New ZealandDire Strait: Passengers waited 5 hours on the phone to InterislanderKiwiRail boss says the pressure point for the ferry cancellations was managing passengers.10 May 05:47 PM
New ZealandMetService homeless as quake-stengthening bill soarsConstruction would have cost more than $20 million.10 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandTwo stolen cars used in daytime robbery of Wellington Michael Hill Jeweller storeJewellery and hammers were thrown from one of the stolen cars in a police chase.10 May 03:48 AM
New ZealandPak'nSave under fire for Mother's Day postThe "pamper pack" was mostly laundry supplies.10 May 02:46 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandFrom ferries to trains, KiwiRail’s reputation is seriously damagedThe issue of eroding trust was flagged in a ministerial briefing earlier this year.09 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandLarge pod of dolphins in Oriental Bay, Wellington delights onlookersOne witness estimated the pod had about 100 dolphins.09 May 02:44 AM
New ZealandWellington City Council’s falling streetlight issue was managed inadequately - reviewThe process used to identify and escalate faults was 'siloed and ineffective'.09 May 02:15 AM
New ZealandSex offender not guilty of raping cellmateBenjamin Nilesh Goundar has gone through four trials for the alleged offences.08 May 02:36 AM
New ZealandPolice ask for help identifying Wellington water whirler wilful damage suspectsThe sculpture was damaged on April 23.08 May 01:55 AM
New ZealandWellington primary school closed after slip cuts off water supplyTe Aro School is hoping to open on Tuesday.08 May 12:44 AM
New ZealandUp to 1000 homes without water in PoriruaThe area has been without water since last night.08 May 12:28 AM
New ZealandJust luck no one was killed in Wellington crash - witnessThe crash caused severe damage to three parked cars leaving one blocking footpath.07 May 11:09 PM
New ZealandPolice appeal for witnesses to motorway motorcyle crashThe crash occurred on the Wellington motorway on March 11.07 May 09:14 PM
CrimeTenant told home was a ‘pigsty’ awarded $1000 in damages, but can’t keep pet catKristen Gaunt was awarded $1000 in damages for the 'unnecessary' comments.05 May 07:00 AM
New ZealandData confirms more bus replacements for Wellington commutersThe data comes at the end of a chaotic week for train services in the capital05 May 01:28 AM
CrimeStaff member at top Wellington school pleads guilty to assaultHis identity, and any details that could identify him, remain suppressed by the courts.05 May 12:08 AM
New ZealandTwo arrested after protesters block traffic in WellingtonThe protesters are hanging a banner above the motorway.05 May 12:01 AM
New ZealandInterislander failure: Report finds equipment was 13 years older than it should beThe Kaitaki issued a mayday call in January when it lost power in the Cook Strait.04 May 09:30 PM
New ZealandCoronation capital: Where in Wellington to commemorate King Charles IIIHe will be crowned at Westminster Abbey on May 6.04 May 08:29 PM
New ZealandUnexplained death in Newtown, police making enquiriesThe person was found in a residential address.04 May 07:18 PM
New ZealandMinister says KiwiRail jobs are safe for now but officials are ‘on notice’Wellington train services are back to normal after three days of chaos.04 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandRestore Passenger Rail protests to continue for ‘as long as possible’Those in the group appear to have alienated themselves from the halls of power.04 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandSurface flooding in Wellington as heavy rain warning washes over the cityThe rain could cause slips and flooding.03 May 09:35 PM
New ZealandFaulty start as Wellington trains return to normal scheduleThe capital's trains are running on time - but not everyone can see them.03 May 08:06 PM
New Zealand‘We let the people of Wellington down’: KiwiRail fronts select committeeNational says many questions remain unanswered after thousands of commuters affected.03 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandUrgent safety issue found in Interislander ferry mayday investigationThe issue is relevant to the wider shipping sector and will be revealed on Friday.03 May 03:55 AM
New ZealandDog killed in motorbike hit-and-run in off-leash zoneRuby's owner said the rider didn't stop after hitting her dog.03 May 02:36 AM
New ZealandLogging truck rips veranda off Carterton craft store after early morning incidentThe shop has had to close its doors.02 May 11:52 PM
New ZealandWellington protests: Death threats alleged by trans protester at ParliamentEarlier today a pro-rail protest again blocked busy capital streets.02 May 11:34 PM
New ZealandRoad cleared after Restore Passenger Rail protesters blocked it, further protests planned for WellingtonThe protest group show no signs of stopping the disruption.02 May 08:29 PM
New Zealand'Henopause': Wellington Zoo's female bird growing male plumagePatrick the female Himalayan monal is growing plumage usually seen on male birds.02 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandSurgery and fish smoothies: Critically injured, emaciated penguin on the mendHe is showing signs of improvement like eating fish smoothies and preening.02 May 05:49 AM
New ZealandKiwiRail reveals further problem led to Wellington’s train fiascoKiwiRail boss says there have been obvious system failures and has promised changes.02 May 05:33 AM
New ZealandPolice monitoring planned Speak Up for Women protest at ParliamentThe protest follows a heated incident in Auckland during Posie Parker's tour.02 May 01:44 AM
