New ZealandMonster waves, snow, gales: Desert Rd closed as NZ wakes up in the freezerRug up warm, the cold is here to stay, with snow warnings out in force for many areas.01 Jul 05:17 PM
New ZealandPhil Twyford finally visits troubled Transmission GullyUntil today he had never visited the site during his time as Transport Minister.01 Jul 02:27 AM
New ZealandWild weather: Monster waves slam capital, snow closes roadsA vicious wintry blast is taking hold across the North Island.30 Jun 11:43 PM
New ZealandOwners of $5m Vogel House ask for rates remissionThe heritage house was previously used as the official residence for the Prime Minister.30 Jun 11:26 PM
New ZealandEx teacher sentenced on sex offences from the 80sThe victim said she once jumped out of a moving car to avoid talking about the offending.30 Jun 01:40 AM
New ZealandTraffic stretches from Hutt to Wellington after slipGridlock rush hour traffic: drivers should consider taking alternative routes home.29 Jun 04:33 AM
New ZealandVoluntary Covid-19 isolation: 39 people join family in facilitiesHealth Ministry's special exemption for those wanting to reunite early with arrivals.29 Jun 02:42 AM
New ZealandFrosty morning on the wayOne part of the country has received 82mm of rain in the last 24 hours.29 Jun 02:31 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandChoosing childcare: A beginner's guide to early childhood education in New ZealandHow to find a way through the myriad daycare options.28 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumTravelWhere I'd Rather Be: WellingtonWhere to eat, where to drink, and where to stay in the capital.27 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandPolice rescue elderly person from Wellington motorwayPerson seen walking on the very edge of busy motorway in the capital.27 Jun 09:11 AM
New ZealandWatch: Moment man reunites with wife, baby at quarantine facilityKorean couple's hopes of spending managed isolation together have come to fruition.26 Jun 03:49 AM
New ZealandPassengers from Korea land in Wellington; school fears over quarantine facilityA managed isolation facility has been set up at the Grand Mercure for the new arrivals.26 Jun 12:05 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandWhat's worse? Wellington's trains or its buses?This morning's commute in the capital was by all accounts an absolute shambles.25 Jun 06:45 AM
New ZealandWeta Workshop staffer claims she was dismissed after sexual harassment complaintShe said after a male staffer touched her bottom she was left in a 'state of panic'.24 Jun 06:06 AM
New ZealandProposals revealed to axe cars from Wellington's Golden MileUp to 200 car parks are on the chopping block but footpaths could widen by three quarters.24 Jun 05:30 AM
New ZealandCafes using Ned Flanders, apple pie and bubblegum to lure in customersThe hotly-anticipated challenge is in its sixth year.24 Jun 03:26 AM
Small BusinessUp and Running: Campaign offering small businesses free billboard ads 'overwhelming' successPraise for free advertising scheme for small businesses affected by lockdown.23 Jun 11:35 PM
CrimeFour men on cannabis charges remanded in custody againFour men charged over cannabis-growing operation remain in custody.23 Jun 06:00 PM
New ZealandMagnitude 3.9 earthquake rattles PoriruaMore than 3,700 people in the Wellington region felt light shaking.23 Jun 08:59 AM
New ZealandComment: Charity donations muddle pay cut promiseWellington's deputy mayor counted money she was already giving to charity in her pay cut.23 Jun 05:32 AM
New ZealandFriend who visited Covid-positive sisters tests negativeFriend visited the two women in Wellington after they left managed isolation in Auckland.23 Jun 12:23 AM
New Zealand'Salary sacrifice': Existing charity donations counted for pay cutWellington's deputy mayor used existing charity donations towards her pay reduction.22 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandBlame it on the rain: Just six minutes of sunshine in Wellington last weekA stunning day today blots out last week's gloom.22 Jun 12:02 AM
New ZealandLet the light in: Winter solstice sets us on path to brighter daysIt's our shortest day - so how much extra daylight can we expect tomorrow?20 Jun 05:00 PM
LifestyleKiwi mum and dad's crusade against pornCouple lift lid on disturbing online world our kids are exposed to in new documentary.20 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandRoad closure on Wellington's Miramar Peninsula after large landslipThere is also surface flooding in the central city.18 Jun 08:32 PM
New ZealandWeather: Heavy rainfall and snow in the southA number of heavy rain watches are in place around the country.18 Jun 05:23 AM
New Zealand$409 school holiday flight vs $79 after the holidaysExpensive school holiday airfares deter families from far flung New Zealand destinations.18 Jun 02:45 AM
New ZealandTwo-year old Green investment fund finally starts spendingThe green investment fund made its first investment today – two years after being set up.18 Jun 02:30 AM
New ZealandNZTA to wrap up Transmission Gully negotiations within six weeksNZTA chairman: 'We are reliant on the contractor taking a fair and reasonable approach.'17 Jun 11:26 PM
New Zealand'They've just gapped it': Isolation duo fled after Mongrel Mob funeralGang funeral attendees alleged to have provided fake addresses to authorities.17 Jun 07:55 PM
New ZealandSurface flooding and landslips as rain batters WellingtonSurface flooding and landslips around capital after heavy and sustained rain overnight.17 Jun 07:16 PM
OpinionBarry SoperSoper: Why hasn't anyone lost their job for Covid cock-up?COMMENT: At least our beleaguered Health Minister won't be on the parliamentary slide.17 Jun 05:00 PM