New ZealandKiwiRail backs down in stoush over quake status of Wellington train stationKiwiRail will now strengthen the heritage building after disputing it was earthquake-prone10 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandMusician accused of sexual assault on Instagram files defamation caseHe's filed proceedings against two Instagram users in the High Court.10 Aug 06:45 AM
New ZealandMurky brown wave rolls into Wellington's Evans Bay"There was this red-brown shadow ... creeping through Evans Bay."10 Aug 06:19 AM
New ZealandAntarctic Leopard seal seen on beach in WellingtonDOC said the seal appeared in good condition and was likely just having a rest.09 Aug 10:28 PM
New ZealandUp to a third of Wellington's water lost through leaky pipesThird of Wellington's most critical drinking water pipes in poor condition.09 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandMotorway opening 'touch and go', new report raises red flag41 outstanding resource consent requirements need sorting for road to legally open.09 Aug 05:00 PM
SportTwo arrested after fight involving Taranaki rugby squadThe incident occurred after the side's 33-19 win over the Hawke's Bay Magpies.09 Aug 03:12 AM
New ZealandWellington battered by 120km/h southerlies, rain and snowThe bad weather has also disrupted sea and air travel with ferries and flights cancelled.09 Aug 12:35 AM
PremiumPremiumCompaniesThe scheme to make New Zealand the global exemplar for sustainable fashionThe closed-looped scheme to re-use textile waste could make New Zealand a world leader.08 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandWellington Mayor to meet Minister in battle for social housing subsidyThree-quarters of City Housing tenants pay more than 35 per cent of their income on rent.08 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandEleven nurses resigned in 10 days at Wellington ED, union saysFrom workforce of nearly 70 fulltime positions, 26 nurses have resigned within 12 months.07 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandStudents called out for lying about mental health to get work extensionsStudents faking mental health issues have been called out by those with legitimate needs.07 Aug 03:00 AM
New ZealandHeavy snow, 120km gusts in store for Wellington on SundayA strong wind warning is in place from 4pm Sunday, and snowfall is expected to 300m.07 Aug 01:00 AM
New ZealandWellingtonians warned to clear drains with heavy rain forecastThe region is bracing for a second dumping of heavy rain in less than a month.06 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandAndrew Little on hostile reception from GPs: 'Not here to be licked up and down'Andrew Little faces hostile criticism from a crowd of GPs who adored Ashley Bloomfield.06 Aug 02:29 AM
New Zealand'We'll walk with you': Friends and supporters of Quentin Rew racewalk from the pubSupporters of Olympian racewalker Quentin Rew are keeping pace with him from the pub.05 Aug 11:40 PM
New ZealandSubsidy for troubled Wellington council social housing would cost $100m over four yearsGreens say the Government has the resources to support both state and council tenants.05 Aug 02:34 AM
New ZealandArts festival gets $300k payout after theatre delay put programme at riskThe flagship event for Wellington will go ahead despite St James theatre remaining closed.04 Aug 11:21 PM
New Zealand'We can't grind our city to a halt': Businesses form coalition over Wellington transport planGroup says Let's Get Wellington Moving is moving in the wrong direction.04 Aug 09:14 PM
New ZealandOptions revealed to slice and dice Wellington City wards before local electionsMore elected members, city-wide councillors and ward amalgamation are on the table.04 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandSecurity issues, short-staffing concerns addressed in Wellington's overcrowded EDHealth and safety concerns raised to from staff at Wellington's Emergency Department.04 Aug 05:00 PM
New ZealandNine dead who had RSV - including six in AucklandNo infected children succumbed; RSV may not have been cause of deaths, says ADHB.04 Aug 07:30 AM
New ZealandEmployment Relations Authority rules in favour of bus drivers on split shiftsThe ruling confirms bus drivers working split shifts are entitled to more breaks.04 Aug 04:15 AM
TravelKiwi beer capital named world's second largest brewery sceneYou'll find twice as many breweries as libraries in this world beer capital.04 Aug 01:27 AM
New Zealand$400 house listing in the capital asks flatmate to leave six hours of the dayThe listing also stated the flat's desk could only be used by the current flatmate.04 Aug 01:03 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'I don't want to go to Rotorua': Burnt car victim speaks outThree cars were destroyed and at least two others damaged.03 Aug 06:00 PM
New ZealandCapital's 'money-go-round' arts venue subsidy headed for reviewThe arts sector says venues aren't affordable making it difficult to present work.03 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandCapital Letter: If Transmission Gully is one day late builder must pay $7.7mIf the long awaited motorway is one day late, it will cost the builder $7.75 million.03 Aug 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandNew building consents: How the major regions compare, and why Wellington is laggingNew stock not coming online to the same degree as other cities a 'cause for concern'.02 Aug 05:00 PM
EntertainmentRevealed: 'Vibrant' work wins Parkin Drawing Prize 2021Mark Braunias' abstract artwork caught the judges' eye for its "raucous energy".02 Aug 07:00 AM
New ZealandImpact of the Dawn Raids in the Wellington RegionWellington's Pasifika community has reflected on the impact of the Dawn Raids.02 Aug 02:22 AM
New ZealandKāpiti Coast residents fear repercussions of ramped up snapper fishingMPI wants to increase catch by as much as 133 per cent following rejuvenated stock levels.01 Aug 09:37 PM
New ZealandMediaWorks' inquiry meeting delayed: When staff will learn details of QC's reportThe Herald understands staff were informed of the change last night.01 Aug 09:00 PM
LifestyleNew entrant brings 'everlasting summer' to Cocktail WellingtonCocktail Wellington runs throughout the month of August alongside Wellington on a Plate.01 Aug 05:00 PM
