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More than 100 people help clean up Wellington's waterfront
On average each year, the clean up usually collects around 1500 litres of rubbish Audio
The story of Lola the cat
For years she was the undisputed Queen of Aro Park - a mural was even painted with the proclamation. But how did she gain fame? Audio
Death of a beloved Wellington park cat spurs tributes
The passing of Lola, the Aro Park cat, was announced on her Facebook page on Monday, with the post attracting more than 100 comments.
Hutt Valley bar managers step up security after spate of armed robberies
Since December, three Hutt Valley bars have been targeted in similar ways and police say the crimes may be linked. Audio
'End of the road': Wellington café to shut its doors after 12 years
Spruce Goose, located near Wellington Airport, said in a post on social media it had been unable to secure a new lease.
Popular café forced to shut by filmmaker's property company opens for the last time
The Miramar establishment, which has operated since 2009, is closing after Sir Peter Jackson's company WingNut PM terminated its lease.
Fisherman's yellow leggings helped save him after capsizing
The men were found off Tolaga Bay on Wednesday, after their commercial boat Sidetracked capsized suddenly when it got tangled in a craypot line.
Wellington is hosting an international floorball tournament - but what is it?
Floorball is particularly popular in Scandanavian countries, but it's beginning to pick up in popularity here too.
Ferry cancellations: Stranded travellers left with thousands in costs
Travellers whose sailings were cancelled by Bluebridge in the past week could not get another booking until the end of January.
Drivers report chipped windscreens from Transmission Gully roadworks
People have taken to social media posting photos of the chipped windscreens.
'Shambles': Metlink troubles make for sour return to work
Commuters say the number of buses sent to replace trains has been inadequate, while some buses haven't showed up or left earlier than scheduled.
Owners warned to control dogs after Auckland penguin attacks
A spate of dog attacks at Piha and Te Henga have seen seven birds found dead in the last month.
Former Gloriavale teacher applauds 'courageous government department'
The Secretary for Education has cancelled Gloriavale School's registration, effective from 23 January. Audio
Te Papa exhibition takes visitors on a journey into nature
Breathe | Mauri Ora opens at Te Papa this weekend and uses an immersive experience to explore the rhythm that cultivates and connects all life - breath. Audio
Bids set to close for historic Wellington chapel
Potential new owners for Erskine Chapel have until this afternoon to put in their bids to buy it.
Tourists stunned at speed of Tongariro fire
Volker and Jan Seipel hiked the Tongariro Crossing just hours before a blaze of over 320 hectares broke out.
Record number of Christmas Boxes, as need becomes 'dire'
PM Christopher Luxon, former All Blacks Pita Alatini and Eroni Clark, and MasterChef judge Michael Dearth joined about 2500 other volunteers to pack boxes.
US climber killed in fall on Aoraki, French guide was 'careful and diligent'
Internationally-recognised guide Thomas Vialletet called the job a 'dream that came true'.
Wellington City Council votes to review Golden Mile
Council officers are now predicting the project, which was budgeted to cost $139 million, could cost up to $220 million.
Daily smoking numbers plateau, slight increase in vapers
The prevalence for daily smoking had dropped just a fraction from 6.9 to 6.8 percent.
Residents challenge 'unlawful' Wellington flight path changes
A change to flight paths in December 2022 meant fewer departures over Newlands and more over Khandallah and Broadmeadows.
Residents challenge 'unlawful' Wellington flight path changes
A change to flight paths in December 2022 meant fewer departures over Newlands and more over Khandallah and Broadmeadows.
Father of man who drowned in harbour appalled by mayor's video
New Wellington Mayor Andrew Little posted a video on social media announcing the removal of safety fences, standing on the waterfront.
Seymour put people at risk with media event at measles-testing spot, Labour says
Some people being tested onsite were understood to be considered close contacts and were in quarantine.
'Like rotting flesh': 'Voodoo' flower blooming just in time for Halloween
With two lilies preparing to bloom at Wellington's Begonia House, there's still time for you to have a sniff - if you dare.