Wellington budgeting service ‘running out of options’ as cost of living crisis bites
Rising costs are wiping out people's ability to save for emergencies.
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Budget blowout for Eastbourne coastal path: Ratepayer bill triples
The project is now expected to cost at least $48 million- and counting.
Child pulled from air pocket under capsized boat in dramatic rescue
The child was wearing a lifejacket, police said.
Crown spends $80m on properties in path of new motorway
It’s one of the largest property acquisitions Waka Kotahi NZTA has undertaken.
'The most difficult decision to make': Wellington staple book store Vic Books announces closure
The business has been running for almost 50 years.
Large gang presence in Wellington region, police monitoring
Drivers can expect to see a large number of gang members on the roads today.
Man arrested after spate of daytime burglaries
Police say the 32-year-old stole jewellery, game consoles and laptops.
Weekday ferry service in Wellington canned
Parents of some Scots College students are disappointed.
Another iconic Wellington business set to close up shop this summer
The boutique is the latest to move on from Wellington's retail scene.
Two buses at once: Capital’s fixit plan for commuter woes
Commuters should prepare for a year from hell.
‘Surprising discovery’: First Kiwi egg laid in the wild in Wellington
Conservationists are gobsmacked by the find.
Child killed in ‘freak accident’ in Upper Hutt was ‘delightful chap’ - family
At funeral, 'there won’t be any black. It’s all about colour and what he danced to'.
‘A tragedy’: Wellington’s desperate rental rush is crushing spirits
Rental hopefuls face 60 other people at some viewings, mouldy rooms, and high prices.
Extra buses for Wellington after commuter chaos
Up to 120 people were waiting at one bus stop this week.
‘A taste of what’s to come’: 10,000 expected for Football Ferns v USA game
With Fifa Women's World Cup around the corner, fans are getting excited.
Opinion: A major hospital, the quake risk - and three big problems
Patients were told they would need to move out, but now there is no plan to do that.
Bus driver shortage: 100 employment offers accepted by overseas candidates
New bus drivers have started arriving in the country as commuting woes continue
'Incredibly scary' near miss at new pedestrian crossing on SH1
Motorist says if she hadn't slammed on the brakes the pedestrian could have been killed.
Police name man who died in Upper Hutt park drowning
The man was found dead in the Hutt River early on December 27.
Toy weapons close Johnsonville Mall, person detained
Police are still at the mall to provide reassurance to shoppers.
Watchdog 'concerned' about claims against failed travel company
The company is believed to owe at least $2.5 million to its furious customers.
Bacon-infused thickshake among drinks challenge entries
There will be 37 signature drinks for people to choose from.
Fund for owners of quake-risk apartments an outrageous waste, say Nats
Just one loan has been given conditional approval after two years.
Revealed: Killer state highway zone where speed limit could be cut by 40km/h
“You can hear the sirens go off with all the accidents, once a week or so."
Stranded bus passengers left to hitchhike on SH2 after breakdown
Some bus passengers had to hitch a ride over Remutaka Hill.
National says Wellington’s $7.4b transport plan is on life support
But the transport minister has hit back.
A Capital Letter: Why I’m switching to non-alcoholic beer
For the first time in my life, I'm thinking about how much I drink.
Severe thunderstorm warning in place for parts of the lower North
Thunderstorms are expected to be accompanied by torrential rain and hail.
Patients to remain at Hutt Hospital despite earthquake risk
There are no options to shift services without significant impacts on care.
First glimpse of $445m motorway ahead of opening
The road north of Wellington will be fully open in time for Christmas.
Families of Māori Battalion soldiers receive unclaimed medals in ceremony
Whānau from 'all over the motu' attend.
Drug courier's bond with baby helps court case
Jason Brendon Philip was sentenced to home detention, but was later resentenced to jail.
Weather: What happened to summer? More heavy rain, storms in chaotic forecast
It's a mixed bag of weather over the next few days.