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Comment: Wellington fluoride failure a scandal in a league of its own

Surely someone spared a thought for fluoridation's oral health benefits? Apparently not.

Act says second Mt Vic tunnel is Auckland cycle bridge all over again

It's estimated 6,000 people will use a new dedicated walking and cycling tunnel per day.

Analysis: Wellington's mayor decides to play high-stakes election game

Andy Foster is risking it all after 30 years on Wellington City Council.

Business confidence spirals to record low, 'damaging' staff shortages

Central New Zealand businesses cast gloomy outlook as inflation hits 7.3 per cent.

Wellington councillor to become Labour President

Day certain as President as no other candidates named at party's annual conference.

Fifty businesses get payouts after 'devastating' Parliament protest

The money comes from a $1.2 million fund to recognise the severe disruption caused.

Antibiotics during pregnancy and asthma in children linked - Kiwi study

Results were consistent regardless of which trimester the antibiotics were prescribed.

Wellington's cycleway stoush settled outside of court

Earlier this year construction was halted until a full judicial review hearing was held.

Wellington Zoo welcomes five new primates just in time for holidays

"All of the parents can come with their little monkeys to look at our little monkeys."

Heads yet to roll at Wellington Water despite fluoride failure

Water in the region has been inadequately fluoridated for six years.

Voting age appeal gets under way in Supreme Court

The group Make it 16 say their human rights have been breached.

Sky Stadium understaffed for biggest event in three years

The stadium would normally have about 1000 people working for an event like this.

'Dental disaster': Regulator didn't raise concerns over Wellington fluoride failure

Tamariki will likely bear the consequences, with a potential upswing in tooth decay.

Wellington man missing for six days found safe and well

The 33-year-old made transactions in Porirua and Paraparaumu on July 9.

Audrey Young: Act's rollercoaster ride through Parliament

OPINION: The party will on Sunday celebrate its 25 years in Parliament.

Wellington's water has been inadequately fluoridated for six years, review finds

A review has been made public after fluoride facilities were turned off last year.

Woman sentenced for New Year's stabbing

Judge said it was worrying she carried the knife in public and was prepared to use it.

'Stinky': Metre-long fish, dog poo found in recycling

Council workers also found dirty nappies, corn on the cob, and jandals in the recycling.