Latest from Wellington

What's in a bottle? Trio launch global guide to buying wine

New World is trialling the new system designed to help shoppers with wine selection.

NZSO partners with 50-strong Pasifika choir to record songs from the islands

The collaboration is part of NZSO's quest to be an "orchestra for all New Zealanders".

The ultimate tour for chocolate fans

Wellington Chocolate Factory knows a thing or two about Easter treats.

'Highest figures since mid-90s': Shops ditch Auckland CBD

The jump in vacancy rates is another sign the way some of us work is changing.

Police car towed after reversing into barrier pole on Transmission Gully

It's the second incident involving a police car in as many weeks since new road opened.

No commute, more family time: The big company letting workers move away - and take their city wages with them

Xero senior project manager David Michl now works from his home office in Wanaka.

City councillor admits he's behind anonymous Twitter account used to praise himself

Sean Rush used the Twitter account @localbod1 to praise himself.

Watch: Huge pod of dolphins make a splash in Wellington's harbour

The pod has delighted Wellingtonians on a sunny day in the capital.

Work to return fluoride to Wellington's water delayed by staff absences

Residents have been without fluoride for months after treatment plants were switched off.

Glass recycling collections resume in Wellington after five-week hiatus

Recycling crews have been sick with Covid-19 but are now on the road to recovery.

PM's Covid scare: Ardern exposed to virus during Parliament protests

The PM was 'doing the rounds of police contingents to thank them for their work'.

Opinion: What every new mayor in the country needs, but can't promise

There's one thing people should look for in candidates at this year's local body elections

Seal skinned and eaten at site of Wellington occupation

The Department of Conservation is investigating.

Consultation shows Wellingtonians are keen on light rail

Almost 5,700 people have had their say on the big projects in Wellington's transport plan.

'Traumatised' arson victim: 'Leave us alone'

Mihaka warned the victim to get the children out of the house before he set fire to it.

Two months to go: Fears for Lambton Quay when department store exits

David Jones will close on June 12 but there's still no word on what will take its place.

Analysis: Why Greens gave party stalwart the boot

Iona Pannett's vote to protect more character homes in the inner city has cost her.

Wastewater pipe upgrade on Wellington's Taranaki St to cost $24m

It's the largest upgrade to the CBD's wastewater infrastructure in more than 50 years.