New ZealandWellington earthquake: Rail services resumeWellington rail services have resumed following inspections for earthquake-related damage.22 Jul 01:45 AM
New ZealandPM: We can afford new quake damagePrime Minister says he's yet to get a briefing on how much yesterday's quake might have cost, but, in principle, the country can afford another big one.21 Jul 11:52 PM
New ZealandCouple died in suicide pact - coronerA prominent Kapiti couple died in a suicide pact after the husband was diagnosed with terminal cancer, a coroner has found.24 Jun 01:12 AM
TravelWellington: Capital take on burgers and beerWellington's food festival is a treat for the palate. Don Kavanagh reports.16 Jun 03:00 AM
New ZealandThe capital of cool eventsDanielle Wright finds Wellington alive with art events, food and popular culture this winter.18 May 10:30 PM
OpinionBrian Rudman: Death bed confession from capitalDr John Key has blurted out loud what we've long suspected, Wellington is a terminal case, writes Brian Rudman. Incurable. "We don't know how to turn it around."09 May 09:30 PM
New ZealandBlood-licking killer gets lifeA young killer who stabbed a Lower Hutt father of two has been sentenced to life imprisonment, and must serve a minimum of 10 years.02 May 10:00 PM
New ZealandWellington rain brings slips and flooding Heavy rain resulted in dozens of callouts to slips and flooding around homes in Wellington overnight. <strong><i>* Have you been affected by Wellington's weather? Send us your photos <a href="mailto:online-editor@nzherald.co.nz">here</a>.</i></strong>01 May 08:55 PM
New ZealandBlood-licking killer found guiltyA killer who licked blood from a knife after stabbing a young father of two in the chest could be sentenced for murder as early as this week.30 Apr 09:46 PM
New ZealandMurder accused seen to wipe knife across mouthMurder accused Shayd Robinson was seen to wipe a knife across his mouth and call out something like "your blood tastes sweet", a court heard today.22 Apr 06:43 AM
TravelWellington: Gift beside the seaTag along with Sharon Stephenson as she samples the tastiest treats New Zealand's answer to Hollywood has to offer.07 Apr 09:00 PM
New ZealandEaster traffic: A long, slow driveDrivers returning home from the Easter break can expect a long, slow drive on congested, wet roads in many parts of the country.01 Apr 07:10 AM
New ZealandCar goes wrong way down motorwayAn elderly woman was seriously injured in a three-car crash which closed northbound traffic on State Highway 2 between Wellington and Lower Hutt.17 Mar 11:46 PM
New ZealandScout hall damaged in arson attackA "mindless" arson attack on a Scout hall in Wellington could have jeopardised children's Easter camping plans, the local Scout leader says.17 Mar 02:31 AM
New ZealandNorth Island's worst drought in 70 yearsA climate expert believes summers like this one will become the new norm for New Zealand. Droughts have already been declared across much of the North Island.09 Mar 10:22 PM
New ZealandSprinkler ban across WellingtonA shortage of water across the Wellington region means there is now a ban on garden sprinklers and irrigation systems.08 Mar 09:57 PM
New ZealandDrought spreads down NZThe drought is working its way down the country, and with with no change predicted until at least mid-March, farmers from Northland to Southland are suffering.08 Mar 06:30 AM
New ZealandFourteen jobs cut at Wairarapa DHBFourteen jobs have been cut at Wairarapa DHB to create one management team across the Wairarapa and Hutt Valley DHBs.08 Mar 06:01 AM
New ZealandDiscarded butt blamed for blazeA discarded cigarette butt has been blamed for a blaze that wreaked $250,000 worth of damage to a shed, vehicles and equipment at a Masterton garden supply firm.07 Mar 11:59 PM
New ZealandMan convicted for taking knife to McD'sA drunk man who walked behind the counter at a McDonald's Restaurant in Masterton last week clutching a black-handled kitchen knife was convicted of possession of a knife in a public place at Masterton District Court yesterday.07 Mar 11:00 PM
