Latest Wellington news
‘Smashing your head’: Advocates on struggles with emergency housing
Homelessness has risen due to stricter emergency housing access rules.
Wellington gears up to celebrate Pride festival despite protests
This year marks 39 years since the first annual Pride celebration in the capital.
The biggest laughs: What to expect from NZ International Comedy Festival 2025
More than 600 performances from over 150 acts will take place in Auckland and Wellington.
Teacher disguised himself, swapped drugs for oral sex with student
The girl didn't realise it was her teacher as his face was partially covered.
NZ’s biggest hotel deal: Precinct selling InterContinental Auckland to Singaporeans
Precinct bought the building in 2012 then undertook a massive $310m renovation of it.
Wealthy townhouse developer linked to ‘premier’ Wellington site
The former Teacher's Training College in Karori has sat empty for nearly a decade.
‘Please come home’: Desperate mother begs her missing son to make contact
Police say a man sighted on Sunday matching Langford's description was not him.
‘Please come home’: Desperate mother begs her missing son to make contact
Police say a man sighted on Sunday matching Langford's description was not him.
Willis told to renegotiate with shipbuilder three months after cancelling mega-ferries
Hyundai Mipo Dockyard is back at the table after a 'charming' meeting with Winston Peters.
Rugby club loses licence after patron’s drunk driving kills young mum
Cass Maguire's father said the club and others were responsible for his daughter's death.
Government’s iRex ferry cancellation costed at $300 million - for now
Winston Peters aims to have new rail-enabled ferries running by 2029.
Gang patch ban challenged, lawyer cites Nazi Germany, Taliban comparisons
Gang member Mana-Apiti Brown is appealing his conviction for wearing a Nomads cap.
Stolen caravan leaves trail of destruction through Wellington
The caravan tipped on its side and hit multiple objects as it was dragged along.
Name suppression: What could change and why do some offenders get to keep their name a secret?
Legal groups warn the changes pose significant risks to victims.
‘Inappropriate’ symbol: Swastika pendant removed at festival
Organisers said it went against the festival's kaupapa of inclusivity.
Wellington Water Costs Soar, Teachers Oppose Funding Cuts & GP Reforms | NZ Herald News Update
Wellington Water Costs Triple for Ratepayers, Teachers Oppose Funding Cuts in Education and Govt GP Reforms.
Govt ignored advice on giving sex offence victims ‘veto’ on name suppression
Documents show multiple groups opposed the changes, raising 'strong concerns'.
Meth-accused driver in triple-fatal crash named, survivor labels him a ‘scumbag’
Garth Temokina Thompson can now be identifed as the man charged over Taihape crash.
Riding a scooter from Napier to Wellington: 'I was bricking it'
HB Today reporter Jack Riddell took on a mammoth challenge. 300 others joined him.
Hallelujah! Queenstown buyer scoops up historic church for $439,000
Interest in the church was huge, with buyers from Australia also making enquiries.
Neighbouring villas sell for more than $3m, agent hopes they won’t be demolished
Developer picks up properties that were sold to support school libraries.
Car news and advice
Jeep Wrangler Overland 2.0 turbo review: 4-play
Losing two cylinders and 1600cc has done wonders for the Jeep Wrangler's driveability.
Xiaomi confirms global EV expansion: is NZ on the cards?
New carmaker will go beyond China, likely as soon as 2027.
Suzuki Jimny 6-wheeler: would you pay NZ$100,000-plus for this unique 6x4?
Does a Jimny really need two extra wheels and a tray? Somebody said yes.
More Wellington news
Police to open new training facility in Auckland to boost recruit numbers
The location is yet to be confirmed.
What’s it like to be Sir Edmund Hillary’s grandson?
The trust focuses on education, funding scholarships and renovating classrooms.