Articles by Katrina Bennett
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National
'Like Police Ten 7': Florist reveals Julie Anne Genter filmed her during confrontation
Friday, 3 May 2024, 12:46pmA Wellington florist who claims to have been intimidated by Julie Anne Genter in her shop says the situation was made worse...
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National
How many extra-curricular activities should our children be doing?
Wednesday, 24 January 2024, 12:26pmWith school starting next week, it’s time for parents and kids to get organised – and the Herald is here to help. Today Katrina...
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Wellington
Nudity complaints sparks new warning signs at Te Papa exhibition
Monday, 20 July 2020, 11:14amNew warning signs are being installed after an art exhibition featuring nudity sparked complaints at Te Papa. MAU: House...
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National
Hutt Mayor opens his lunchbox to support councillor's 'no free lunch' stance
Tuesday, 30 May 2017, 11:33amHutt City Mayor Ray Wallace is leading by example, bringing his own packed lunch to work today. LISTEN ABOVE: Ray Wallace...
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National
Demolition of Wellington's Reading Cinema carpark underway
Wednesday, 4 January 2017, 6:14amDemolition of Wellington's Reading Cinema carpark underway
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National
Fortnight away from Reading Cinema car park's demolition
Wednesday, 21 December 2016, 10:07amThe demolition of Wellington's Reading Cinema carpark building is set to begin in two weeks. The multi-level car park has...
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Crime
Soldier admits supplying 'N-bomb' to colleagues
Wednesday, 17 February 2016, 11:18amA New Zealand soldier has admitted supplying drugs to his colleagues. Private Luke Brame has pleaded guilty at a court martial...
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Crime
Capital crimes concern police
Friday, 12 June 2015, 12:39pmA violent week in the Capital has police hunting offenders from one coastline to the other. There have been two shootings...
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Wellington
Tunnel commuters stalled by stool
Thursday, 11 June 2015, 7:03amAn early morning toilet break in the middle of Wellington's Mount Victoria Tunnel has caused some delays for commuters. As...
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Wellington
Council on high alert as flooding hits
Tuesday, 12 May 2015, 12:38pmParts of Wellington are again flooded and the City Council concedes it has a problem on its hands. Torrential rain has drenched...
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Wellington
Wellington train fire causes service suspensions
Friday, 8 May 2015, 7:59amUPDATED 9:58am: Kapiti train commuters are being warned to expect significant delays after a small fire on a freight train. The...
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Lower North Island
Boy hit by car to be interviewed by police
Wednesday, 18 March 2015, 1:23pmPolice will today speak with a young boy hit by a car while on a pedestrian crossing outside a Palmerston North school. The...
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National
Wellington train surfers slammed
Monday, 9 March 2015, 8:41amUPDATED 9.57am: Two Hutt Valley train surfers could face fines of up to $10,000 if they're caught. A motorist shot a video...
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Wellington
Water restrictions urged in Wellington
Friday, 27 February 2015, 9:35amWellingtonians are being urged to cut their water use as the region runs dry.The capital's water supply rivers are flowing...
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Lower North Island
Delays expected on Kapiti train line
Thursday, 26 February 2015, 8:22amCommuters are being encouraged to plan for potential delays this morning after a tree fell on the Kapiti rail line. The large...
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Wellington
Wellington stuttering in amalgamation bid?
Thursday, 26 February 2015, 6:21amDoubts appear to be creeping in over plans to create a Wellington super-city. A survey commissioned by the city council shows...
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National
Fire crews rescue trapped Victoria students
Monday, 23 February 2015, 7:35amUpdated 12.45pm: Overloading is being blamed for an incident which saw a large group of Wellington students trapped in a...
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Wellington
Wellington councillors unite over dangerous intersection
Friday, 20 February 2015, 1:11pmCouncillors have joined concerned residents at a dangerous Karori intersection in a push for urgent safety improvements. Wellington...
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Wellington
Kaka parrot killed in protected area
Friday, 20 February 2015, 1:07pmA dog has killed a fledgling kaka in what's supposed to be a predator-free part of Wellington. Wellington City Council park...
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Crime
Ramming police a short term solution
Friday, 20 February 2015, 7:24amTwo people will appear in court today after ramming a police car in Island Bay. Inspector Dave Rose says a patrol car noticed...
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Entertainment
New film museum location unknown
Wednesday, 18 February 2015, 1:33pmWellington City Council says it's definitely on board, but won't confirm where it's looking to build a new film museum. Councillors...
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National
Capital Connection ditches buffet carriage
Wednesday, 18 February 2015, 8:15amThe Capital Connection is losing its buffet carriage as its future remains unclear. KiwiRail will remove the buffet car from...
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Wellington
Greens push for free Saturday bus rides
Tuesday, 17 February 2015, 1:01pmGreen politicians are leading a push to make Saturday bus rides free in the capital. Greater Wellington Regional Councillor...
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National
Killed teenager's name released
Tuesday, 17 February 2015, 7:58amPolice have named the teenager killed in Palmerston North in the early hours of Sunday morning. He was Jarryn Lawton. The...
