New ZealandWellington water woes: Crucial report was lost in archivesA lost 2004 report identified problems with a wastewater tunnel that went on to collapse.13 Jul 05:00 PM
New ZealandIt is one of NZ's most iconic buildings. Why its future looks shaky.Owners have $42,000 in fund for quake strengthening but it's going to cost at least $11m.12 Jul 05:30 PM
New ZealandWhy are quake prone buildings any different to leaky homes?Government bailed out leaky home owners but quake prone building owners only get a loan.08 Jul 05:28 PM
New ZealandMillion-dollar fix: Hotel's plan to get past 3 per cent quake ratingWellesley Boutique Hotel to be base isolated, joining the ranks of Parliament and Te Papa.07 Jul 06:00 PM
New ZealandProposals revealed to axe cars from Wellington's Golden MileUp to 200 car parks are on the chopping block but footpaths could widen by three quarters.24 Jun 05:30 AM
New ZealandComment: Charity donations muddle pay cut promiseWellington's deputy mayor counted money she was already giving to charity in her pay cut.23 Jun 05:32 AM
New Zealand'Salary sacrifice': Existing charity donations counted for pay cutWellington's deputy mayor used existing charity donations towards her pay reduction.22 Jun 05:00 PM
KahuWellington should follow Hamilton's example and remove statues, local saysTwo memorials in Wellington glorify men who abducted a 15-year-old girl.12 Jun 10:24 PM
New ZealandWellington moves to crackdown on unwanted junk mailWaste of time? Auckland Council has never prosecuted or issued a fine under similar bylaw.12 Jun 03:32 AM
New ZealandMillion-dollar backstop loan for Wellington's Sky StadiumCouncils consider $4.2m lifeline loan for stadium to fall back on with borders still shut.11 Jun 03:48 AM
New ZealandWellington council puts brakes on city speed limitSince 2014 police have attended 492 crashes in the zone where speeds will be reduced.10 Jun 10:50 PM
New ZealandCouncillors resolve 'Facebook attack' squabbleCouncillors sort their differences but find common ground against mayor.10 Jun 03:42 AM
New ZealandTwo thirds of Wellingtonians want to work from home moreTumbleweed in the streets? New survey shows heart of the city is in jeopardy.09 Jun 03:22 AM
New ZealandCost blowout: Omāroro Reservoir 'too big to fail'Wellington City Council has poured a further $10m into the project.03 Jun 10:22 PM
New ZealandFalse start: Wellington's $200m library fix questionedDebate over the future of the city's central library has been delayed at the last minute.26 May 09:51 PM
New Zealand$200m problem: Why is Wellington's central library closed?It wasn't damaged in the Kaikoura earthquake, it's not even technically earthquake prone.26 May 05:30 AM
New ZealandWellington's closed central library will cost $200m to repairDocuments reveal options to get the city's heart beating again and how much they'll cost.22 May 04:38 AM
New ZealandNew legal challenge launched over Shelly Bay developmentEnterprise Miramar has filed judicial review proceedings at the High Court.21 May 11:49 PM
New ZealandSecond chance for a Lime e-scooter NZ trifectaA spot in the e-scooter market is up for grabs in some of the country's biggest cities.21 May 04:57 AM
New ZealandWhat did Wellington's mayor learn on his $30k leadership course?Ratepayers may never know, Andy Foster has refused to answer questions about it.20 May 03:58 AM
New ZealandAuckland parking wardens' lenient approach before crackdown next weekYou might want to thank your parking warden, this time.20 May 12:56 AM
New Zealand120 tonnes in one day: Wellington recycling like 'Christmas on steroids'Tonnes of recycling ending up at the landfill every day so the system isn't overwhelmed.20 May 12:11 AM
New ZealandWellington City Council back issuing parking ticketsHundreds of parking tickets are being issued per day in Wellington.19 May 09:29 PM
New ZealandA popular Wellington four-wheel-driving track could close indefinitelyA busy four-wheel-drive track could be closed indefinitely.14 May 11:12 PM
New ZealandWellington's back to work footpath etiquette explainedNo looking at your cellphones if possible, not even to gaze upon your latest Tinder match.14 May 04:03 AM
New ZealandCouncil pay cuts only for those earning more than $100kNew legislation gives the Remuneration Authority power to make pay cuts.14 May 01:14 AM
New ZealandWellington mayor refuses to disclose pay cut detailsAndy Foster says a request for which charities he's donating to is 'too intrusive'.13 May 04:10 AM
New ZealandFree parking is over: Wellingtonians slapped with 800 finesSome motorists in the CBD have been caught out twice in one day.13 May 02:45 AM
New ZealandWellington Zoo to reopen for free in level 2It's free entry at the zoo until the end of next month.12 May 04:58 AM
New ZealandWellington's stockpiled recycling bound for the landfillRecycling collections are resuming in the city but no promises material will be recycled.11 May 05:56 AM
New ZealandMove to make Wellington's most confusing intersection saferMotorists navigate Cuba St crossroads with wild hand gestures and awkward side glances.07 May 03:54 AM
New ZealandLocked out: Wellington City Council media flip-flopANALYSIS: Those making decisions with other people's money should welcome transparency.06 May 03:50 AM
New ZealandDavid Jones dispels rumours it's closing NZ stores for goodThe retailer has confirmed it has no plans to change its store operations in New Zealand.01 May 03:16 AM
New ZealandDivided council finds unity the day it's told to 'pull finger'Wellington City Council has presented a relatively united front over emergency budget.30 Apr 08:40 AM