KiwiRail to undertake urgent inspections of Wellington rail lines
Hutt Valley, Melling and Wairarapa lines will close next week during off-peak times.
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The Maritime Union says the situation's reached a crisis point.
Beehive asks Wellington Water for explanation over shortage crisis
Local Government Minister Simeon Brown met Wellington Water officials before Christmas.
West Coast prepares for a month's worth of rain in one day
MetService is predicting up to 800mm of rain for some areas.
More water could be drawn from Hutt River to avoid Wellington's shortage crisis
But an ecologist has warned this would come at the expense of freshwater species.
Celia Wade-Brown has ‘mixed feelings’ about stepping into Golriz Ghahraman’s empty Green seat
The former Wellington Mayor said the circumstances were not what she hoped.
Wellington water shortage: State of emergency planned if restrictions fail
The region is moving to Level 2 water restrictions today as demand surges.
Golriz Gharahman’s replacement: Who is Celia Wade-Brown?
Celia Wade-Brown is in line to take on Golriz Gharahman's list MP position.
Supermarket's CCTV policy 'only serves offenders'
A private investigator has offered his company's services for free.
Popular bar blames 'unruly' tourists for sudden closure
The bar breached its liquor licence, but a sign blames 'unruly out of towners'.
‘Pathetic’ legal catch stops supermarkets sharing CCTV for carpark crashes
Kelly Hamilton is 'defeated' after Countdown refused to give her '10 seconds' of footage.
What to do in Wellington this summer
Where to stay, what to eat, and what to do in the capital this summer.
Passerby rushes to aid of unconscious man - then steals his e-scooter
It's not yet confirmed whether the scooter has been returned.
Video of man holding struggling gull by neck prompts call for 'punishment'
'I'll break your neck,' the man says in the video as others can be heard laughing.
Heat alerts issued for parts of New Zealand
Clouds, wind and rain are forecast for some parts of the country - but it's still hot.
Wellington faces water restrictions as system struggles to cope with demand
The restrictions will come into effect net week.
Glamour TVNZ couple tie the knot at Northland beach wedding
'It was a lovely ceremony for a lovely couple.'
'Seek other transport': All trains in or out of Wellington suspended
There were also delays on some lines in the capital due to heat restrictions.
Occupants of car flee with possible firearm after spiking
Police make two arrests and say there is no ongoing threat to the public.
Pedestrian rushed to hospital after crash in Tawa
The person has been taken to hospital after the crash.
Two men charged over brawl that led to gang murder
Two people have been charged over a violent gang brawl that preceded Hori Gage's murder.
'Sickening gym cult': Tory Whanau's bid to be healthy after turbulent year
After vowing to give up alcohol, the mayor is focused on a lifestyle reset.
‘Sorry for that crack’: Tory Whanau makes amends with Transport Minister
The left-leaning mayor reveals how she plans to work with a National Government.
'Pathetic woman': Group who cut open live shark called intervener an 'activist'
Adele Ross said other onlookers were disturbed and one was in tears.
'Strange bond': Two men's near-identical ordeals surviving alone in the ocean
Rob Hewitt has reflected on his own ordeal of floating alone at sea for 72 hours.
'I just kept staying alive': Man's 24-hour ordeal after falling overboard without life jacket
Will Fransen spent nearly 24 hours drifting in the ocean without even a life jacket.
'Glad to see you': First words of man rescued after almost 24 hours in the sea
The man used the reflection of the sun on his watch to catch his rescuers' attention.
'Fish can't scream': Pregnant shark dragged to shore, cut open while still alive
Graphic video shows the shark being cut open and her live babies spilling out.
Search continues for swimmer missing at Karioitahi Beach
The missing person is one of three who got into trouble in the water.
Two people trapped after crash near Omarama
One of the vehicles involved in the crash was towing a caravan.
Make the most of the sun: Rain expected for the weekend
The sunny, warm weather is expected to continue for a few days.
'Act of complete foolishness': Oz musician at Rhythm and Alps festival admits to shoplifting
A photo posted online appears to show the band member putting an item in his bag.
Liquidators formally demand $780k from failed travel company We Are Bamboo
The director has rejected suggestions he breached his duties.