New ZealandKiwiRail backs down over new Wellington ferry terminal locationThe state-owned enterprise now says it's focus is on Kaiwharawhara for the location.15 Dec 08:23 PM
New ZealandLabradors voted top dogs in quirky council survey"Captain Nana Spider-Pig Wolfenstein the Second" was also a favourite dog name.14 Dec 07:56 PM
New ZealandInsurance company investigating threat against councillorThe company is working to establish whether one of its employees is involved.13 Dec 10:55 PM
New ZealandWellington rates hike: Regional council indicates 13% riseAction on climate change, lower bus patronage, and reforms are behind the increase.11 Dec 01:26 AM
New ZealandCity councillors signal a return to Wellington's Civic SquareMayor Andy Foster says the heart of the city feels like it's in an induced coma.10 Dec 04:25 AM
New ZealandSave Mt Vic: 800 residents sign petition to save suburb's heritageResidents say the draft spatial plan puts a key part of Wellington's identity at risk.09 Dec 09:45 PM
New ZealandRelationship between Wellington Water and council found wantingReport finds a lack of trust and a relationship in need of a 'fundamental reset'.09 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandWellington indoor arena could be shafted for $85m venues upgradeBills for Wellington's creative infrastructure are mounting amid latest budget blowout.09 Dec 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandA Capital Letter: Earthquake-prone building rules need teethOpinion: Wellington buildings remaining a risk to people's lives is unacceptable.08 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandReport recommends selling or redeveloping Wellington's Opera HouseWellington's key venues are being used at half their capacity and are not fit for purpose.08 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandThirty properties without water due to burst mainThirty properties in central Wellington will be without water until 7pm.08 Dec 12:46 AM
New ZealandWellington City Council considers renters' advocacy serviceThe council is looking to help those caught up in an increasingly volatile rental market.06 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandWellington Council may demolish Municipal Office BuildingThe move will shore up future of the city's National Music Centre after budget blowout.04 Dec 02:42 AM
New ZealandHundreds of quake strengthening deadlines to expire in WellingtonOwners are feeling financial pressure and the heat is being put on engineers.03 Dec 04:00 PM
New Zealand'A very good start': Hopes climate change declaration will speed up local actionThe council hopes the declaration signals closer partnership with central government.02 Dec 10:59 PM
New ZealandTens of thousands of new trees to contribute to carbon sinkThe move was announced a day after a climate emergency was declared in New Zealand.02 Dec 10:20 PM
New ZealandCoastal Wellington homes face soaring premiums as sea levels riseWellington homes face soaring insurance premiums within 15 years due to sea level rise.01 Dec 08:47 PM
PremiumPremiumKahuShelly Bay: The $500m boutique development, the protest group and the celebrity backerWellington's Ihumātao moment: If bulldozers arrive, there's a list of people on speed dial01 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandShelly Bay occupation: Structures take a knock in wild weather but spirits high"If that's the worst we're going to be hit with, then we're absolutely fine."01 Dec 12:06 AM
New ZealandWeather: Roads closed, flights delayed, ferries cancelled, homes evacuatedTake care on your morning commute in the capital, council advises.30 Nov 06:30 PM
New ZealandCouncil 'stuff-up' leads to Xmas celebrations clashing with vegan protest'Maybe they weren't expecting 500 people marching through the streets'.29 Nov 08:32 PM
New ZealandWellington water meters considered, regional council backs investigationThe average household water use in Wellington is much higher than in Auckland.25 Nov 08:30 PM
New ZealandHealth concerns over South Wairarapa quarryThree Featherston locals spoke to council on the resource consent for rock crushing.25 Nov 06:01 PM
New ZealandChristmas cheer kicks off in the capital, rain or shineWet weather won't dampen A Very Welly Christmas spirit this weekend.25 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandA Capital Letter: Island Bay's cycleway to nowhere is going nowhereWellington City Council lost its social licence to build cycleways and never got it back.24 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandCouncillor calls for Royal Commission into local governmentThe sector is reaching crisis point and needs to be overhauled, councillor says.24 Nov 02:48 AM
New ZealandWellington City Council to launch investigation into Mayor after complaintIndependent lawyers to investigate his behaviour the morning of crucial Shelly Bay vote.24 Nov 01:10 AM
New ZealandA second Karori tunnel proposed as population increasesResidents say the cost could be covered by central government, rates and possibly tolls.23 Nov 10:45 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandWellington mayor seen to have declared war on his own councilANALYSIS: Andy Foster has lost the confidence of many of his councillors.23 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandShelly Bay protesters vow 'peaceful resistance' until March'The feeling around the marae is one of peacefulness but determined occupation.'23 Nov 01:57 AM
New ZealandWellington mayor helps protestors pitch tents at Shelly BayHe even helped to erect tents alongside Mau Whenua on Sunday.22 Nov 08:14 PM
New ZealandShelly Bay lobby group 'doesn't want to know' where $440k donations came fromCouncillor: 'Daylight is the best disinfectant, who is funding your litigation?'19 Nov 09:56 PM
New Zealand'People are breathing these fumes in': Toxic sludge spews onto NZ beachResidents say they are breathing in the stench when they walk their dogs on the beach.18 Nov 10:28 PM
New ZealandRates increase of 23 per cent forecast for Wellington CityMayor says it'll be one of the most challenging budgets ever considered by council.17 Nov 01:25 AM
