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Attacks by uncontrolled dogs on the rise in Wellington
Sixty-five attacks on people, 78 on animals and 697 uncontrolled dogs were reported in the capital - but the problem might be nationwide.
Pharmac announcement of more blood cancer medicines welcomed
Myeloma New Zealand is welcoming Pharmac's announcement of more blood cancer medicines, but says the country is still well behind the rest of the world.
Call to end blood donation restriction due to mad cow disease
An infectious disease expert wants an end to the ban on New Zealanders donating blood because they lived in the UK at the time of mad cow disease epidemic.
Call for independent watchdog to investigate complaints against lawyers
The Law Society is backing a call for an independent watchdog which will overhaul the way the society investigates complaints against its own lawyers. Audio
Waka Kotahi assesses putting up speed limits on expressways north of Wellington
Speed limits on expressways north of Wellington could be set to increase, but Transmission Gully will have to wait a bit longer.
Self-representation in court: 'My family's safety has been threatened'
A Family Court Lawyer in Wairarapa says she fears for her safety after being threatened by people representing themselves in the family court.
Large wave damages Interislander Kaitaki door, trips cancelled
Interislander says it has cancelled Kaitaki sailings up until Wednesday afternoon as a safety precaution after the starboard bow door was impacted by a large wave while crossing from Picton to…
Iconic Wellington buildings slapped with earthquake prone notices
Wellington's Michael Fowler Centre and Opera House have been issued with Earthquake-Prone Building (EPB) notices on Thursday.
Fears Interislander ferry issues could prove fatal if not fixed
Commuters who depend on the Interislander say the service being offered by KiwiRail is not good enough, after another fault that left passengers stuck.
Legal aid shortfalls leave people forced to represent themselves in court
New Zealand Law Society's president says people being turned away from legal aid due to a lack of supply wasn't good enough: "Our system starts collapsing at that point."
Aucklanders and Wellingtonians divided on Labour and National's transport promises
Political appetite for major transport projects in Auckland and Wellington has waned as pre-election jostling ramps up. Audio
Negligent landlords driving some tenants out, others into anxiety
Many landlords are quick to hike rents but slow to fix homes, a new survey has found. Audio
Power comparison company 'unhappy' website contract not put to open market
Power Compare, a power comparison website, has criticised the Electricity Authority for not doing enough to lower energy costs for New Zealand consumers.
Demand for help would 'go through the roof' if free school lunches dropped
Advocates are horrified by revelations that Treasury does not support a government-funded free school lunch scheme.
Stats NZ predicts census goal reached
In an updated analysis released today, Stats NZ predicted between 89 and 91 percent of New Zealand had responded to the survey.
Massey University staff 'furious' about further cuts, union says
Tertiary Education Union organiser Ben Schmidt says the planned cuts have "absolutely shocked and infuriated" members.
More than 400,000 residential buildings in flood prone areas
The 441,384 residential buildings - most in urban areas - at risk of flooding had an estimated replacement value of $218 billion.
Green Party's pledge to renters: What you need to know
The Green Party have launched their pre-election housing policy with promises to give everyone in New Zealand a healthy home to live in.
'I'll definitely be doing more walking' - Motorist ahead of fuel tax reinstatement
Commuters are bracing for a hit to the pocket, with fuel tax and full-priced public transport fares set to be reinstated.
'Feast of sacrifice' celebrates Muslim traditions in Aotearoa
Eid Al-Adha was celebrated in Wellington today for the second year in a row in what some hope is a "cultural shift" towards more appreciation and understanding of Muslim traditions.
Damaged highways stopping fresh produce getting to market
Road closures in the Coromandel and Gisborne are putting pressure on businesses and supply chains.
Call for Japan to seek independent testing of treated nuclear plant wastewater
Scientists are calling on Japan to let other countries test wastewater from Fukushima before it is released into the Pacific Ocean.
Whakaari / White Island tragedy: Awards recognise rescuers' courage
The Governor-General has presented bravery awards to five helicopter pilots who flew into the eruption in 2019 to help rescue survivors.
Kiwi musos take flight: Kaylee Bell, L.A.B and The Veils
After years of pandemic cancellations, closed borders and venues closing, local artists are having their first big tours since the pandemic began.