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Three Wellington cafes closing today, more than 20 staff losing their jobs
It's the latest in a string of hospitality and retail closures in the capital.
'We will track you down': Men arrested after illegal activities at car wreckers' yards
A 21-year-old from Upper Hutt and a 39-year-old from Christchurch were arrested.
Taste of democracy revealed: Hawke’s Bay big winner in new Parliament wine contract
Four of the seven chosen wines come from Hawke's Bay.
MSD cuts funding for charity working with emergency housing tenants
Emerge Aotearoa provides support for families in emergency housing.
Napier City Rovers set lofty goals ahead of National League
Captain Jim Hoyle opens up on Napier City Rovers' National League qualification and hopes.
Editorial: Dream of a long tunnel well and truly alive for Wellington
The Transport Minister blasted 'phantom projects' while holding firm to one of his own.
Drug addict avoids jail after becoming rehab's 'best client'
Judge: 'Sending you to prison now, at this juncture, would be a backwards step for you.'
'Part of my personality': Karen O'Leary's beloved ute stolen in Wellington
Lowlife takes Hilux: Kiwi comedian appeals to public for help.
Korea ferry cancellation talks were two texts sent within an hour of announcement
Two text messages are the only evidence of communication before the project was scrapped.
Stats NZ moves Auckland office to Queen St after safety concerns
'The feedback from staff about the new location has been overwhelmingly positive.'
Inside Sir Peter Jackson’s biggest land deal of the year
Interests associated with the filmmaker have spent $105m on a large block of land.
'Mayday': Aviation expert says burst oil seal may have sparked engine fire emergency
Irene King said such faults were not common, because of rigorous maintenance checks.
Hospital U-turns, toast to stay on the menu for mums after birth
Health Minister says women can make their own choices and toast is an easy comfort food.
Investigators seeking witnesses in Wellington plane fire
Dramatic video on social media showed the plane arriving with smoke billowing behind it.
Convoy planned as 'final hoorah' for missing woman Breanna Muriwai
Breanna Muriwai was last seen in August 2022 at Te Horo Beach on the Kāpiti Coast.
'Makes no sense': Health Minister queries hospital after toast taken off the menu for new mums
The minister wants the decision reconsidered saying toast is an 'easy comfort food'.
Wellington shop windows shattered by vandals, mushrooms thrown inside
Wholly Bagels and TJ Terrace Superette each had windows shattered.
Would you pay $8 for a cup of coffee?
Consumers should pay more for coffee, Flight Coffee company managing director argues.
Watch: Engine fire sparks emergency landing, passengers jump from doors
Fire and Emergency were advised of the ATR aircraft's engine fire.
Police identify woman’s body in Wellington, say her death not suspicious
A member of the public discovered the body near the Rona Bay wharf this morning.
Mysterious land deal: Could this be Sir Peter Jackson's movie museum?
There's speculation a block of land in Wellington could bring the museum plan to life.
Eatery sells 3500 burgers after being booted from culinary comp
The controversial burger has a line of white powder on top with a rolled-up $100 bill.
Nutritionally sub-optimal or cost cutting?: Hospital ditching toast for new mums
Health NZ acknowledges some women may not have been offered food post-birth.
Rain, wind, thunder: Feisty end to winter across country
Forecast wind 'concerning', Niwa says.
Wellington cafe suffers ‘worst sales day ever’ as job cuts bite
Cafe owners say crunch worse than during Covid and making a profit is 'near impossible'.
'She had all these dreams': At least three Kiwis a week dying from accidental overdoses
"Millions are spent preventing road deaths. The same is needed for drug overdoses"
Beam e-scooters to be taken off Wellington streets
Wellington council has temporarily kicked e-scooter company Beam off the city's streets.
'Blow their heads off': Black Power member shot at rival in ED carpark, shut down hospital
The shooting followed several altercations between the groups at a motel nearby.
'Not as it seems': Police warn 'vigilantes' after kidnapping claim spreads online
An innocent man was accosted by a member of the public as rumours spread online.
Paraparaumu student’s design shines in fashion competition
Molly McGregor's design will be showcased at the Whitecliff College Graduate Showcase.
'Keep safe out there': 'Intense' thunderstorms rattle Auckland as storm finally hits
Thunderstorms are creeping towards Auckland.
Person of interest in Baby Ru killing admits assaulting NZME journalist
Rosie Morunga also admitted unrelated shoplifting at supermarkets and retail stores.
The five biggest property sales in 2024 so far – including Sir Peter Jackson’s Lyall Bay deal
Buying and selling activity is continuing apace, despite the sluggish economy.