New ZealandHipkins on his new relationship, how they met when she interned for him as an MPThe Labour Party leader reveals why he went public about his new relationship.27 Oct 07:28 PM
CrimeTime for closure: Whānau of woman who died in mental health unit hope inquest will help othersWhānau concluded the inquest with moving waiata, haka and karakia.27 Oct 04:59 AM
New ZealandYoung teens referred to youth services after Wellington building fireThe four youths were aged 13 and 14.27 Oct 04:19 AM
New ZealandPolice release new information in search for missing Ōtaki kayakerThe woman may have been in a single-seat yellow kayak, not a two-seater.27 Oct 12:21 AM
New ZealandWho killed baby Ru? ‘Broken’ family ask for those responsible to ‘do the right thing’Toddler died in Hutt Hospital on Sunday.26 Oct 04:00 PM
New Zealand'She didn't deserve to die': Inquest into woman's suspected suicide at mental health unit beginsEsther Osborne told a nurse she wanted to die. Shortly after, she was found unresponsive.26 Oct 06:00 AM
New Zealand'Level of violence difficult to fathom': Probe into toddler's death upgraded to homicide investigationRuthless-Empire Souljah Reign Rhind Shepherd Wall died in Hutt Hospital on Sunday.26 Oct 02:14 AM
New ZealandWellington’s Michael Fowler Centre could be demolished: councillorCouncillor Tony Randle says they can't go through with another project like the Town Hall.26 Oct 01:05 AM
New ZealandFuneral held for Miramar homicide victimIrene Katsougiannis was allegedly killed by her son in her home.25 Oct 11:58 PM
New Zealand'Stalemate': Council votes to plug Wellington Town Hall blowoutThe council has agreed to fund a cost increase of up to $147m.25 Oct 02:46 AM
New ZealandCar crashes into Porirua property, one person seriously injuredThe Serious Crash unit has been advised.25 Oct 02:22 AM
New ZealandBurns survivor's inspiring Crispy Avo business success storyAfter being electrocuted twice, life looked grim for Troy Hall, but he never gave up.24 Oct 11:27 PM
New ZealandMiramar homicide victim to be farewelled at private serviceIrene Katsougiannis was allegedly killed by her son in her home.24 Oct 11:05 PM
New ZealandCivil engineering company wins Kāpiti and Horowhenua's top business award'We were massively excited and immensely proud,' the co-owner says.24 Oct 06:00 PM
New ZealandIndependent experts find potential $1b hole in Wellington City Council booksBut the council has hit back, saying the claim is based on old figures.24 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandDemolition of burned heritage building to begin todayThe Toomath’s building was gutted by fire just over a week ago.23 Oct 11:27 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandOpinion: Tory Whanau plagued by dysfunction, complaints, leakingLittle has been learnt from a $90,000 review of the previous council's problems.23 Oct 11:00 PM
New ZealandCause for celebration: Toi Mahara set for grand openingThe new art gallery in Waikanae is set to be a major drawcard.22 Oct 06:00 PM
New ZealandWellington bus drivers to be back-paid seven months of higher wagesKinetic workers' wages to be lifted to average rate of $30/hour, backdated to April 1.20 Oct 04:37 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandHeritage building subject of landmark court case to be demolished after fireWrangle over earthquake-prone building rules, heritage and the question of who pays.19 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandGolden Mile contract close to being signed, despite National’s oppositionPlan to remove cars could sneak through while National forms a Government.19 Oct 06:14 AM
New ZealandLocals fear petition to ban ‘siren battles’ falling on deaf earsVehicles face off to see who can play music the loudest and clearest.18 Oct 09:43 PM
TravelCast of world's largest dinosaur to go on display at Te PapaThe largest dinosaur in the world is heading to Te Papa.17 Oct 07:30 PM
New ZealandContractors move into permanent roles ahead of public service cutsThere are about 27,000 public service jobs in Wellington.17 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandTory Whanau's $50k trip to Asia, was it worth it?The mayor says the trip was worth its weight in gold for businesses.17 Oct 05:37 AM
New Zealand'Heartless idiots': Hoax bomb threat disrupts school and tangiThe wife of the deceased remained behind with his body as everyone was evacuated.17 Oct 01:44 AM
New ZealandRain, hail and thunder all forecast for WellingtonTemperature drops rapidly as the morning's wild winds start to ease.16 Oct 11:50 PM
New ZealandMiramar homicide victim lost husband six years agoThe woman is the owner of the property where her body was found.16 Oct 11:39 PM
New Zealand‘Wear it, enjoy it but please give it back’: Woman's plea after her wedding dress given to charity shopDonna McQuaid's dress was accidentally donated to a Lower Hutt charity shop.16 Oct 11:02 PM
New ZealandHipkins says relationship with Toni is 'the highlight of my year'The Labour leader thanked his partner, Toni, in his concession speech on Saturday night.16 Oct 10:56 PM
New ZealandOne dead, one seriously injured in early morning crashesMotorists should avoid the area.16 Oct 06:00 PM
New ZealandBusiness as usual for Let's Get Wellington Moving as axe loomsNational's Chris Bishop says the project is dead and light rail is not on the table.16 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandPolice begin homicide investigation after woman found dead in Wellington houseOfficers were called to the Miramar address just after 2pm.16 Oct 03:57 AM
OpinionGeorgina CampbellOpinion: Green MP should reconsider snub to Mike HoskingTamatha Paul says the broadcaster can be hurtful to communities she represents.16 Oct 03:05 AM