Ethan Manera
Wellington Reporter, Newstalk ZB
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'Where's our observer?' Crown appointee absent for first Wellington council meeting
Lindsay McKenzie starts in the role today, commuting between Nelson and Wellington.
Sir Peter Jackson bowls $2.5m house; new documents reveal plans
The billionaire film director owns 12 properties on the street.
'Outrageous': One of NZ's first state housing blocks mothballed, future uncertain
Kāinga Ora has been 'working through decisions' on the building's future since 2022.
Photos reveal the grim reality of squatting in Wellington's derelict buildings
Personal items can be seen amid floors covered with rubbish and graffiti on walls.
Watch: ‘Intolerant and hateful' - Masked offenders steal pride flag from man’s home
He's already hung a new flag - 'It's important that we don't hide in the face of threats.'
Who is challenging Tory Whanau for Wellington’s mayoralty?
High-profile names have been rumoured, with one prominent Wellingtonian not ruling it out.
'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.
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.
Buildings inspected, more leaks expected after strong Wellington quake
The capital city's drinking water pipes are particularly vulnerable.
The retiree leading Wellington's rates revolt
Judy Rohloff says people aren't just upset, they're angry.
Wellington councillors asked staff not to remove pro-Palestine graffiti
Council officials have warned councillors against 'deliberately taking sides'.
Expressions of interest close for 'prime' Karori site after development falls through
The former university campus was supposed to be turning into a retirement village.
Private developer offers to take over stalled Kāinga Ora development
The Government has already sunk $48m into Wellington's Arlington site.
Fleeing van leads police on dramatic pursuit through Wairarapa streets, racecourse
The incident started in Featherston and lasted nearly two hours.
Developer walks away from iconic Wellington site
Despite years of searching, no tenant has been found for Oriental Bay's Band Rotunda.
Eatery at heart of Wellington's political scene opening new venue
The cafe popular with public servants was the scene of a career-ending scandal.
New Wellington street festival given the green light
The event will see Courtenay Place closed to make way for circus acts and live music.
Financial help considered as more disruption looms for struggling Wellington businesses
A major project to 'revitalise' Wellington's Golden Mile starts next year.
Three Wellington cafes closing today, more than 20 staff losing their jobs
It's the latest in a string of hospitality and retail closures in the capital.
$48m spent on Kāinga Ora social housing development, but site still sits empty
Kāinga Ora’s taking another look at the plans due to 'significant cost escalation'.
'Trying to shut down venues one by one': Owner says authorities 'killing' bars
Two of Jose Ubiaga bars have been put into liquidation this month.
Te Papa to start charging international visitors $35 as energy costs soar
The national museum will remain free for Kiwis.
'Thought it was an earthquake': Dramatic footage shows hammer-wielding thieves smash into dairy
Owners watched thieves raid their businesses on CCTV before deciding to confront them.
What it takes to be crowned New Zealand’s top cat
Wendy Powell says she didn't expect Masterpiece du Petite Prince to be an instant success.
Wellington Water boss abruptly quits, stepping down from tomorrow
The board has announced Tonia Haskell is stepping down.
'Lost its mojo': New street festival pitched to revitalise Wellington party strip
The last time Courtenay Place was closed for a street festival was in 2017.
‘Life changing’: Plea for Ozempic to be funded in NZ after 30kg weight loss
The 52-year-old got hold of the weight loss drug through a US clinical trial.
Wellington’s derelict Reading Cinema complex for sale
The sale comes after a controversial council deal fell through.
How not to ram raid: Offenders escape out windows after getting car wedged in dairy
The culprits fled the scene empty-handed after getting the car stuck in the doorway.
'Confusing as hell': PSA criticises Govt position on te reo Māori
Some departments have already changed their names but it's unclear if others will follow.
Review of urgent passport for Fred Again tour cost taxpayers $50k
DIA's chief executive called the review a “light touch, independent look” at the saga.
Man critically injured after falling three floors in vacant Wellington building
There have been 'significant issues' with homeless entering the building.
Tory Whanau reveals ADHD diagnosis with 'traits of autism'
The mayor's diagnosis came while she was seeking help for her drinking problem.
'Suffocated': Wellington businesses consider legal action against council
They say long-term construction work in Civic Square is driving customers away.
Developer looks to bring heritage-inspired townhouses to Auckland, Wellington
Christchurch's Brooksfield has already got offers in on potential sites in Auckland.
'Visual insult': Residents outraged after squiggly line painted along walkway
A council staff member said a contractor had been trialling a new machine.
Wellington Mayor Tory Whanau missed half of airport board meetings in past year
Report reveals the mayor attended only four out of eight meetings in the past year.
Safety concerns raised over Wellington ‘anti-trans’ event
Te Papa and the council are reviewing health and safety and security arrangements.
Minister encourages te reo use 'everywhere and anywhere', despite Govt position
Documents released to the Herald reveal his preferences for email greetings and signoffs.
Wellington's controversial heritage flats could be bowled for student accommodation
The eyesore building has sat empty since 2012 and could finally get a new lease on life.
Wellington Mayor Tory Whanau left the Green Party. Now she is renewing her membership
Whanau previously chose not to renew her membership to work with councillors productively.
Commercial Bay developer eyes Wellington’s Civic Square
Precinct Properties has recently opened Bowen Campus and Willis Lane in the capital.
MBIE moves ahead with voluntary redundancies; DIA confirms jobs could go
Government departments are pushing on with cost-slashing exercises, including job cuts.
Wellington water woes: Gaping sinkhole opens at school
The sinkhole has been cordoned off and will be excavated tomorrow.