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Toby Manhire: Covid protest revealed new, ugly, dangerous side to our country

OPINION: A lot of people are on edge, things could turn very, very nasty.

'Killing fields': Kāpiti Mayor demands SH1 solution after four killed in crash

Four deaths have been confirmed.

Live: Long queues form at shops as Aucklanders flock back to stores

It is expected today's relaxation of restrictions in Auckland would see cases grow.

OPINION: Legislation needed to save Wellington transport plan from never-never-land

Construction on mass rapid transit and a second Mt Vic tunnel must start earlier than 2028

One lane of SH1 reopens after multiple fatalities in serious crash south of Levin

Southbound lane now open on SH1, with the northbound lane expected to open soon.

Porirua City Council proposing mandatory Covid-19 vaccinations for staff

Staff will be consulted on the proposal over the next 10 days.

Fired aviation workers' rights limited, but lose case over vax mandate

Four aviation security workers did not wish to be vaccinated and were dismissed.

Thousands descend on Parliament challenging Covid restrictions

Some protesters breached the first set of gates to Parliament earlier this afternoon.

Interislander ferry suffers second mechanical issue in as many weeks

The issue has forced the Aratere to take an alternative route this afternoon.

KiwiRail leases additional freight ferry to secure Cook Strait supply chain link

The Interislander fleet is ageing and more prone to breakdown.

NZTA faces hurdles to Christmas opening of Transmission Gully

Analysis: Transport agency isn't giving up hope major road could be open by Christmas.

Low traffic circulation plan considered for Wellington in fossil-fuel-free move

The city could be divided into cells which cars would not be allowed to move between.

New Zealand International Film Festival opens in Wellington, director 'thrilled'

The festival will screen 164 feature length films from 51 countries.

Wellington City Council accused of not learning from past mistakes over Island Bay cycleway

Proposals will drive further division within the Island Bay community, says councillor.

Two options to fix Wellington's controversial Island Bay cycleway revealed

The cycleway has been the subject of court action, safety concerns and budget blowouts.

Teacher says 'nice bum' comment was a one-off. Ex-students allege otherwise

Wellington teacher who pinched a girl's bottom had a history of making sexual comments.

Kiwi golfer feeling confident ahead of life-changing opportunity

He knows nothing short of his best will be good enough to earn a European Tour card.

Commuter parking levy investigated for Wellington of up to $2500 per car park

The levy would apply to private and public off-street car parks.