Lifestyle'Near death': Man who weighed 290kg transforms his lifeEli Moon no longer walks into a restaurant worried he will break one of the chairs.26 Oct 03:30 AM
New ZealandPolice recover ‘critical evidence’ in Baby Ru homicide caseItems are now undergoing forensic examination.25 Oct 04:55 AM
New ZealandFormer mayor challenges $40 parking ticket saying there's clearly a 'signage problem''It’s plainly a footpath, laid out by council for pedestrians' - council's lawyer.25 Oct 12:08 AM
New ZealandWatch: 'Severe' Wellington gales cancel flights, strong gusts blast ferry in harbourA total of 23 flights have been cancelled in and out of Wellington Airport.24 Oct 07:11 AM
New ZealandTreatment plant stinks of 'hydrogen sulfide and faeces', residents sayResidents and business owners say the stench is still unbearable from the plant.24 Oct 04:10 AM
PremiumPremiumAnalysisGeorgina CampbellThe clue that Wellington's Crown observer was waiting in the wings in JanuaryAnalysis: Bursting water pipes are the inescapable backdrop to the city's problems.24 Oct 12:23 AM
New ZealandWorkSafe plans second major restructure, job losses proposed40 net roles are proposed to be cut.23 Oct 11:30 PM
New ZealandMan not guilty of encouraging child to kill himself, raping boy's motherThe defence case was that the allegations were simply not true, his lawyer said.23 Oct 11:10 PM
New ZealandSchool warns of sextortion predator targeting local teensWellington High School warns parents a person is blackmailing students online.23 Oct 06:59 PM
New ZealandClimate activist taken into custody after blocking Wellington street with carMichael O’Hara is protesting because he wants a climate wealth tax.23 Oct 06:18 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionOpinion: 'Problematic decisions' - Wellington's council has stopped listening to residentsOPINION: 'Many people support cycleways - just not the council’s approach to them'.23 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandWellington City Council woes: Has the government declared war on local councils?If changes aren’t made, more government intervention in local councils could be next.23 Oct 04:00 PM
OpinionBarry SoperBarry Soper: Inconsistency the hallmark of Tory Whanau’s leadershipOPINION: If you have wondered how Tory Whanau could win mayoralty, then wonder no more.23 Oct 04:00 PM
New Zealand'I couldn't save you': Person of interest in Baby Ru homicide speaks outThree people were in the house when the 1-year-old suffered a skull fracture.23 Oct 04:33 AM
New ZealandThe observer: Who has the chops to rein in Wellington City Council?Several names have been floated as potential candidates to sort out the 'shambles'.23 Oct 03:06 AM
PoliticsSimeon Brown on appointing an observer to the Wellington City CouncilLocal Government Minister Simeon Brown on appointing an observer to the Wellington City Council. Video / Mark MitchellWatch23 Oct 03:02 AM
PoliticsDavid Seymour on Crown observer for Wellington City CouncilAct leader David Seymour on the Government appointing an observer to the Wellington City Council. Video / Mark MitchellWatch23 Oct 01:57 AM
EducationReport finds Govt lacks information on student achievement in primary, intermediateThe audit says better information is needed to improve student achievement.23 Oct 01:04 AM
New ZealandTory Whanau appears to like Instagram comments suggesting Govt intervention a 'hit-job'The mayor's account has since un-liked the comments.22 Oct 10:18 PM
New ZealandGovt Steps in for Wellington Council & Yanfei Bao Trial Updates | NZ Herald News UpdateGovt intervention, police shortage, gang arrests, youth justice issues, real estate trial, and new school lunch programme.Watch22 Oct 06:46 PM
New ZealandRovers united: Bonding on and off the field'Super-tight' team spirit includes eight footballers living in the same complex.22 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandPhotos reveal the grim reality of squatting in Wellington's derelict buildingsPersonal items can be seen amid floors covered with rubbish and graffiti on walls.22 Oct 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Tell the truth': Baby Ru's mother adamant she wasn't involved in child's deathPolice still investigating child's death, with three persons of interest remaining.22 Oct 06:19 AM
PoliticsWatch: 'Must do better' – Mayor says tough decisions ahead after Government appoints observerThe Government is to appoint a Crown observer to Wellington City Council.22 Oct 05:12 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionGeorgina CampbellOpinion: Angry Wellington ratepayers vindicated as Government steps inAdvice raises concerns about financial mismanagement and Wellingtonians being overcharged.22 Oct 04:57 AM
New ZealandTory Whanau speaks to mediaTory Whanau speaks to media regarding Simeon Brown's Crown observer announcement. Video / Mark MitchellWatch22 Oct 02:34 AM
PoliticsSimeon Brown appoints Crown observerLocal Government Minister Simeon Brown has decided to place a Crown observer on Wellington City Council following its decision to reopen its long-term plan. Video / NZ HeraldWatch22 Oct 01:34 AM
New ZealandTransmission Gully link road closed for 'critical' workA link road on Wellington's Transmission Gully is about to be ripped up.21 Oct 07:59 PM
New ZealandWellington Police: One year anniversary of the death of infant Baby RuToday marks the one year anniversary of the death of an infant in Lower Hutt who has come to be known as Baby Ru. Video / Wellington PoliceWatch21 Oct 07:24 PM
New ZealandOne year on: No charges in Baby Ru's brutal deathPolice still investigating child's death, with three persons of interest remaining.21 Oct 05:55 PM
New ZealandSouth Island braces for downpours, half a metre of rain could fall at altitudeA heavy rain watch has already been issued for Fiordland.21 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionSimon WilsonSimon Wilson: What's the difference between Wayne Brown and Tory Whanau?OPINION: The Auckland and Wellington mayors have more in common than you might think.21 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsFour government departments spend more on consultants in a financial year after order to cut backThe Government has directed agencies to reduce reliance on contractors and consultants.21 Oct 04:00 PM
New ZealandHouse ablaze in Newtown, Central WellingtonCrews were called to the scene around 8.20pm.21 Oct 08:30 AM
