KahuHistoric return of Wairarapa Lakes to Iwi ownership marks end of century-long dispute'Final chapter' in a century-long dispute between the Crown, settlers, and Wairarapa Māori29 Jun 04:05 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandExclusive: KiwiRail CEO on future of Cook Strait ferries after turbulent weekKiwiRail is preparing to keep the ageing fleet in operation until 2029.27 Jun 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Political obituary': Wellington City Council passes budget, avoids Govt interventionThe council has been divided over the proposal to sell its shares in Wellington Airport.27 Jun 04:50 AM
New ZealandHoliday traffic building as travellers leave Auckland for Matariki long weekendThere is life south of the Bombays, but it’ll take you twice as long to reach it.27 Jun 02:50 AM
New ZealandDrag performer speaks out on cancelled storytime event amid threatsThe council was unable to ensure a "safe and welcoming environment" for the event.26 Jun 01:11 AM
New ZealandPublic sector cuts: Job cuts finalised at Oranga Tamariki, MSD and ACCFinal decisions announced at Oranga Tamariki, MSD and ACC today.25 Jun 10:38 PM
New ZealandFake blood splattered inside Defence House in protest actionPeace Action Wellington says two protesters were arrested.25 Jun 09:57 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandFlagship convention centre underperforming, after being deemed a Wellington success storyThe council said inflation and constrained government spending were having an impact.25 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandMinister warns KiwiRail board members may lose their jobsExpert challenges whether KiwiRail's 'unjustifiable' consultant spend should be withheld.25 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandGovernment refuses to say if new Cook Strait ships will be cheaper than mega ferriesAnalysis: Ferries could cost more but overall project to replace fleet will be cheaper.25 Jun 07:20 AM
New ZealandDrag storytime cancelled after 'threats' and opposition from Destiny ChurchA city councillor said people had 'threatened our team'.25 Jun 02:07 AM
New ZealandKāinga Ora tenants slam council proposal restricting parkingTenants said parking was 'paramount' for those with health issues.24 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandWillis challenged KiwiRail consultant spend week before chair's early retirementFinance Minister says KiwiRail spent an excessive and unjustifiable amount on consultants.24 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandMinistry of Justice staff ask if department is 'lessening its commitment' to te reoMinistry chief executive Andrew Kibblewhite met with staff in Auckland and New Plymouth.23 Jun 05:00 PM
New Zealand‘He didn’t deserve this’: Guilty verdict for murderer of ex-All Black’s cousinMurder victim sent Kiwi dad text saying ‘I love you’ as he lay dying of stab wounds.22 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandSame ferry that ran aground had 'power blackout' caused by disintegrating tapeAratere also experienced a power outage last year with 538 people on board.22 Jun 05:00 PM
OpinionGeorgina CampbellOpinion: Aratere ferry grounding to increase pressure on GovtOPINION: The ageing Interislander ferries cannot hang on for much longer.21 Jun 11:25 PM
New ZealandTory Whanau pushes on with airport sale despite councillors' changed stanceIf the same vote to sell the council's shares was held tomorrow, it would fail.21 Jun 06:04 AM
New ZealandKāpiti Coast residents demand council throw out sea level reportHomeowners worried insurance companies will use report as excuse to refuse cover.20 Jun 10:27 PM
New ZealandLast ditch bid for Wellington council airport shares, will Govt send in commissioners?Minister says it would be a significant issue if the council can't pass long-term plan.20 Jun 06:21 AM
New Zealand‘Grab your hard hat’: Derelict, dangerous house for sale with $860k RVThe home is barely visible it is so overgrown and it has mouldy, rotting walls and floors.20 Jun 05:00 AM
New ZealandGovernment 'highly unimpressed' with KiwiRail's maintenance of Cook Strait ferriesMinisters say they expect KiwiRail to maintain its ferries to the appropriate standard.20 Jun 03:55 AM
New ZealandWoman due in court after alleged assault in Wellington strip clubThe 26-year-old is due to appear in court today.20 Jun 12:30 AM
New ZealandReview will consider scrapping controversial New Building Standard ratingsDiffering opinions between engineers can make or break a building's earthquake-risk status19 Jun 05:00 PM
New Zealand'May not know what they hit': Police appeal to driver after pedestrian hitThe person was on the road at the time, police said.19 Jun 02:41 AM
New ZealandNo more freebies to complete Census; Govt considering harsher finesThe Statistics Minister said the incentives would be 'very unlikely' in the next Census.19 Jun 01:44 AM
New ZealandMan accused of child rape won't be retried after convictions quashedThe complainant told police she did not want to pursue a second trial.18 Jun 11:13 PM
New ZealandOne dead in single-vehicle crashThe driver was the sole occupant of the car and died at the scene.18 Jun 08:39 PM
New ZealandWeak, cracked and rusted: Maintenance costs for ageing Cook Strait ferries double'Prohibitive' annual maintenance costs could reach $65 million by next year.18 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandPicturesque golf course suited to all levels of playersKāpiti Golf Club is a hit with all levels of players.18 Jun 01:52 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandMore than $8m spent on redundancies at one Govt ministryThousands of roles have been cut, or are on the line, across the public sector.17 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandAnalysis: Why Tory Whanau’s crumbling support is good for WellingtonDivision in a left-voting bloc could be the making of the mayor and her colleagues.17 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandHospital opens first Covid ward in three years, warns of spike in respiratory bugsA tricky new variant is already accounting for a third of Covid-19 cases in New Zealand.17 Jun 04:40 AM
PropertyLowe & Co's Emma Young talks Wellington propertyEmma Young was one of four people who founded real estate company Lowe & Co in 2015.Watch14 Jun 05:00 PM
