Stepfather admits shaking baby but denies it was murder
William Wakefield told police he shook the baby three times to hurt him, the court heard.
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Synthetic-related drug incidents 'drop off' in Hutt
Police have targeted several dealers in the past few months, which may have helped.
Why are capital's fuel prices higher than Auckland despite no regional fuel tax?
The highest price in Wellington today was $2.35 for 91.
Two men charged after prison stabbing
Two men have been charged with stabbing their fellow inmate in the chest.
Lack of science by college age a 'disgrace'
The hands-on kits provide science and tech learning opportunities for kids aged Year 1-8.
Councillor warns against cheap fuel prices
Low costs at the new fuel stop shouldn't be seen as a good thing, Iona Pannett says.
Toothpaste pot lid featuring Maori chief set to fetch $15k
The toothpaste pot lid was discovered in a Melbourne rubbish dump back in 1995.
One person trapped in serious crash near Upper Hutt
Police say initial indications are one person has been seriously hurt.
'Possessed' man murdered workmate, thought he was 'evil'
David Gilchrist took a knife and stabbed his workmate in the back without warning.
Mental health incident prompts armed police callout
The incident has now been resolved and the road is open.
Man admits killing 5-month-old stepson
He has admitted that he killed the baby, but says it was not murder.
Over $500,000 of ACC money claimed for e-scooter incidents
Auckland had the most claims for any region, followed by Christchurch then Hutt Valley.
'Lucky' prisoners caring for kittens
Kittens are being cared for by imprisoned women as part of their rehabilitation.
Prisoners 'privileged' to care for greyhounds
Inmate says he has never had anybody to look after before.
Wellington train network struggling in heat
Replacement buses are on standby and crews are inspecting the network.
Prison after man robs pharmacy thrice in a week
The brazen robber came back for a third time and was arrested a short time later.
Hutt Valley Lime scooter users quick to clock up injuries
Hutt Valley users are clocking up Lime scooter injuries at an alarming rate.
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Diver who died on Christmas Eve a beloved dad
Family "so humbled" by all the love and support they have received.
Boy racers terrorise Upper Hutt residents
Police have impounded four cars in the last month.
Lime e-scooters await riders in Hutt Valley
The scheme that has gained mixed reviews has now launched in the Wellington region.
Decapitation marks eighth killing in Wellington
There have been five homicides in just three months.
Execution-style slaying: Police will make an arrest within a year
Two years ago she was brutally killed in her Upper Hutt home. Now police are circling.
Murder accused fit to enter plea on stabbing
The defendant is fit to plead, but may have a defence of insanity.
Exclusive: 'The spies who cheated on me'
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College names teenager killed by train
Emergency services attended the incident in Wallaceville this morning.
Person dies after being struck by train in Upper Hutt
The person died after being struck by the train about 11.15am.
Man threatens stepfather with machete
Joshua Forman also said his stepfather needed to have his head cut off.
Man who saved woman from train says he's no hero
Angelo Brown saw the woman faint onto the tracks, and sprung into action.
Bystander rescues woman who fainted on rail tracks
The woman was waiting at the platform when she fainted and fell onto the tracks.