WellingtonPolly eyes Parliament? High-profile former broadcaster hints at bid for political office The ex-radio host said she wouldn't run for a right-wing party.17 Oct 01:23 AM
New Zealand‘Chilling effect’: Privacy chief warns police body cams could curb civil rightsConference members told body cameras could be used well, but caution was needed.16 Oct 03:46 AM
WellingtonFormer Wellington mayoral hopeful wins case over police pursuitCharge against Graham Bloxham dismissed as police could not provide firm evidence.16 Oct 03:33 AM
WellingtonWhy Transmission Gully still isn’t 110km/h despite public support20km of the motorway near Wellington needs a rebuild over summer to fix rough surfaces.16 Oct 03:00 AM
PoliticsNgāti Toa to regain Whitireia land after historical confiscationThe iwi will regain ownership of 53 hectares of the headland from RNZ. Video / Mike ScottWatch16 Oct 01:00 AM
PremiumPremiumWellingtonNZ’s new ferries could unwittingly fund China’s Navy, analysts warnIt follows NZ's spy agency raising concerns that Chinese spying on our infrastructure.15 Oct 04:58 AM
New Zealand'Kick in the guts': Resene workers walk off job in fight for living wageCars honked in support as a couple of hundred people gathered to protest outside Resene.14 Oct 10:46 PM
Wellington'Pretty toxic environment': Tory Whanau reflects on election loss, eyes overseas move'It certainly wouldn’t be forever, I would plan on coming back.'14 Oct 03:53 AM
New ZealandStaff at one of NZ's most well-known brands to strike, as community covers wages in 'rare display'Union delegate says offer of an extra 76 cents per hour was a 'slap in the face'.13 Oct 10:00 PM
WellingtonHero dog who saved owner from crash receives award decades onNikki the German Shepherd's award is the first of its kind in New Zealand.13 Oct 04:00 PM
WellingtonBeast of the ballot: This mayor got seven times more votes than his closest rivalThe Herald has analysed the most resounding wins and the closest calls.13 Oct 06:00 AM
PoliticsSilly Hat Party, vampire and clown contenders lose out in local electionsDespite their eccentric personas, these hopefuls had limited success this weekend.13 Oct 04:00 AM
WellingtonAndrew Little says Wellington Council has launched review of controversial $116m projectLittle has already got to work and traversed the 'big issues' with Wellington Council CEO.13 Oct 04:00 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionEthan ManeraHe was so confident in mayoral bid he reserved a $90k Rolex. Here's how it went so wrongOPINION: Once a front-runner, Ray Chung's campaign style and scandal sank his mayoral bid.12 Oct 02:00 AM
TalanoaKen Laban elected Lower Hutt Mayor in historic Pasifika firstThe well-known broadcaster is New Zealand's first Pasifika mayor.12 Oct 12:59 AM
WellingtonSmall gin makers plot comeback after fight with global giantThe global firm that owns Monster Energy opposed the start-up using the word 'mother'.11 Oct 04:00 PM
WellingtonWellington mayoralty: Andrew Little has strong early lead, outgoing Tory Whanau fails to secure Māori seatHe said affordable housing and water reform changes are the biggest challenges ahead.11 Oct 04:23 AM
WellingtonTe Papa to cut jobs in restructure amid $13m forecast deficitRising costs and maintenance of buildings have put a strain on the museum's cash reserves.10 Oct 04:44 AM
WellingtonMilitary chopper makes emergency landing at Ohakea air baseThe chopper was evacuated a couple of minutes after the emergency response began.09 Oct 10:47 PM
WellingtonInfamous Cook Strait ferry to be stripped for scrap metal KiwiRail says the ferry will be recycled at a specialist shipyard in India.09 Oct 10:17 PM
Wellington'Endless amount of offers': Hope for cafe shutting for Sir Peter Jackson project?The owners say they were wrong to blame Jackson and hope to find a new site for the cafe.09 Oct 05:00 AM
Herald NOWGloomy outlook for Wellington businessesGreg Pollock joins Ryan Bridge on Herald NOW to unpack the issues plaguing the capital and what needs to change.Watch08 Oct 06:54 PM
PremiumPremiumWellington'Huge challenges': Grim mood of Wellington's business leaders revealedMost don't expect the capital's economy to get any better in the next 12 months08 Oct 04:00 PM
WellingtonOwners of iconic cafe apologise for blaming closure on Sir Peter Jackson, Dame Fran WalshThe cafe’s Shelly Bay lease ends on January 31, 2026, after 15 years in business.08 Oct 06:06 AM
New ZealandMan pleads guilty after ramming police cars with child in vehicleFive police staff were injured in the Lower Hutt incident.08 Oct 03:35 AM
Wellington‘Wouldn’t wish that upon anyone’: Tory Whanau hits out at abuse in final speechIt comes as Whanau says old leaked documents show sexism at council has not changed.07 Oct 10:16 PM
WellingtonBaby girl's death in Masterton under police investigationThe family are assisting the investigation team.07 Oct 02:16 AM
WellingtonDog blamed for death of released Wellington kiwi found in Titahi BayThe kiwi had travelled 25km since being released more than two years ago07 Oct 01:59 AM
New ZealandMob members in court over mass gang brawl at hotelThe brawl is believed to have started over some missing property.07 Oct 12:50 AM
Herald NOWWellington’s top headlines with reporter Melissa NightingaleWellington wrap: Bluebridge struggles and the man who attempted burglary armed with a samurai sword.Watch06 Oct 07:45 PM
New ZealandPolice release new details on 'senseless' Wellington homicide unsolved seven months onAbdul Nabizadah was fatally injured in Miramar and later died in hospital.06 Oct 07:42 PM
New ZealandHeavy rain, gusts up to 120km/h set to hit as wild front sweeps northWind gusts of up to 120km/h are expected to batter the Canterbury High Country.06 Oct 05:00 AM
New ZealandLotto player wins $1m as Powerball jackpot rises to $15mStrike Four will also climb to $1.2m in the next midweek draw.04 Oct 07:04 AM
Wellington'Devastated': Sir Peter Jackson orders closure of popular Wellington cafeThe business owners say Jackson's move has come as a shock.04 Oct 05:52 AM
