Self-isolation conundrum video

Whitford resident Murray Peat has been in self-isolation since February 29 due to his own concerns about coronavirus.

Self-isolation could become a reality for many Kiwis but the precaution doesn't mean locking yourself in a room for two weeks.

Abortion law reform's second reading

The Government is set to do its second reading on removing abortions from the Crimes Act (File photo).

More than 30 organisations signed an open letter which was sent to politicians showing support for abortion law reform.

Second case negative

Ministry of Health's Director-General of Health Dr Ashley Bloomfield gives an update on the first case of coronavirus in NZ.

There were two suspicious cases, both have come back clear

Police won't appeal judge's decision

Kingston Webb was clocked driving at 148kmh in his Suzuki Swift.

Police say they've learnt from the case of a teen clocked at 148kmh in an 80kmh area.

Abolish 'right to silence' SST says

Sensible Sentencing Trust's Jess McVicar says the ‘right to silence’ has contributed to child abuse deaths for far too long.

The ‘right to silence’ has contributed to child-abuse deaths for far too long says Sensible Sentencing

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TEU slams unis' coronavirus hiring freezes

The halt on international students as part of the growing travel ban is having an impact on the finances of a number of ...

Union says staff are being used as "pawns" in universities' power games

More prison time for robber video

Maera Todd was found guilty after a short trial in Napier District Court in January.

Woman found guilty after assaulting an 87-year-old-man and forcing him to withdraw cash.

Wetlands restoration delay costs climate

Farm or re-flooding? The public will have their say on the future of stock grazing in Kāpiti's Queen Elizabeth Park this ...

Wetlands capable of sucking 1600 tonnes of carbon each year could replace unprofitable public paddocks near Wellington.

Senior officer on trial

Lieutenant Colonel Justin Putze is being tried by court martial at Trentham Military Camp.

The accused says it was a 'one night stand', not a relationship.

It's time to pipe up and fix water

Wellington Water staff work on fixing sewerage pipes on Willis St, in the city.

OPINION: Problems with water and sewage not good enough in a modern, wealthy city, says Nicola Willis.

Coronavirus: Turned away from hospital

Wellington Hospital is reportedly turning away people with symptoms consistent with covid-19.

A doctor at Wellington Hospital says people with covid-19 symptoms are being turned away.

The bar that's really a restaurant

Mason is the brainchild of Matt Hawkes, formerly of Rita in Aro Valley.

Mason is the brainchild of Matt Hawkes, formerly of Aro Valley's Rita.

Inside an isolation room video

The Isolation room you have to go through before the negative pressure room.

Negative pressure rooms are designed to isolate patients and stop viruses like coronavirus spreading.

Council warned of pipes underfunding last year video

Several leaks in aging pipes have caused disruption around Wellington

Councillors were warned in June 2019 that the city's pipe system was struggling due to chronic underfunding.

Al Noor terror threat

The entrance to the Al-Noor mosque in Christchurch. (file photo)

As masked man photo emerges, Jacinda Ardern says it's "hard to believe" that Al Noor mosque would be threatened again.

News

What's On in Porirua and Kāpiti

Mana Tawa Grey Power Meeting: Guest Speaker: Craig Nicholson, Principal Project Manager, Transmission Gully Project, ...

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Economy to take a year-long hit

Finance minister tells Parliament the global impact of coronavirus will hit economy for the rest of 2020.

Government pledges to help hurting Tairāwhiti

Foxton Fire Brigade celebrates 100 years

nz festival of the arts

Kopernikus a 'rambling dissertation on life and death'

Sellars describes this work as a "mind-blowing" mix of The Magic Flute, Tristan and Isolde and Alice in Wonderland.

Claude Vivier led a depressingly difficult life; orphaned, destined to be a priest, openly gay, becoming eventually Canada's most pre-eminent composer.

BLACK TIES brings cultures together

"We wanted to make a show that our elders, our aunties and uncles, in fact all of our community, could enjoy," says ...

A heart-warming performance is on the cards in a show commissioned by both Māori and Aboriginal First Nations theatre companies.

'Kopernikus' revived for festival

Sellars describes this work as a "mind-blowing" mix of The Magic Flute, Tristan and Isolde and Alice in Wonderland.

'Kopernikus' takes audiences on a journey of reconciliation and transcendence following loss and death, guided by Mozart, Wagner, and Lewis Carroll.

'In Search of Dinozord' a brave move

Linyekula's final solo is a twitching, frenetic, bird-like flurry amidst a circle of papers that symbolise the writings ...

Soundings Theatre at Te Papa is decolonised and filled with indigenous voices.

'Goodbye Naughton' surprises, moves and charms

10022020 PHOTO: SUPPLIED From hip-hop to contemporary dance, and Polynesian dance to theatre, Goodbye Naughton pays ...

Aloalii Tapu's performance is refreshingly candid and expertly crafted.

business

Looking for a house? Good luck

Auckland is still a very expensive city to buy in.

There are significantly less homes for sale across NZ this year, as builders struggle to keep up with demand.

Christine gets her cycle trail video

Wainuiomata's Christine Green  has been lobbying NZTA and the Hutt City Council for four years to have a heartland cycle ...

After four years of not taking "no" for an answer, Christine Green has her cycle trail which she hopes will bring business back to town.

$8000 payout after stealing fuel

The fuel purchases could not be explained by normal work patterns, the Employment Relations Authority found.

Roofer's fuel card used for multiple big purchases within hours.

'It's a great time to be selling your house'

Trade Me reported a 6 per cent increase in views on properties for sale in January, compared to a year earlier.

Get ready for 2020 property price bounce, Trade Me says.

Judge, bowler, champion dad

In the heat of Tonga Ford, pictured with wife Valda, had to wear full ceremonial wig and robe for the opening and ...

Tony Ford's clients included prime ministers in a life full of family, fun, and the law.

Comment

It's time to pipe up and fix water

Wellington Water staff work on fixing sewerage pipes on Willis St, in the city.

OPINION: Problems with water and sewage not good enough in a modern, wealthy city, says Nicola Willis.

More handwashing, less handwringing.

You want powerful protective measures against the new virus? They're already at hand.

OPINION: We ignore the simplest expert advice at our peril.

My alternative Lotto advice

The lines were busy at the Take Note store in Dinsdale, Hamilton, on Saturday as punters bought tickets for the $50 ...

OPINION: Never mind tips for the winners. It's the losers who need some guidance.

I'll be dancing with myself

Not too close: How would Dancing with the Stars looks if coronavirus forced all the contestants to self-isolate?

OPINION: Will Covid-19 hit Dancing with the Stars? And how about the election?

Warning system could help virus fight

A masked passenger disembarked from the quarantined Diamond Princess cruise ship walks at a port in Yokohama, near ...

OPINION: Initiatives like FluTrackers could be an important weapon in the global fight against coronavirus.

Culture

What's On in Porirua and Kāpiti

Mana Tawa Grey Power Meeting: Guest Speaker: Craig Nicholson, Principal Project Manager, Transmission Gully Project, ...

Check out what's happening near you.

'Eight Songs for a Mad King' worthy experience

Coupled with a physical, out-of-control movement, one wonders just how he will survive doing the role 12 times in six days.

Baritone Robert Tucker offers a virtuoso display of disintegration nothing short of astonishing.

Two unlikely music styles become one

The pair will perform at the Michael Fowler Centre this Wednesday, March 4 at 8pm.

American folk music and Italian percussion will meet at the Michael Fowler Centre.

Kopernikus a 'rambling dissertation on life and death'

Sellars describes this work as a "mind-blowing" mix of The Magic Flute, Tristan and Isolde and Alice in Wonderland.

Claude Vivier led a depressingly difficult life; orphaned, destined to be a priest, openly gay, becoming eventually Canada's most pre-eminent composer.

Doctor of drama makes show

"In my teenage years, I was very, very passionate about acting - that's where I saw my life heading," Wenley says.

Drama lecturer James Wenley hits the stage for the first time in 10 years.

Capital Life

'Eight Songs for a Mad King' worthy experience

Coupled with a physical, out-of-control movement, one wonders just how he will survive doing the role 12 times in six days.

Baritone Robert Tucker offers a virtuoso display of disintegration nothing short of astonishing.

Street fight to stop art ripoffs

Street artist Xoe Hall is launching a website to help street artists know their rights when it comes to copyright law ...

Street artist Xoë Hall is fighting a campaign against bad exposure - companies making money ripping off street art.

Two unlikely music styles become one

The pair will perform at the Michael Fowler Centre this Wednesday, March 4 at 8pm.

American folk music and Italian percussion will meet at the Michael Fowler Centre.

The bar that's really a restaurant

Mason is the brainchild of Matt Hawkes, formerly of Rita in Aro Valley.

Mason is the brainchild of Matt Hawkes, formerly of Aro Valley's Rita.

Kopernikus a 'rambling dissertation on life and death'

Sellars describes this work as a "mind-blowing" mix of The Magic Flute, Tristan and Isolde and Alice in Wonderland.

Claude Vivier led a depressingly difficult life; orphaned, destined to be a priest, openly gay, becoming eventually Canada's most pre-eminent composer.

Sport

Live: Hurricanes v Sunwolves

Hurricanes midfielder Ngani Laumape scores a try during the win over Sharks at Sky Stadium earlier this month.

Jason Holland's in-form side return from the bye to face the Japanese franchise in Napier.

Phoenix's new Aussie star

Cameron Devlin celebrates a game-winning goal scored by Ulises Davila.

From benchwarmer to breakout performer, Phoenix midfielder hasn't looked back since leaving A-League champions.

Shock loss for Osei-Nketia

Edward Osei-Nketia.

Teen sprint sensation beaten at Capital Classic.

Dynamo Devlin wants Olympics shot

Cameron Devlin has been a revelation for the Phoenix.

He's been a revelation for the Phoenix but Cameron Devlin was overlooked for the latest under-23 squad.

Ferns star switches to Germany

Former New Zealand under-17 midfielder Maya Hahn has switched allegiance to Germany.

A top New Zealand football prospect is switching allegiance to Germany in a move she hopes will benefit her promising career.

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