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Wellington's port has requested an urgent meeting with ministers over Cook Strait safety.
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Kāinga Ora board member slams Bill English review in resignation letter
Philippa Howden-Chapman served on Kāinga Ora’s board for six years.
Apra Silver Scroll Awards 2024: Winners crowned in Wellington
The prestigious music prizes were awarded at St James Theatre on Tuesday night.
Watch: The 2024 Apra Silver Scroll Awards
See all the action from Wellington from 7.50pm.
'Ready to die': Video emerges of central Wellington diplomatic stoush
Police are seeking a waiver of diplomatic immunity to press charges.
Young man dies after Wellington assault, victim named
A 29yo is accused of critically assaulting a man in Wellington CBD's nightlife area.
Wellington cafe closing all three of its stores after 30 years
Bordeaux Bakery is blaming the council's removal of car parks for its demise.
Bluebridge ferry hits wharf in Picton in strong winds
The incident comes after Connemara lost power in Cook Strait last month.
Tory Whanau's airport share sale at risk as council reconsiders decision
Wellington City Council is preparing for a crucial vote this week.
Murder-accused: It wasn't me. It was my brother ... or I was insane
Defence claims Wire Reddington's schizophrenia could support an insanity defence.
Buildings inspected, more leaks expected after strong Wellington quake
The capital city's drinking water pipes are particularly vulnerable.
Aftershock of magnitude 3.8 earthquake hits Wellington
GeoNet reported light shaking in Cook Strait at 2.23pm.
Man charged after early morning assualt in Wellington, police search for witnesses
Police want to speak to two women sitting close by when man was injured.
The unsung icon behind the primary school hit Fish and Chips
The song is almost as famous as the dish. So why is its writer virtually unknown?
One resident worried about shaking caused Wellington apartment block evacuation
The building's developer says 'this was in its truest sense, a false alarm'.
The Beehive will be buzzing with First Nations speakers
Capital iwi will host Native American visitors in October.
Wellington apartment block evacuated due to concerns after quake
Residents said they felt 'shaking', hours after a 5.7 magnitude quake struck.
Retiree leading Wellington's rates revolt
Retiree Judy Rohloff is leading Wellington's rates revolt. Video / Mark Mitchell
Man found critically injured in Wellington's Courtenay Place
Police were called around 3.20am to the nightlife spot after a man was found injured.
'Loud rumbling, heavy shaking': Strong earthquake hits Wellington
The magnitude-5.7 earthquake struck minutes after 5am.
NPC: Wellington Lions sink Magpies' home finals bid
The Magpies were made to pay for ill-discipline and defensive lapses.
How Brian Lochore's gentle leadership shaped New Zealand rugby
How a humble farmer became a World Cup-winning coach: Brian Lochore’s legendary journey.
Tipene Reddington's bracelet data undermines brother's murder accusation
Crown: Ankle data suggests Tipene Reddington was at the house, not close to murder scene.
Return of the ute: Remember how Karen O'Leary's vehicle was stolen?
In a miraculous turn of events, it's been found and O'Leary couldn't be happier.
Wellington councillors accused of ‘deliberately excluding’ iwi voices on airport shares sale
Tensions at the council are at boiling point.
'You’re at the desperation stage': Wellington man’s 11-hour wait with sick daughter in A&E
He said an 11-hour wait was not unusual for what they saw.
Census reveals a wealth of detail about New Zealand’s LGBTIQ+ community
This is the first census that has allowed diverse gender responses.
NZ 'late to the party' in building infrastructure, PM says
Government open to public-private partnerships in building critical health infrastructure.
'Huge loss of confidence': Govt may strip ministry of school property role
The inquiry alleges schools were able to 'jump the queue' by lobbying politicians.
Will Wellington run out of water this summer? Money to fix leaks forecast to dry up
Restrictions have already begun and water pressure has been reduced in some suburbs.
Govt considered disestablishing Māori Crown Relations Office
It was decided to retain office as a departmental agency to "minimise disruption".
Magpies chase a repeat of last year's win in Wellington
The Magpies could end up No 2 with a home playoff next week.
Special protection: The diplomats who invoked immunity to evade crime - and those that didn't
It comes as the partner of an Australian diplomat was arrested, released in Wellington
Wellington councillors asked staff not to remove pro-Palestine graffiti
Council officials have warned councillors against 'deliberately taking sides'.