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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.

Firearms and fake grenades: Avsec seizes almost 900 banned items monthly

Unions argue that outsourcing security could lower standards and compromise safety.

Wellington City Council: Simeon Brown seeking advice on potential intervention

It comes after the sale of airport shares was voted down, meaning the city's Long-term Plan will need to be changed. Video / TVNZ

Wellington council warned airport could request money for expansion plan

If the council is called on and cannot provide capital, its shareholding could be diluted.

Act leader David Seymour on issues with the Wellington City Council

Act leader David Seymour speaks about issues with the Wellington City Council. Video / Mark Mitchell

Killer driver caught making 'vile, racist' remarks about hit-and-run victim on prison phone

The victim's husband described his "helplessness" as his wife died in front of him.

Opinion: Watch out Tory, there is a real risk Govt will intervene at Wellington council

OPINION: Tory Whanau should be worried by ministers calling her council a shambles.

Christopher Luxon and Simeon Brown on Wellington City Council

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon and Local Government Minister Simeon Brown commenting on Wellington City Council. Video / Mark Mitchell

'A shambles': Nicola Willis says Govt watching Wellington City Council very closely

The Finance Minister says the council doesn't appear to be very functional.

Man who used billboards to ask woman on date wins $19,000 privacy battle against police

Alexander Pryazhnikov paid for seven billboards asking a Wellington woman out on a date.