long to lift a building notice from their home.
Dire Strait: Worst month of ferry cancellations in past year revealed
National says the reliability of the Interislander service is a national embarrassment.
‘Degree of chaos’: Minister says KiwiRail needs to do better on ferry reliability
Transport Minister Michael Wood has warned of ongoing reliability problems.
Teacher strike: All you need to know
Motorists and commuters could face delays, though it's hoped disruptions are minimal.
Weather: Heavy rain and high winds on the way
Batten down the hatches if you're in the South Island.
'Too many funerals': Govt launches plan to improve port safety
Two workers died within less than a week of one another in April last year.