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Govt unveils $70m fund to lure global acts, support major events

New funding aimed at helping attract global acts, support local events, and drive regional visitor growth.

Lake Hāwea residents push back against plan to lower lake levels

Locals fear return of dust storms and dry bores under fast-track hydro proposal, while Contact Energy says move could cut emissions and ease power prices.

Wellington mayoral poll: One candidate holds commanding lead

Andrew Little's emergence as the frontrunner in the race comes after incumbent mayor Tory Whanau pulled out in April.

Shooting up candidate's hoarding 'beyond a step too far'

A resident said people were woken by up to seven gunshots just before 2am on Monday.