Wellington reporter, NewstalkZB
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Black Friday: Retail NZ says transport plans add to feel of gloom in Wellington
Removing cars from CBD further dampening Christmas spirit - Retail NZ.
Mongrel Mob anniversary to be held in Porirua less than a fortnight after Covid scare, some residents 'extremely upset'
Authorities had asked anyone who attended a Porirua tangi last week to get tested.
Opinion: Covid-19 protest in Wellington died an uneventful death
NewstalkZB reporter Jack Crossland's first-person experience of today's Covid-19 protest.
Hospital parking fee hike a 'kick in the guts' following pay increase, says Wellington nurse
From January 1, the cost of staff daily parking will nearly double at Wellington Hospital.
A warning against hiring an unregistered builder
Warning issued not to hire unregistered builders as long wait times loom.
'Gruelling': The Wellington event that's been hit with four Covid cancellations
One of Wellington's unluckiest Covid casualties has been hit for a fourth time.
Homegrown 2022 line-up confirmed despite Covid uncertainty
Jim Beam Homegrown has announced its first 2022 line-up despite Covid-19 uncertainty.
Ministers say public servants should return, but thousands in Wellington aren't allowed to
Occupancy at some government departments is down as much as 70 per cent.
'An energy to the city again': Level 2 brings buzz back to Wellington's streets
A pre-lockdown buzz has returned to the capital's streets with level 2 this morning.
Wellington businessman says new level 2 a 'million times more difficult'
There is a new limit of 50 people at hospitality and event venues under alert level 2.
Wellington active cases at 15 as alert level decision looms
Wellington faces a possible move to alert level 2 today, as outbreak sits at 15.
Poor rugby turnout wouldn't have happened in Wellington claims councillor
NZ Rugby told to think more laterally to attract bigger crowds at future All Blacks games
Mongrel Mob member sentenced for threatening to kill National MP
Simeon Brown has clashed with the Waikato Mongrel Mob at select committee.
'We'll walk with you': Friends and supporters of Quentin Rew racewalk from the pub
Supporters of Olympian racewalker Quentin Rew are keeping pace with him from the pub.
Hundreds of burgers given away after flawed online promotion
Gorilla Burger gave away hundreds of burgers to people taking advantage of its promotion.
Marine biologist: We need to learn from baby orca Toa's death
Massey University professor says we need to learn from Toa the orca calf's death.
Woman arrested after Wellington shooting
"This was a serious incident which has caused alarm in the community."
Person remains in serious condition following Wellington shooting
A person remains in a serious condition after being shot in Vogeltown.
Wellington barbers struggling to find staff who make the cut
Wellington barbers say they are facing a staffing crisis.
More than 1000 gather at Wellington's transgender rights rally
Transgender community advocates gathered outside Wellington's Michael Fowler Centre.
Watch: Tears and joy in Wellington after today's football final
The Bond pub in Wellington was at full capacity this morning for the Euro 2020 final.
Taranaki Whānui members occupy land near Mt Crawford prison
Members protesting what they claim to be zero consultation in development discussions.
Drilling at Miramar's Mt Crawford raises concern among some iwi members
Taranaki Whānui and MHUD are investigating another housing development above Shelly Bay.
Te Papa assault: Name suppression continues for accused
The man charged with a fatal assault outside Te Papa will keep his name secret for now.
WOAP to take diners on a more exotic journey
Visa Wellington On A Plate has announced it's running with the theme, "out of place."
Former employee of Scots College accused of fraud facing new charges
Former employee of Wellington's Scots College, Andi Ross, is facing new charges.
Original Kaffee Eis closing in Oriental Bay
Owner Karl Tiefenbacher says the rise in the minimum wage is the main culprit.
Dramatic drop in masks on buses - drivers 'challenged'
They are forced to rely on a system of trust to ensure mask rules are maintained.
Inclusive low-sensory hour introduced at Wellington Museum
Wellington Museum establishing a low-sensory hour to promote inclusion.
Wellington food supremos open plant-based pizzeria
The Cuba Street spot boasts a Mediterranean fusion menu featuring all the classics.
St Patrick's Day arrives for Irish Kiwis
There'll be plenty of craic today as Irish New Zealanders celebrate.
Crackdown: Wellington brunches bottom out at four drinks
A video of people sculling mimosas was the final straw for one establishment.
'Everyone's watching their backs': Street safety concerns in Wellington CBD
Police launch a homicide investigation into the death of 58-year-old Simon Strickland.
Man accused of cleaning shotgun used to kill Rau Tongia in his Karori home
Police have now charged five people in connection with murder.
Karori homicide: Three women deny involvement in murder of Rau Tongia
Two of the women charged over Rau Tongia's murder can now be named.
'I did it, I did it': Witness describes horror over race-course intruder
Chairman Paul Humphries said the club would be seeking a lifetime ban.
Wellington Cup Day Fashion: The 2021 trend is a 'dusty friend'
Covid-19 has put a handbrake on fashion trends, but we can always rely on the classics.