Wellington Region
Tory Whanau quits Wellington mayoral race
She says former Labour MP Andrew Little entering the race "changed the game".
Not too late to save the City to Sea Bridge - lawyers
Lawyers for a group challenging the Wellington City Council's plan to demolish the City to Sea Bridge say it is not too late to consider other options.
Timing off for Wellington's Golden mile upgrade - businesses
It's taken the best part of a decade but sod has finally been turned on Wellington's Golden mile upgrade. The $116 million dollar plan was part of the "Let's Get Wellington Moving" initiative before… Audio
Multiple possible sightings of missing Wellington 12-year-old
Police say there have been multiple unconfirmed sightings of missing 12-year-old William Walmsley.
Around the motu:Diane McCarthy in Whakatane
Diane discusses the latest events in Whakatane including updates on the upcoming local elections. Audio
Man suspected of Masterton church fires still hasn't been caught
Police are still appealing for information following six suspicious fires in February.
100-year-old veteran shares wartime memories
Stanley Welch reflected on his time in World War II, living in London during the Blitz, and his encounter with former US president Dwight D Eisenhower.
'The vibes are good': 'Vibrant' atmosphere for paddlers' national champs
More than 1000 people from 59 clubs all over the country have gathered in Porirua for the event.
Kiwi clothing designer packs up to do business in Australia
Jerome Taylor launched the high-end fashion brand nearly 10 years ago and it's been featured in Vogue Magazine and had showings at Fashion Weeks overseas and at home. He even had the backing of a… Audio
Report recommends partial remediation option for Petone wharf
Hutt City Council has a maximum budget of $12 million for the wharf, but full restoration will likely cost $14.2 million.
House 'not fit for human occupation'
A landlord ordered to fix a property described as "not fit for human occupation", instead removed windows and replaced them with cardboard and cling wrap - and then left the country.
Volunteers run StarJam workshops after charity closes
Tutor Connie Bollen, who had taken up the mantle for the Wellington city-based group, said things had stayed pretty much the same. Audio
Man facing multiple charges after five police officers injured
Four vehicles, including three police cars, were rammed during the incident in Lower Hutt.
Hospital, luxury dog hotel among quirky properties up for grabs
The properties up for sale in Wellington and North Wairarapa each have unique features and intriguing backstories.
'I'm innocent': Baby Ru's mum speaks about day her son was killed
The defenceless little boy, two days shy of celebrating his second birthday, suffered blunt force trauma so severe it fractured his skull and led to his death in 2023.
Gang tangi convoy to travel through Wellington, warn police
Motorists in the wider Wellington region are being warned that a large number of gang members will be travelling in the area for a funeral.
Wild, windy Easter weather starts to recede
Heavy rain has continued to pelt central New Zealand, as the holiday weekend comes to a close.
Still no charges laid after digger smashes up Wairarapa café
Building owner Bruce Sullivan says everyone in the community believes they know the man behind the wheel.
Phoenix captain announces retirement just before last game
The Wellington Phoenix women's captain Annalie Longo has played her last game in the bright yellow strip.
Pedestrian carried on car bonnet in hit and run
Police are appealing for information after a person was injured after being hit by a car in Wellington.
