New ZealandAurora's back: Spectacular colours take over New Zealand's night skyThe aurora was visible in the lower North Island and the South Island last night.11 Oct 09:41 PM
New ZealandIndependent bookstores celebrating despite tough retail environmentAotearoa New Zealand Bookshop Day recognises the pivotal community role of bookstores.11 Oct 07:00 PM
New ZealandMan found bloodied on doorstep after street stabbing now accused of lying to policeAbbas Munshi is charged with "fabricating circumstances" around the stabbing.11 Oct 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘Personal affairs’: PM selling another rental propertyTwo-bedroom home's value has risen more than $300,000 since Luxon bought it.11 Oct 07:37 AM
New ZealandBluebridge ferry Connemara suffers engine issue, drops anchorMore than 450 people were on the ferry when the incident occurred.11 Oct 05:42 AM
New ZealandHow to see the aurora tonight: More light shows likely to dazzleThe aurora may be visible in the lower North Island and the South Island tonight.11 Oct 04:50 AM
New Zealand'Fatal force': Daughter accused of murdering mother now namedJulia DeLuney accused of a "brutal and financially-motivated" murder.11 Oct 04:19 AM
Politics'Stop talking badly about our city': Tory Whanau rejects call for govt interventionWellington's mayor admits losing the airport shares sale vote was a setback.11 Oct 03:55 AM
New ZealandLife support turned off: Grieving mother of Wellington assault victim says he was hit from behind'He took my life', says the grieving mother of a young man killed in Wellington.10 Oct 11:38 PM
New ZealandMum demands Government help after son dies in Wellington assaultLuke Smith's mother claims New Zealand sold her family a false dream.10 Oct 07:38 PM
Entertainment'Overwhelming demand': Graham Norton announces more NZ showsThe chat show star is heading to New Zealand for the first time next year.10 Oct 06:50 PM
New Zealand‘Chaos and confusion’: Wellington council votes to stop controversial airport saleThe sale has divided the council and cost the mayor crucial support.10 Oct 09:13 AM
CrimeSchizophrenia or drug-induced psychosis? What led to man's brutal homicide on rural drivewayDefence claims schizophrenia but the Crown argues drug-induced psychosis.10 Oct 05:19 AM
New ZealandLarge pool of brown wastewater spews into Wellington’s harbourPeople have been told to avoid the area while Wellington Water responds.09 Oct 09:50 PM
New ZealandCourtenay Place death: Young people 'playing roulette' going out in WellingtonThe mum of another young man has spoken out following the death of Luke Smith.09 Oct 09:13 PM
New ZealandKiller of RNZ journalist Phillip Cottrell released despite high riskNicho Waipuka was jailed for almost 13 years in 2013 and released this week.09 Oct 07:01 PM
New ZealandHurricane Milton hits and Police cut jobs | Focus Morning Bulletin October 10, 2024Air New Zealand staffer sacked after bypassing Customs queue, Hurricane Milton closes in on Florida and why police are cutting more than 100 jobs.Watch09 Oct 06:50 PM
New ZealandResource consent lodged to expand Petone KmartThe application is currently on hold while impacts on traffic are considered.09 Oct 04:00 PM
Crime'Grandiose ideas': Murder accused claims to have healed 78 inmates, compares self to JesusWire Reddington's psychosis worsened without medication before the alleged murder.09 Oct 07:00 AM
New ZealandWellington bakery chain shutting after 30 years, blames council roading changesThe Thorndon Quay Project has seen dozens of car parks removed to make space for a cycleway, angering local businesses.Watch09 Oct 06:31 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionGeorgina CampbellOpinion: Tory Whanau's mayoralty damaged by toxic airport saleOPINION: It’s difficult to see how Wellington's Mayor comes out of the saga looking good.09 Oct 05:00 AM
New ZealandAustralia waives diplomatic immunity for man embroiled in Wellington street fightPolice had sought a waiver of diplomatic immunity to press charges.09 Oct 04:56 AM
New Zealand'Unthinkable tragedy': Man was enjoying night of dancing before fatal assaultGivealittle page set up to help family after 'bright light taken far too soon'.09 Oct 04:42 AM
New ZealandLegal action, cones and speed bumps: The road that closed Bordeaux BakeryThorndon Quay is one of the most important commuter routes for Wellingtonians.09 Oct 03:46 AM
New ZealandCentrePort warns it's not a 24/7 emergency first responder to ferry breakdownsWellington's port has requested an urgent meeting with ministers over Cook Strait safety.08 Oct 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandKāinga Ora board member slams Bill English review in resignation letterPhilippa Howden-Chapman served on Kāinga Ora’s board for six years.08 Oct 04:00 PM
EntertainmentApra Silver Scroll Awards 2024: Winners crowned in WellingtonThe prestigious music prizes were awarded at St James Theatre on Tuesday night.08 Oct 10:30 AM
EntertainmentWatch: The 2024 Apra Silver Scroll AwardsSee all the action from Wellington from 7.50pm.08 Oct 06:30 AM
New Zealand'Ready to die': Video emerges of central Wellington diplomatic stoushPolice are seeking a waiver of diplomatic immunity to press charges.08 Oct 06:18 AM
New ZealandYoung man dies after Wellington assault, victim namedA 29yo is accused of critically assaulting a man in Wellington CBD's nightlife area.08 Oct 02:23 AM
New ZealandWellington cafe closing all three of its stores after 30 yearsBordeaux Bakery is blaming the council's removal of car parks for its demise.08 Oct 12:58 AM
New ZealandBluebridge ferry hits wharf in Picton in strong windsThe incident comes after Connemara lost power in Cook Strait last month.08 Oct 12:48 AM
New ZealandTory Whanau's airport share sale at risk as council reconsiders decisionWellington City Council is preparing for a crucial vote this week.07 Oct 04:00 PM
CrimeMurder-accused: It wasn't me. It was my brother ... or I was insaneDefence claims Wire Reddington's schizophrenia could support an insanity defence.07 Oct 05:01 AM
