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'Better chance': Trainer's high hopes for Leica Lucy in Desert Gold Stakes

Robbie Patterson aims for another major win at the Wellington Cup meeting.

From a famous family to Tory Whanau's media advisor: Who is Pearl Little?

The 26-year-old has worked in some of Wellington's most powerful places.

Incredible video captures Bluebridge ferry rocking on rough seas

'Getting seasick just watching this,' commented one person.

Toxic algae warning for Wairarapa as red alerts issued for rivers

The algae contains a neurotoxin which is harmful to humans and can be lethal for dogs.

'Excited to race': Ritchie's confidence in Nereus for Wellington Cup

Cambridge trainers eye third major Cup win with Nereus at Trentham.

Teen keeps clean sheet on debut as Phoenix draw with Sydney FC

All the action from the clash between Wellington Phoenix and Sydney FC from Sky Stadium.

‘Could have been tragic’: Fleeing driver jailed for hitting cop

The officer was sent cartwheeling through the air after the defendant drove at him.

Man living in extended supervision facility charged with indecent assault

The man lives at an 'outside the wire' unit in the grounds of Rimutaka Prison.

Wellington shivers through coldest year’s start in a decade

Southerlies bring windy, wet weather to Wellington, disrupting ferries and beachgoers.

Audrey Young: How a Prime Minister helped get me off a criminal conviction

Opinion: Norman Kirk was deeply angered by Denis O'Reilly's comments.

Tunapo Escape: A romantic farm getaway just 35 minutes from Wellington

The outdoor bath has sweeping views out to Kāpiti Island.

Wellington family harm incident ends with tasered man in critical condition

The man was armed and threatened a woman and small child, police say.

Trainers hope for $3.5m contender's comeback at Trentham

Trainer Pam Gerard prioritises Savaglee's fitness and future over immediate winnings.

Cops seize $60m of ‘tainted’ property allegedly linked to criminals

A look at some of the properties targeted by police - and why they made the move.

Young boy named as fatal motorbike crash victim

A second person on the bike remains in Rotorua Hospital in a stable condition.

Wellington punter bags $7 million in Lotto Powerball win

The win was made up of $6 million from Powerball and $1 million from Lotto First Division.

The Wellington bakery creating new pie flavours nearly every day

This bakery is taking the humble pie to the next level.

Fruit flies in Auckland as Wellington prepares for major disruption | NZ Herald News Update

Fruit flies have been discovered in Auckland, new water safety figures are released. Dame Tariana Turia tangi continues, trade with Africa is suggested. Video / NZ Herald