Latest Wellington news
New All Blacks squad: The four rookies who could get call-up
As many as four rookies could force their way into Scott Robertson's All Blacks squad.
Survivor of triple-fatal crash on learning to walk with a prosthetic leg
He lost an arm and a leg in a crash that killed three friends.
'I will kill you all': Woman carried child while shoplifting, threatened to stab staff
The 24-year-old shoplifted 19 times last year, stealing more than $12,000 in goods.
Peter Jackson seeks consent to create museum in Shelly Bay
Billionaire filmmaker plans to 'enhance the amenity' of the long-contested seaside land.
Controversial Kiwi start-up, once worth $38m, folds in New York
It says it's collateral damage in the city's war on Airbnb and will try again elsewhere.
‘Rather irrational’: Multi-millionaire questions Healthy Homes rules
Peter Lewis is upgrading his 12 rentals but has questioned why others are exempt.
Huinga dairy farmer celebrated at national sustainability awards
Brendan Attrill was named the 2025 National Ambassador for Sustainable Farming.
Rich-lister philanthropist backs Wellington mayoral hopeful Ray Chung
The wealthy donor believes the capital is in 'serious decline'.
Rich-lister philanthropist backs Wellington mayoral hopeful Ray Chung
The wealthy donor believes the capital is in 'serious decline'.
National loses Kiwis’ confidence handling inflation to Labour - survey
Inflation is the top issue for Kiwis and they think Labour is best to keep prices down.
'Compelled to stay': More teachers working past 65 amid shortages
In 2024, 8072 teachers over 65 made up about 10% of the workforce.
Society Insider: Property titan’s luxury car storage club; Eric Watson’s son's MDMA business
Plus, Beauden Barrett's new side hustle.
Building blocks: 59% of construction firms face work order concerns
Economic pressures are the biggest concern for construction sector leaders: BDO report.
Has Tory Whanau's experience put women off running for mayor?
There are no female candidates in Wellington's mayoral race this year.
Woman's 'unexplained' death in hospital was unrelated to assault days earlier
The man who assaulted her cannot be named due to a pending appeal.
Watch: Behind the scenes at this year's Smokefreerockquest and Showquest
See performances from talented up-and-coming musicians around the country.
Ex-Outlaws leader bought guns for protection while on parole, sold meth to pay for them
The convicted drug dealer was a friend of murdered Outlaws president Peter Lui.
Top cop allowed failed recruits into police college
Assistant Commissioner Jill Rogers admitted letting two failed applicants into training.
Hansells owes $10m to staff, ANZ, IRD and company linked to the Hart family
Company linked to Graeme Hart bought company after it went into receivership.
On The Up: No Lack of goals as Super Sam hunts pro football dream
Injury ended a trial with Auckland FC - but Sam Lack's pro football dream is still alive.
South Island family pay over $6.5m for Merksworth Castle's caretaker cottage
The waterfront home had been given a luxury makeover.
NZ's mansion angst: 'They don't want their friends to know that they've spent $20m'
Prime real estate sales surge, with ultra-wealthy buyers seeking turnkey luxury.
Car news and advice
Mercedes-AMG E 53 PHEV review: what were you expecting?
Following on from the 63-badged models, here's a very different kind of Mercedes-AMG PHEV.
Maserati MC20 review: dark night
Fancy a supercar but don't want the obvious Ferrari or Lamborghini? Meet Maserati's MC20.
Ridden: Harley-Davidson’s new Softail models
Softails are the core of this brand, accounting for 60% of global sales.
More Wellington news
Australia Post unveils dedicated parcel-only offices for online shoppers
Customers can access 24/7 self-service desks and parcel lockers.
Sunshine follows chilly start before wet weather returns for Matariki
One South Island spot fell into the double figures below zero this morning.