Latest Wellington news
Farming, science and family through the generations
Gordon Stephenson’s family have embraced inquiry-based learning in their farming.
Suspected gas leak forces evacuation of Wellington sports centre
After 90 minutes, firefighters confirmed there was no gas leak at the site.
Reserve Bank admits 'regret' over handling of Orr's resignation after Willis criticism
The bank's chair has apparently acknowledged it could have done better.
Toddler died from 'invisible' head injury after fall at daycare
The boy might have survived if he received prompt treatment, the coroner said.
On The Up: Jacinda Ardern's inspirational message to Kiwi athlete breaking water polo barriers
Violette Perry balanced rigorous academics and sports at Yale.
Ferry breakdown leaves passengers stranded overnight near Wellington
KiwiRail cancelled two sailings to allow for further testing after the breakdown.
Society Insider: Chef Al Brown dating businesswoman; Buyers sought to co-own slice of $30m Queenstown hotel
Plus, meet the former St Kent's student fulfilling her Ivy League dreams.
On The Up: Father-son Chatham Cup magic remembered as crunch knockout match looms
Meet the younger member of a special Chatham Cup family dynasty.
Numbers drawn for Lotto's $17m Powerball prize
Time to check your tickets to see if you're a winner.
Watch – 'Freaky and very loud': Twisters touch down in Taranaki, locals fear for safety
Powerco crews restored power to two properties in Pungarehu.
Local football returns to McLean Park after 30 year absence
Football was possibly the first sport played at McLean Park, in 1910.
Watch: Auckland’s first electric ferry is on the water - but chargers way behind schedule
PLUS: Ferry's Auckland designer wins huge US contract.
The 'sobering' report on Māori kids in the system: ‘My dreams will come true...even if it takes a while’
The “oranga tamariki system” includes Oranga Tamariki, police and several ministries.
'Master manipulator': Woman, 68, set up charity to steal money from friends
The serial fraudster told victims her daughter had died so she could extract more money.
Armed police intervention: Tunnel reopens after firearm incident
Police received a report of a firearm incident in Kilbirnie.
Police investigate death of musician found in Wellington apartments
Not knowing the 'biggest thing' for upset neighbours and locals.
Michael Campbell reflects on US Open glory, 20 years on
'It’s one of those things you’ll never forget ... being hunted down by Tiger in his prime'
Man on meth hit water at 98km/h after Wellington crane leap
Jarreth Colquhoun waved to a crowd below before jumping into Wellington Harbour.
Deepfake porn to covert recordings: Are our laws keeping up with tech?
Act MP Laura McClure showed a nude deepfake of herself in Parliament.
Tech Insider: A $529 phone, bought in March, can only make 3G calls; IRD’s AI warning; Musk’s pain is Beck’s gain; a self-employed Wellington man scores a $16K Google Cloud refund
PLUS: Elon Musk's pain is Sir Peter Beck's gain.
Brad Pitt's West Auckland crib for sale
Movie star stayed at multi-million-dollar Parihoa Estate while filming new movie in NZ.
CV warning: Agents claim tens of thousands of Auckland homes have been overvalued
The new rating valuations don't factor in Watercare restrictions.
Car news and advice
Are new car smells toxic? What you should know before buying
Behind that plasticky, leather-adjacent aroma lies a complex cocktail.
Mazda CX-3 SP20 long-term test: paper trail
It's time for our annual long-term car team task.
Fieldays 2025: 10 things for car people to check out
It's an electric ute showdown (among other things) at Fieldays this year.
More Wellington news
Aucklanders wake to thunderstorms, 5000 lightning strikes overnight
Residents will be inspecting their properties for damage.
JetStar launches sale on more than 55,000 domestic, international flights
Discounts are available on the soon to be established Hamilton to Sydney route.