‘They’ve broken a promise’: Special care unit for sick babies quietly shelved
The new Health Minister has ordered a briefing on why the unit has not been delivered.
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Fast food chain calls in traffic management as queues block road
Lower Hutt's new Popeyes outlet has opened with a bang.
Man charged with manslaughter after hospital altercation
A 23-year-old man was due to appear in the Hutt Valley District Court today.
‘Serious concerns’: Police search Hutt River for man last seen two months ago
Thomas Basire is of slim build and about 180cm tall.
‘Oh my god, I’ve made the news’: Mystery deliverer of romance novels makes confession
Lower Hutt man claims he is the one who has been delivering racy fiction to mailboxes.
Mystery, intrigue as romance novels left in seaside suburb’s letterboxes
Erotica is being left in the community, and locals are asking questions.
Violence convictions quashed after judge proceeded with trial despite witnesses' absence
A witness alleged gang members threatened her life; the High Court overturns convictions.
Police appeal for information on Lower Hutt assault from public, sightings of teenage boy
The assault happened about 11am Saturday at Avalon Park.
Alleged shooter in gang-related killing named after court appearance
Police arrest Wipuhara Kapene, accused of shooting Albert Enoka in Lower Hutt.
Shoppers pack the stores for Boxing Day spending sprees
Kiwis have packed into stores on one of the busiest shopping days of the year.
Wellington woman dies in hospital after assault during walk home
A man known to the victim has been charged with assault.
Mum of missing teen's plea for information
Amy Walsh talks to the Herald about search efforts after her 19 year old daughter Maia Johnston disappeared in Totara Park Upper Hutt. Video / NZ Herald
'Grave concerns': Lower Hutt man missing for almost a month
Thomas Basire is of slim build and about 180cm tall.
'Beautiful, caring little boy': Funeral set for 'beloved' Miles after park drowning
The 5-year-old died on Saturday night at Lower Hutt's Avalon Park.
Proposal to rename Petone and Auckland suburb thrown out
The Petone proposal was put forward as a correction to a historical 'misspelling'.
'Mountain' of Christmas gifts for decile one school after kids expected to miss out
The school was hundreds of gifts short after a technical glitch.
'CCTV crucial': Police call for evidence after gang murder
Warnings issued for traffic disruption around Wellington during the funeral procession.
Boy playing near pond shortly before tragic death - witness
The witness said council should change the depth of the pond to make it safer.
'Armed and dangerous': Suspect wanted in slaying of ex-gang boss
Anyone harbouring or protecting Wipuhara Kapene could be prosecuted.
Boy who drowned in Lower Hutt park moved to NZ a few months ago
A Givealittle has been started to support the 'grieving family of Miles'.
'Tragic weekend': Four water deaths in 24 hours across NZ
The rise in deaths is a worry, Water Safety chief executive says.
One dead following medical event on Lower Hutt beach
Attempts to administer CPR failed despite emergency services' efforts.
'Unimaginable loss': Child drowns at popular Lower Hutt park
The child was pulled unresponsive from the water at about 8.10pm.
Child dies after water-related incident in Lower Hutt
Police said the death would be referred to the Coroner.
Police seek CCTV of fatal Lower Hutt shooting as hunt for large tattooed man continues
Police say they are hunting for a large, heavily tattooed man accused of the shooting.
Fatal Lower Hutt shooting victim was former gang president
The parties involved all knew each other, the police say.
New ferry announcement and Winston Peters bans greyhound racing | NZ Herald News Update
The Government's new ferry deal announcement is expected today and Winston Peters announces greyhound racing industry will wind down over the next 20 months. Video / NZ Herald
KiwiRail to upgrade Ava bridge, closing walkway for safety
KiwiRail to close Lower Hutt bridge walkway from February 24 for safety upgrades.
'Get help': Brave teen faces rapist in court, pleads for him not to harm anyone else
The girl has battled daily suicidal thoughts since the rape two years ago.
Coroner visits spot woman's skeleton lay for 36 years, rules on death
Coroner Mark Wilton can understand why the family still had questions.
‘Utterly changed her life’: Man who set partner on fire cooking cannabis oil is jailed
The victim spent three months in hospital with severe injuries.
'Bruises all over my body': Owner 'terrified' after violent dairy robbery
Police have expressed concern at the level of violence shown by the offenders.
Violence of dairy robbers' attack on female shopkeeper alarms police
The offenders took off in a stolen vehicle with cigarettes, cash and other items.
Homicide probe launched after Stokes Valley fire victim dies
Police were called to a block of flats on Hanson Grove last Tuesday.