WellingtonWellington mayoral candidate says he’d quit and call in commissioners if council blocked his policiesKarl Tiefenbacher says he’d seek to replace the council if he can't deliver his goals.01 Oct 01:36 AM
New ZealandWellington mayoral candidate Karl Tiefenbacher vows to resign if unable to implement policiesTiefenbacher says he would resign as mayor and ask the Government to call in commissioners if his council stopped him from delivering on his policies. Video / Mark MitchellWatch01 Oct 12:07 AM
Wellington'Diabolical': Ex-mayors fume as pay info, council sexual harassment claim in desk at tipThe cache containing serious workplace allegations was in a old desk sold at the dump.25 Sep 09:07 PM
Wellington‘I’m appalled’: Stash of top-secret files found in old mayoral desk sold to man at dump25 Sep 07:31 PM
New ZealandHighly confidential council documents found in old mayoral desk bought from tip shopWatch25 Sep 05:00 PM
Wellington'It needs to be pulled down': Neighbours welcome demolition of abandoned home20 Sep 03:35 AM
PremiumWellington'We argued about it for years': Transmission Gully delivers $79m in benefits19 Sep 01:18 AM
PremiumWellington'Woke' uproar or 'catastrophic blow'? Shane Jones defends prospecting bid near Zealandia14 Sep 08:00 PM
New ZealandWellington councillor compared to Charlie Kirk's alleged assassin in 'disgusting' post13 Sep 10:57 PM
WellingtonSir Peter Jackson’s vision realised as 'majestic' peninsula becomes public reserve The Wellington space is expected to be open to the public within the next 6 to 12 months.10 Sep 03:44 AM
PremiumPremiumWellingtonConsultants called in to review Wellington City Council, layoffs expectedConsultancy firm Deloitte is looking into the council's staffing and services.08 Sep 11:28 PM
PremiumPremiumWellingtonWellington tunnel plans 'shrouded in secrecy' as consultant costs hit $7mMt Victoria residents say they've heard 'nothing' of plans, as consultant spending rises.07 Sep 05:00 PM
WellingtonNZ's 'queer Mecca' adopts official rainbow action planThe city has the highest proportion of LGBTIQ+ people at 11.3%.04 Sep 04:58 AM
PremiumPremiumWellington'A clear lack of vision': Wellington’s businesses on how fix ‘stagnant’ city growthThey're calling for rates reform, a PR campaign to rebrand the city, and amalgamation.02 Sep 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Incredibly brutal': Councillors react to quick bridge demolition planThe capital's 33m City to Sea bridge no longer meets earthquake standards. 01 Sep 08:44 PM
PremiumPremiumWellington'Desperate to deflect responsibility': Mayor fires back at Willis in economic blame gameThe city's leaders are defending their record and Whanau is fighting back.27 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumWellingtonThe city suffering as 177 businesses shut – does Nicola Willis accept any blame?New numbers show the region's economy continues to be hit more than the national average.26 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandInsanity defence planned as hostel fire murder trial startsFive people died in the Loafers Lodge blaze in May 2023 in Wellington.24 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandMayoral candidates are divided on whether Māori wards are neededSome candidates say Māori wards aren't needed, others are fighting to retain them.17 Aug 05:00 PM
WellingtonCosts soar for Wellington sludge facility, now $83m over budget It works out to $6636 per Wellington household with council working out how to pay bill. 14 Aug 12:36 AM
Herald NOWWellington council votes against proposed waterfront safety railsWellington City Council has voted against dropping $7 million on a water front fence.Watch07 Aug 07:47 PM
Wellington'Aggressive behaviour': Wellington mayoral candidate led by security from debateRob Goulden was accused of shouting at organisers after a debate snub.07 Aug 02:00 AM
PremiumPremiumWellingtonCrown observer says Tory Whanau made right call not to seek re-electionLindsay McKenzie says the mayor's lack of local government experience has showed.05 Aug 11:44 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionOpinion: Relentless rates and projects push Wellington off trackWellington must axe poor-value spending. Every dollar spent must deliver public value.04 Aug 04:59 PM
PremiumPremiumWellingtonWellington mayoral race: Who’s in and who’s out as nominations closeThe candidates include current councillors, a former cabinet minister, and a clown.01 Aug 12:00 AM
WellingtonControversial Wellington mayoral candidate quits race, cites 'personal attacks'Graham Bloxham says he's decided not to run after 'talking to the neighbour’s cat'.29 Jul 06:15 AM
WellingtonBullying, defamation, threats: Wellington City councillors worst in NZ for staff complaintsCouncillors have been accused of being inappropriate and intimidating to staff.27 Jul 11:22 PM
Wellington'Failed to show respect': CEO closes case on councillor's gossip emailMatt Prosser said he didn't condone the behaviour but won't investigate further.25 Jul 12:54 AM
New Zealand'Experience, not noise': Diane Calvert joins Wellington mayoralty raceA few weeks ago, Calvert said she wouldn't run for mayor. She's changed her mind.18 Jul 09:59 PM
PremiumPremiumWellingtonClothing store’s vote of confidence in capital's struggling economyThe premium menswear retailer has expanded while others nearby have shut up shop.18 Jul 12:00 AM
WellingtonMore candidates ditch Ray Chung’s campaign group after 'vile' email scandalIndependent Together has now lost three candidates in wake of Chung's Tory Whanau email.17 Jul 10:21 PM
PremiumPremiumWellingtonInside the $30m effort to reopen a 9-storey quake damaged carpark buildingThe Wellington building was closed in 2016 after the Kaikōura earthquake badly damaged it.17 Jul 07:00 PM
