Latest Wellington news
'True industry leaders': Rob and Mandy Pye win Northland Farm Environment Awards
The Pyes are strongly committed to animal health, the environment and the community.
The gastric illness sweeping a city: What is cryptosporidiosis and how do you get it?
Wellington faces a cryptosporidiosis outbreak with 32 cases, mostly in Hutt Valley.
‘A sigh of relief’: Radio host Nick Mills ends battle with Inland Revenue over debt
Inland Revenue's bid to liquidate Nick Mills' companies 'discontinued'.
‘Middle class struggle’: Housing costs hit essential workers
Market rent is $650 per week; these homes will rent for $520, saving $6760 annually.
Jesus ‘very well might support Act’: David Seymour
The party would endorse a mayoral candidate if Christ hypothetically came back to stand.
Orere Pt Death: Police taser to provide vital video and audio for investigation
Police officers involved are being drug-tested and will be interviewed this week.
Juicy Fest, Timeless Summer Tour companies owe more than $2.4m
One ticketholder fears the chances of a refund are 'extremely low'.
‘We all had a ball’: Close to 5000 people taste the best meatballs in Hastings
Around 4500 to 5000 people attended the inaugural Hastings event.
College secures regional debating title for third year
'Prevalence of technopessimism' subject of grand final debate.
New Zealand's Best Baches: Meet this year's 2025 Bach Of The Year winners
An inside look at the 10 standout private baches recognised in this year’s awards.
Cold, rain, thunderstorms to affect much of NZ
South Island temperatures are expected to fall by at least 15C.
What happened at the NZ First event? Judge's defence of alleged Northern Club incident
NZ First claims she shouted: 'He’s lying! How can you let him say that?'.
Health NZ refuses to release rent costs for sick baby unit that doesn’t exist
Negotiations are under way with another health provider to take on the lease.
Long delays on motorways in Auckland as storm batters NZ
It comes after flights across the South Island were disrupted this morning.
‘Did what he loved to do’: Tributes flow for ‘Mr Marathon’
Dennis Kenny was the race director of the Rotorua Marathon for 34 years until 2003.
Couch fires, booze, and burned wallaby: Police investigating student celebrations
Many of Dunedin's students began celebrations before 6am.
Person injured after fight with Wellington home intruder, residents told to check properties
Police are investigating whether two serious incidents in a Wellington suburb are linked.
Storm disrupts flights around NZ: Heavy rain hits, temp plunge
While South Island gets battered, North Island in for a different forecast.
‘Needs a shake up’: Labour struggles to find candidate to take on Tory Whanau
The party has had to extend the nomination period.
Marama Davidson on cancer, Greens’ drama, and ‘privilege’ of Nikki Kaye support
'She knew before my husband, she knew before any of my children.'
Buyer identified for Philip Polkinghorne’s mansion
Agent says he has identified someone "who is happy to take it on".
‘I was nobody, he was a top salesperson’ - How an unstoppable double act was formed
What happens when a newbie pairs with an industry veteran.
Car news and advice
Skoda Kodiaq Selection TDI review: this is large-SUV gold
Name us a better packaged large SUV, with better features, at any price. Go on.
Kia EV3 NZ pricing revealed, EV4 makes local debut
Kia has revealed its NZ pricing and line up for the EV3, with a special guest appearance.
Leapmotor C10 Ultra Hybrid with (nearly) 1000km range
Petrol-electric range extender undercuts its EV equivalent by a substantial sum.
More Wellington news
'No prior notice': School tuckshops close across NZ amid lunch provider's liquidation
The Herald is aware of at least seven schools that have closed their tuckshops from today.
Love rat on the big screen at Fraud Film Festival
Pig butchering and spy dramas: Fraud film festival explores dark arts.