New ZealandNational will scrap Golden Mile plan if contract remains unsignedThe party says it would be inappropriate to sign the contract this close to the election.19 Sep 11:18 PM
New ZealandDoctor asks mum if Down syndrome baby should be resuscitatedThe woman was 'shocked' at the implications of the doctor's comment.19 Sep 10:44 PM
New ZealandChild dragged across social worker's lounge floor after abuse claimsThe girl had just told the social worker, a friend from church, she was being beaten.18 Sep 11:36 PM
New ZealandFirst glimpse of Shelly Bay since housing development scrappedThe road has been closed for months due to an asbestos risk.18 Sep 10:35 PM
New ZealandMayor, officials on $50,000 Asia tripTory Whanau is leading a 10-day business delegation to China, Japan, and South Korea.18 Sep 05:05 AM
Crime'I tried so hard to shut up': Child tells police of alleged abuseThe girl suffered an "ugly" head wound after one of the alleged incidents.18 Sep 04:57 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandWhy Wellington’s ‘financial crisis’ is being kept secretThe city is facing a financial reality that could hamper Mayor Tory Whanau's big promises.17 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandWeather: Damaging, strong winds to smash much of country this weekendThe weekend wind may cause damage to trees, powerlines and unsecured structures.15 Sep 05:00 PM
CrimeTurf war: Man steals lawn in the dead of night, police investigatingA security camera caught footage of the man stealing new rolls of lawn.15 Sep 05:21 AM
CrimeMan charged after armed robbery at Wellington barA manager was allegedly dragged through the restaurant in the incident.15 Sep 04:14 AM
New ZealandRestore Passenger Rail protester charged with assault after spray paint incidentTwo people were arrested after a luxury car dealership was paint-bombed in Wellington.15 Sep 02:17 AM
LivePolitics'Irresponsible and unaffordable': Chris Hipkins slams National's policiesThe election campaign is nearing the end of its second week.15 Sep 01:35 AM
New ZealandTwo dead, road closed in crash near Palmerston NorthThe road is closed between Te Maitai Rd and Hillcrest Rd.14 Sep 08:16 PM
New ZealandThe Terrace in Wellington blocked off after fireIt's believed a power box caught fire.14 Sep 05:06 AM
New Zealand‘Financial crisis’: Wellington City Council told to drastically cut capital spendingHundreds of millions of dollars may need to be cut in the coming years.14 Sep 01:11 AM
CrimeNewly patched mobster carried out violent revenge attack on rival gangTeenager was robbed by members of the Crips in a drug deal gone wrong.14 Sep 12:43 AM
New ZealandWorkers sent home, tankers sent out due to water outage in central WellingtonLarge parts of the CBD are without water after a pipe burst.13 Sep 09:45 PM
New ZealandPhone scammer reportedly posing as police officerPolice and other government agencies will never call and ask for credit card details.13 Sep 08:56 PM
New ZealandMan resorts to digging trench in three-month wait for leak to be fixedWellington is running out of water and faces severe restrictions this summer.13 Sep 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandDire Strait: Decision delayed on mega ferry terminal cost blow-outMinisters won't say whether the issue will be resolved before the upcoming election.13 Sep 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Confronting and monstrous': Man went down 'rabbit hole' looking at child exploitation materialHe told the police, "I know it's not an excuse and what I did was wrong."13 Sep 03:52 AM
New ZealandKiri Allan pleads not guilty to refusing to accompany police after crashThe former Justice Minister's court hearing has been delayed until after the election.12 Sep 11:24 PM
New ZealandWellington housing development canned due to rising costsIt would have seen 40 apartments built, alongside business opportunities in the area.12 Sep 08:35 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionGeorgina CampbellA Capital Letter: No, I don’t want your dog on the beachThe worst experience is finding you've put your towel down on top of dog poo.12 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandClimate change protesters imprison themselvesThe protesters have 'jailed' themselves in support of their colleagues in custody.12 Sep 12:25 AM
CrimeDrunk teen who was asked to leave hospital punched security guard, knocking out teeth and dental plateThe security guard needed costly reconstruction surgery afterwards.11 Sep 08:00 AM
New ZealandPolice investigating suspicious firearms listThe handwritten list contains the contact details for 20 people.11 Sep 03:50 AM
New ZealandClimber ‘exceptionally lucky’ to be alive after 600m fall on Mt TaranakiPolice say the melting snow softened his fall.11 Sep 01:31 AM
New ZealandFowl play: Gleaming black BMW scratched up by peacock at Wellington partyThe owner of the car says the bird was 'fighting himself'.11 Sep 01:17 AM
New ZealandListen live: Hutt South candidates face-off on Newstalk ZBGinny Andersen, Chris Bishop and Neelu Jennings cover the hot topics live in studio.10 Sep 10:45 PM
PremiumPremiumBusinessLord of the land: Sir Peter Jackson’s $350m property empireThe Lord of the Rings mogul has doubled the value of his property holdings since 2019.10 Sep 12:52 AM
New ZealandPlans to bring charity hospital to Wellington regionHospital will aim to provide free medical services but is still in the planning stages.09 Sep 04:27 AM
New Zealand‘He's a danger’: Man seeking videos of kids ‘sliming’ themselves active for yearsPolice have cautioned the man and are monitoring him.08 Sep 04:00 AM
New ZealandDouble fatal crash scene 'didn't look real'One witness says the scene in Shannon this week was difficult to comprehend.08 Sep 02:41 AM