New ZealandSister, 14, had to break news of siblings' deaths in horrific tanker crash to parentsThe teen had to translate news of the deaths to her parents on behalf of police.21 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandThe issue Wellington's mayor and Wayne Brown agree onThe two city leaders have pitched their hopes ahead of the election.21 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandMotorcyclist seriously injured in Mākara crashEmergency services were called to the scene in western Wellington this afternoon.21 Sep 05:42 AM
New ZealandKāpiti police officer injured after shooting himselfThe officer was helping with a search.21 Sep 02:54 AM
New ZealandWinston Peters 'terribly disappointed' by sale of iconic Wellington cafePeters has been dining at The Green Parrot since the 1970s.20 Sep 11:10 PM
New ZealandKayakers rescued after capsizing off Petone beachPolice say the two men were 'very cold' by the time they were rescued.20 Sep 07:27 PM
New Zealand‘It’s okay to reach out: Former Wellington mayor on dad’s suicideJustin Lester was 11 years old when his father took his own life.20 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandLegal action launched over plan to remove cars from Wellington’s Golden MileEarly construction work is due to begin next week.20 Sep 05:19 AM
New ZealandNational will scrap Golden Mile plan if contract remains unsignedThe party says it would be inappropriate to sign the contract this close to the election.19 Sep 11:18 PM
New ZealandDoctor asks mum if Down syndrome baby should be resuscitatedThe woman was 'shocked' at the implications of the doctor's comment.19 Sep 10:44 PM
New ZealandInterislander freight ferry to set sail for Greece after saleKiwiRail bought the Valentine in January of this year.19 Sep 07:58 PM
New ZealandPolice name siblings killed in Shannon milk tanker crashThe brother and sister were killed in the crash on September 6.19 Sep 02:46 AM
New ZealandChild dragged across social worker's lounge floor after abuse claimsThe girl had just told the social worker, a friend from church, she was being beaten.18 Sep 11:36 PM
New ZealandFirst glimpse of Shelly Bay since housing development scrappedThe road has been closed for months due to an asbestos risk.18 Sep 10:35 PM
New ZealandMayor, officials on $50,000 Asia tripTory Whanau is leading a 10-day business delegation to China, Japan, and South Korea.18 Sep 05:05 AM
Crime'I tried so hard to shut up': Child tells police of alleged abuseThe girl suffered an "ugly" head wound after one of the alleged incidents.18 Sep 04:57 AM
New ZealandNelson woman searching for the ‘guardian angel’ who helped her through terrifying flight from WellingtonWinds in Wellington topped 100km/h yesterday.18 Sep 02:33 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandWhy Wellington’s ‘financial crisis’ is being kept secretThe city is facing a financial reality that could hamper Mayor Tory Whanau's big promises.17 Sep 05:00 PM
CrimeTurf war: Man steals lawn in the dead of night, police investigatingA security camera caught footage of the man stealing new rolls of lawn.15 Sep 05:21 AM
CrimeMan charged after armed robbery at Wellington barA manager was allegedly dragged through the restaurant in the incident.15 Sep 04:14 AM
New ZealandRestore Passenger Rail protester charged with assault after spray paint incidentTwo people were arrested after a luxury car dealership was paint-bombed in Wellington.15 Sep 02:17 AM
New ZealandThe Terrace in Wellington blocked off after fireIt's believed a power box caught fire.14 Sep 05:06 AM
New ZealandRestore Passenger Rail protesters spray Wellington car dealership with paintPolice have arrested three people and charges are being considered.14 Sep 02:05 AM
New Zealand‘Financial crisis’: Wellington City Council told to drastically cut capital spendingHundreds of millions of dollars may need to be cut in the coming years.14 Sep 01:11 AM
New ZealandPhone scammer reportedly posing as police officerPolice and other government agencies will never call and ask for credit card details.13 Sep 08:56 PM
New ZealandMan resorts to digging trench in three-month wait for leak to be fixedWellington is running out of water and faces severe restrictions this summer.13 Sep 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandDire Strait: Decision delayed on mega ferry terminal cost blow-outMinisters won't say whether the issue will be resolved before the upcoming election.13 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandKiri Allan pleads not guilty to refusing to accompany police after crashThe former Justice Minister's court hearing has been delayed until after the election.12 Sep 11:24 PM
New Zealand'Callous and inexcusable': Dad shot and killed while in car with childrenHori Gage was shot and killed in a car outside home, while his kids watched.12 Sep 08:58 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionGeorgina CampbellA Capital Letter: No, I don’t want your dog on the beachThe worst experience is finding you've put your towel down on top of dog poo.12 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandYour child's abuser could still have a say: What you need to knowEven exes who committed serious assaults and had been absent for years still have a say.12 Sep 04:00 AM
New ZealandMum 'disgusted' abusive ex gets say over brain-damaged son's nameThe boy has the developmental age of a toddler after being shaken as a baby by his father.11 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandPolice investigating suspicious firearms listThe handwritten list contains the contact details for 20 people.11 Sep 03:50 AM