New ZealandCouncil byelection to cost $120,000 after Greens win Wellington CentralTamatha Paul pulled off a historic victory by flipping the safe Labour seat.30 Oct 04:15 AM
New ZealandTory Whanau open to selling airport shares amid cost crunchWellington's mayor admits she will also have to 'let go' of some of her campaign promises.30 Oct 12:32 AM
New ZealandRuthless-Empire homicide: 'We still need justice for our baby', family saysThe toddler died as a result of blunt force trauma suffered up to 12 hours earlier.29 Oct 10:45 PM
New ZealandCouncil paying $25m a year in interest on debtWellington City Council's AA+ credit rating now has a negative outlook.29 Oct 10:07 PM
New ZealandTeens wearing school uniforms spotted leaving scene of suspicious firePolice are seeking CCTV footage from residents or business owners in the area.28 Oct 02:17 AM
New ZealandInterislander changes refund process as passengers wait six weeks to get money backA Commerce Commission investigation into the Cook Strait ferry company is ongoing.28 Oct 01:42 AM
New ZealandWhānau gather to farewell baby Ruthless-Empire, homicide investigation continuesLoved ones released balloons into the sky to mark what would have been his birthday.28 Oct 01:24 AM
New ZealandHipkins on his new relationship, how they met when she interned for him as an MPThe Labour Party leader reveals why he went public about his new relationship.27 Oct 07:28 PM
New ZealandYoung teens referred to youth services after Wellington building fireThe four youths were aged 13 and 14.27 Oct 04:19 AM
New ZealandDevastation in Taita after violent death of toddlerCouncillor Naomi Shaw said the community is in shock, but banding together.27 Oct 03:00 AM
New ZealandPolice search Otaki for missing man with back injury, last seen two weeks agoDuncan Hill has been known to spend time alone, or with "spiritual groups".27 Oct 01:51 AM
New ZealandPolice release new information in search for missing Ōtaki kayakerThe woman may have been in a single-seat yellow kayak, not a two-seater.27 Oct 12:21 AM
New ZealandPerson of interest in Baby Ruthless-Empire death facing separate violence chargesPolice are interested in three people, one already before the courts for violence.26 Oct 09:54 PM
New ZealandWho killed baby Ru? ‘Broken’ family ask for those responsible to ‘do the right thing’Toddler died in Hutt Hospital on Sunday.26 Oct 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Level of violence difficult to fathom': Probe into toddler's death upgraded to homicide investigationRuthless-Empire Souljah Reign Rhind Shepherd Wall died in Hutt Hospital on Sunday.26 Oct 02:14 AM
New ZealandWellington’s Michael Fowler Centre could be demolished: councillorCouncillor Tony Randle says they can't go through with another project like the Town Hall.26 Oct 01:05 AM
New ZealandFuneral held for Miramar homicide victimIrene Katsougiannis was allegedly killed by her son in her home.25 Oct 11:58 PM
New ZealandMum says toddler allegedly found with baby wipe in mouth was ‘murdered’Police say the toddler's death is unexplained.25 Oct 09:25 PM
New Zealand'Stalemate': Council votes to plug Wellington Town Hall blowoutThe council has agreed to fund a cost increase of up to $147m.25 Oct 02:46 AM
New ZealandCar crashes into Porirua property, one person seriously injuredThe Serious Crash unit has been advised.25 Oct 02:22 AM
New ZealandMiramar homicide victim to be farewelled at private serviceIrene Katsougiannis was allegedly killed by her son in her home.24 Oct 11:05 PM
New ZealandBaby wipes in mouth of 'vibrant, happy' child who died, police investigateRuthless-Empire was the 'most vibrant, happiest child', his grand-aunt says.24 Oct 09:54 PM
New ZealandIndependent experts find potential $1b hole in Wellington City Council booksBut the council has hit back, saying the claim is based on old figures.24 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandToddler who died in unexplained circumstances was 'the soul' of his familyRuthless-Empire was one day away from turning 2 when he died in Hutt Hospital.24 Oct 04:11 AM
New ZealandDiving equipment, smart watch found on beach in search for missing diver Jinting GuoGuo has been missing since Thursday.24 Oct 03:29 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandOpinion: Tory Whanau plagued by dysfunction, complaints, leakingLittle has been learnt from a $90,000 review of the previous council's problems.23 Oct 11:00 PM
New ZealandPolice investigation after unexplained death of babyThe infant was taken to hospital unresponsive.23 Oct 09:41 PM
New ZealandWellington bus drivers to be back-paid seven months of higher wagesKinetic workers' wages to be lifted to average rate of $30/hour, backdated to April 1.20 Oct 04:37 AM
New ZealandSlack safety and weak leadership blamed for port deathsTwo men died at seperate ports in April last year.20 Oct 01:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandHeritage building subject of landmark court case to be demolished after fireWrangle over earthquake-prone building rules, heritage and the question of who pays.19 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandGolden Mile contract close to being signed, despite National’s oppositionPlan to remove cars could sneak through while National forms a Government.19 Oct 06:14 AM
New ZealandWellington death: Son revealed as suspected killer, found dead in Hong KongWoman was found dead in her home on Monday, the same day her son died in Hong Kong.19 Oct 01:13 AM
New ZealandVicious attack on Porirua shopkeeper: 15yo boy culprit too young to prosecuteThe victim is still fighting for his life in intensive care a fortnight after attack.18 Oct 08:37 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionShayne Currie'Tank is empty': Top news boss quitsEvery major New Zealand newsroom will now have had a new leader within 12 months.18 Oct 04:04 AM
