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Person arrested as Baby Ru homicide investigation continues
The arrested person is expected to appear in court on Tuesday.
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Stories and analysis from The Northern Express Herald.
Watch: 'Happy' Chris Bishop accepts rare endorsement from Winston Peters
Peters called Bishop 'a cut above the regular MP' at a Hutt meeting.
WATCH: Chris Bishop accepts Winston Peters’ surprise endorsement for Hutt South seat
Chris Bishop and Ginny Andersen faced off for a Hutt South debate on Newstalk ZB's Wellington Mornings with Nick Mills. Video / Mark Mitchell
Farmers retail workers strike for better pay
More than 200 unionised staff at Farmers stores nationwide took strike action last week.
Inside the electorate where Chris Bishop is fighting for political survival
A loss in Hutt South could see Bishop out of Parliament altogether.
Voters in the battleground Hutt South seat share their views on Election 2026
As National’s Chris Bishop and Labour’s Ginny Andersen fight to win the key Hutt South contest, voters tell the Herald what they’re most concerned about. Video / Mark Mitchell
'Everywhere man': Chris Bishop tops Property Insider power list
Ten people were mentioned more than any others since October 2023 when the column started.
Mark Middleton dies: 'He never forgave Dally. He never forgot Karla'
Middleton, 69, died six years after a severe stroke left him incapacitated.
RNZ v ZB and the fight for more PM time; The Gloriavale doco, the Minister and a screen sector visa battle
'Insulting': Taika Waititi cancer ad gripes; Stuff newspaper deliveries hit rough seas.
Engagement and endorsement? Gang visit debate continues
Political commentators question if the Mob pad visit was worth the scandal.
Baby Ru: Police renew plea on three-year anniversary of Lower Hutt toddler’s death
Baby Ru would have turned 5 on Sunday, three years after his death.
Baby Ru’s death: Why is it taking so long to hold anyone accountable?
Baby Ru would have turned five on Sunday, three years after his death.
National admits restricting right to silence in child murder cases may breach Bill of Rights Act
A lawyer says the proposal appeared to be a 'quick fix' to a complex, case-specific issue.
Plan ahead: The ultimate Labour Weekend guide
Make the most of Labour Weekend with country-wide markets, music and fetes.
30,000 people in Wellington region fail to pay first Tiaki Wai water bill
Unpaid first-quarter bills total $21m, or 18.5% of all accounts.
Police cleared of wrongdoing after pepper-spraying wanted man on bus
The man had got on to the bus as police tried to arrest him for disorderly behaviour.
‘A complete disaster’: Ginny Andersen and Chris Bishop face off in Hutt South
The lively debate covered everything from public sector cuts to the cost of cheese.
Man found dead in Wellington Harbour identified
Police said the man did not appear to have been in the water for long.
Who is the man found dead in the water in Lower Hutt?
Police said the man did not appear to have been in the water for long.
Woman warned hospital staff she felt unsafe with friend. They left her alone with him anyway
The man assaulted his friend in a closed room in Hutt Hospital's Emergency Department.
Why US investors paid $600k for a hostel rooftop in NZ – and fell foul of the law
Offshore funds are buying land under cell towers. This deal broke foreign buyer rules.
'Live with dignity': What older Kiwis want from politicians this election
Retirement villages are popular stops on the campaign trail - but what do residents want?
Firefighters work to dampen overnight Petone blaze
Firefighters remain at the building monitoring any hot spots.
Hustle in the Hutt: Ginny Andersen leads Chris Bishop in Hutt South swing seat
Cost of living, the economy and jobs were top concerns for 51%.