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'End of story': Man reveals how he survived after falling into sewage tank

The orchard worker has a chest infection and a few strained muscles after falling in.

Simeon Brown receives advice on government interventions at Wellington City Council

Local Government Minister Simeon Brown has received advice from officials on potential government interventions at Wellington City Council. Video / Mark Mitchell

Advice on Govt intervention at Wellington City Council lands with Simeon Brown

Meanwhile, Tory Whanau is aiming to 'share the pain' with her budget cuts.

Listen live: PM talks to Hosking after Andrew Bayly insult controversy

Bayly apologised last week, claiming he thought his comments were 'light-hearted'.

A-league week one wrap

Bonnie Jansen and Michael Burgess wrap up the first week of the 2024-25 A-league season. Video / Alyse Wright, Ben Dickens

Watch: ‘Intolerant and hateful' - Masked offenders steal pride flag from man’s home

He's already hung a new flag - 'It's important that we don't hide in the face of threats.'

Man charged with manslaughter over death in Courtenay Place named

Siale Siale, 29, appeared in the Wellington District Court to face charges.

'Maybe we were the security incident': Air NZ passenger describes Sydney bomb scare ordeal

Passengers disembarked two rows at a time and went through a long security process.

Ministry for Regulation among public service's highest earners as sector pay jumps

The average manager's salary in the public sector sits at $163,800.

School 'appalled' council roadworks will coincide with exams

Roadworks on Thorndon Quay have already been blamed for the closure of Bordeaux Bakery.

'Horrendous': Man falls into tank 'chocka' with sewage, hosed off by fire crews

The 'lucky' man told firefighters he was off to buy a Lotto ticket.

Antarctic penguin tested for bird flu in Wellington

Scientists tested 16 Adelie penguins last year, with seven returning positive results.

Opinion: Should Govt run a mile from Tory Whanau's 'shambles' council?

Simeon Brown says official advice on potential Government intervention is just days away.

Burst water main in central Wellington

A water main has burst in central Wellington, flooding State Highway 1 with muddy water. Video / Mark Mitchell

Burst water main floods SH1 in central Wellington with muddy water

Motorists have been told to expect delays.

Banksy in Welly: NZ fans of legendary street artist get chance to own an original piece

The Art of Banksy exhibition will run for seven weeks from Nov 28 and tickets are on sale.

Wellington mayor Tory Whanau claims Govt intervention not discussed in meeting with minister

The mayor went into the meeting adamant any outside intervention was unnecessary.

Tory Whanau speaks after meeting Minister Simeon Brown

Wellington Mayor Tory Whanau speaks after meeting with Local Government Minister Simeon Brown at Parliament today.