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Who is challenging Tory Whanau for Wellington’s mayoralty?
High-profile names have been rumoured, with one prominent Wellingtonian not ruling it out.
Phoenix forced to settle for draw in season opener
The Phoenix conceded a late equaliser as they kicked off their A-League season.
'Why don't you let us off the plane?': Passenger recounts Air NZ bomb scare
Passengers on NZ247 unaware of bomb threat until news breaks; chaos ensues.
Air NZ flight to Sydney lands after bomb threat, emergency services stood down
There was a major emergency operation at Sydney airport this afternoon.
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Blonde and blue eyed Pākeha TV reporter finds his Māori whakapapa
Nature Baby's ready to stretch and grow
Kiwi organic babywear brand Nature Baby, launched 25 years ago, is ready for its OE.
ABs and Boks ‘squared up’ in a bar, and the player who feared ABs wanted to ‘kill’ him
A new book claims a member of the 1981 Springboks was to be kidnapped in New Zealand.
Fraud, theft and luxury cars: Every lawyer struck off in the past five years
When struck off, a lawyer cannot hold a practising certificate or practise law in NZ.
School 'appalled' council roadworks will coincide with exams
Roadworks on Thorndon Quay have already been blamed for the closure of Bordeaux Bakery.
'Horrendous': Man falls into tank 'chocka' with sewage, hosed off by fire crews
The 'lucky' man told firefighters he was off to buy a Lotto ticket.
Antarctic penguin tested for bird flu in Wellington
Scientists tested 16 Adelie penguins last year, with seven returning positive results.
Opinion: Should Govt run a mile from Tory Whanau's 'shambles' council?
Simeon Brown says official advice on potential Government intervention is just days away.
Burst water main in central Wellington
A water main has burst in central Wellington, flooding State Highway 1 with muddy water. Video / Mark Mitchell
Burst water main floods SH1 in central Wellington with muddy water
Motorists have been told to expect delays.
Banksy in Welly: NZ fans of legendary street artist get chance to own an original piece
The Art of Banksy exhibition will run for seven weeks from Nov 28 and tickets are on sale.
Wellington mayor Tory Whanau claims Govt intervention not discussed in meeting with minister
The mayor went into the meeting adamant any outside intervention was unnecessary.
Tory Whanau speaks after meeting Minister Simeon Brown
Wellington Mayor Tory Whanau speaks after meeting with Local Government Minister Simeon Brown at Parliament today.
Wellington start-up raises $8m, hires Silicon Valley CEO, injects AI
Why a software firm shifted its centre of gravity to the US.
Lotto Powerball jackpot remains elusive, Wellington player wins $800,000
A total of 16 punters have struck it big in 2024 and been crowned multimillionaires.
Man found guilty of friend's murder after drug-fuelled night at Wairarapa property
The mothers of both men hugged outside court after the verdict was delivered.
'Haven't broken the law': Wellington councillors challenge Govt intervention threat
Wellington City councillors have emerged from an urgent meeting this afternoon.
Love messages to alleged rapist partner to 'keep the peace' complainant says
The man has name suppression to protect the complainants' identities.
Police Minister told new gang and public safety units leaving some regions vulnerable
Mitchell spoke of his 'sleepless nights' thinking about losing another officer.
Johnny Sexton on why he hated touring NZ and abuse from Kiwi fans
Johnny Sexton uses his book to get plenty of gripes related to NZ off his chest.
'Absolutely not a shambles': Defiant Tory Whanau insists Wellington council will be fine
Meanwhile, an urgent meeting has been called for all councillors this afternoon.
'I can help you': Man allegedly told child to kill himself after pushing boy's mother
The man is also accused of sexually abusing the woman, sometimes in front of the kids.
Decision to rename Petone to Pito one referred to minister
The New Zealand Geographic Board met on the name change yesterday.
Wellington council to meet urgently after government intervention threat
Wellington city councillors will hold an urgent meeting after government threats.
Trains halted after seal found on tracks
A passenger said they were told a 'trespassing seal' caused the delay.
It's official, Bluey is coming to NZ
The popular pup will visit Auckland, Hamilton, Wellington, Christchurch and Dunedin.
Man told boss he needed to WFH to homeschool his kid. He was actually on home detention for fraud
Andrew Ross said he did not recall the extensive offending.
Wellington City Council woes: How did it all go so wrong?
The Government has set its sights on sorting out Wellington City Council.
Ryan Bridge: Capital punishment – do Tory and her council need Govt training wheels?
OPINION: What Wellington needs to learn is a lesson the hard way.