Wellington Region

Protestors have begun a tit for tat with Wellington City Council, removing fencing that blocks off the City to Sea bridge, which is planned for demolition.

A man plans to "muck around in the creeks" after gaining a two-year gold prospecting permit near Zealandia.

Maya Moore caused $2 million in damage after setting fires at the neighbouring properties.

Wellington's mayor says no contracts have been signed for the demolition of the City to Sea Bridge.

The council plans to construct a predator fence that will stop such animals from getting into the area.

Of the 38 structures identified as high priority in Carterton, four were categorised as urgent.

The Lower Hutt plant has been notorious in the community for causing a stink.

The capital's mayor says it's sensible to wait until the government's review of the seismic risk of some buildings is released.

A Te Aro building was surrounded by police, firefighters and paramedics, while "distraction devices" were used to engage with the man.

As it happened: Police will remain at the Webb Street address conducting further enquiries.

The 48-year-old man, who is known to the woman, was arrested last night.

A man, whose identity is suppressed, is currently on trial at the High Court in Wellington.

The union says hundreds of workers across libraries, recreation, and city safety are facing uncertainty.

The cladding outside the bell tower is now being tested, but the Ministry for Culture and Heritage says it expected the 'unexpected'.

Some Wellingtonians are dismayed that the council has closed a bridge linking the city to sea.

Cellist Caitlin Morris says the Wairarapa Youth Orchestra nurtures a new generation of musicians and gives rural youth an important social outlet.

Thunderstorms lashed Wellington overnight, with strong winds closing parts of SH2.

A garage in Te Horo is buzzing to the sounds of backyard builders making traps to protect birds moving between the coast and the Tararua range.

High winds hit parts of the North Island, while heavy rain and snow are forecast in the South.

DeLuney was found guilty of the violent murder by a Wellington High Court jury in July.