'Lots of tears' after $24.25 million Lotto win
The winner is a regular player who bought a Triple Dip while on a trip to Wellington.
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Ferret highway: Transmission Gully creates path for pests to move south
There's concern the ferrets could pose a risk to Wellington's native kiwi population.
Motorists slapped with more than 4000 fines for driving in new bus lanes
The fines from the past six months total $613,050.
Kiwibank admits fault over wrongfully charged fees, fined $800k
The bank admits they did wrong by their customers - now it's time pay the penalty.
Drink-driving police officer denied discharge without conviction
Cop did the right things after crash, but the offending was serious, judge says.
'No one deserves to die in that manner': Police push for information on homicide
Police have urged people to come forward with information on the homicide.
Cops' daring rescues in Cyclone Gabrielle floods recognised
'I've never been in a situation that was so close for so many different people.'
More than a third of the Wainuiomata population is of Māori or Pacific whakapapa
Suburb 'on the uplift, and it is an attractive place to live, work, and play'.
New World to close Wellington Railway Metro supermarket
The supermarket says despite best efforts, it has not been able to renew the lease.
Former Wellington mayors in line to become MPs
Pair's election prospects look good on the basis of Herald’s Poll of Polls.
Greater Wellington council and bus company in war of words over driver pay
NZ Bus drivers have still not been paid the higher wages promised to them six months ago.
Holy guacamole! These are Wellington's most authentic Mexican eateries
From traditional tacos to Tex-Mex, where should you go to get the best?
Tenants beguiled into having less rights by one of country’s 'largest landlords'
Up to 600 tenants could be affected by the unlawful tenancy agreements.
Rovers coach calls for 'controlled' aggression after crucial send-off
Be brave, but not brash, message after costly red cards dished out
Government puts options on the table for mega ferry blowout
OPINION: A previous cost escalation for the Interislander project was as large as $1b.
‘We’ve had enough’: Wellington bars owners fight opposition to liquor licenses
Mayor Tory Whanau will now meet police to discuss the approach to licensing.
'Joker of the party': Dad-of-three named after body found in 'suspicious' house fire
Dean Kahukiwa “loved his kids and loved everybody", say his family.
Man 'accidentally' involved in murder attempt sentenced
The man was trying to get a ride home for he and his Bichon Frise dog at the time.
'A strategic error': What has prompted suggestions of a second election?
Plus, today's On the Campaign looks at the two electorate races in Wellington Central.
Winning $24.25m Lotto ticket still unclaimed
Wainuiomata is abuzz with questions over who the big winner could be.
Shock as ‘lovely’ shop owner fights for life
The father of two is still in a critical condition in hospital.
'Hopes have been smashed': Jehovah’s Witnesses head to court on Abuse in Care Inquiry
'They’ve been re-traumatised and there’s no hope at all for them to get any justice.'
Interislander ferry reliability improves, but still below target
KiwiRail is positive about its performance after a mayday call caused major disruption.
Review finds Wellington City Council crash data breach was preventable
Interviewee says they were shocked personal information was left in the spreadsheet.
Measles case alert: Locations of interest identified
Auckland and Wellington are key locations of interest in the latest measles case.
The Nixon files: Secret papers reveal Richard Nixon’s visit to New Zealand
'Tricky Dicky' was 'not a man of any great humour', declassified documents say.
Ranfurly Shield debacle: A cry for accountability and courage
OPINION: Sportsmanship extends beyond the field and the Magpies need to step up.
Nation on alert after Northland resident tested positive for measles
Northlanders are being asked to monitor for measles symptoms after one confirmed case.
Snapping up the neighbour: Sir Bob Jones buys $70m Auckland office tower
He already owned the neighbouring tower.
Influential child welfare advocate remembered
Lesley Webb wanted children to have the best upbringing possible.
New Zealand named one of the friendliest countries in Conde Nast awards
A luxury country resort in the South Wairarapa is recognised as the world's best.
Ex Oranga Tamariki worker accused of indecency with kids
He is accused of offending against four young people this year.