Latest Wellington news
Hurricanes ponder No 10 move for All Blacks outside back
The Hurricanes face the Crusaders on Friday in a crucial Super Rugby Pacific clash.
Cryptosporidiosis outbreak: Second swimming pool drained after ill person attends lesson
A symptomatic person attended a swimming lesson last weekend.
NZ hydro-power generation gets a boost
Much-needed rain has taken some pressure off the national electricity grid.
‘Sounded like a light aircraft’: Wellington shaken by midnight quake
GeoNet said the quake was 5km deep and described as moderate.
On The Up: Perspective, confidence and balance - top Kiwis share the secrets to their success
On The Up: How four inspirational New Zealanders keep focused on their goals.
Gasfitter disciplined for installing a gas cooker in a bedroom, risking poisoning occupants
An authority deemed the seriousness of the gasfitter's offending as 'very high'.
‘Cover-up’: Family demand answers after child sex offender’s prison death
Kingi Hemi died in Ngawha Prison in November. His cause of death remains unknown.
‘Very impressed’: Sacred Satono shines in Elsdon Park win
Sacred Satono has now earned $655,578 from 30 starts, including seven wins.
‘Nearly called an ambulance’: Mum describes horror symptoms amid crypto outbreak
The Lower Hutt woman said her husband looked like he was having a seizure.
Settled weather for most after late-week deluge and rescue dramas
Some places received almost half a metre of rain in the late-week drencher.
‘Grab your warmest jacket’: Temps to plummet in south as heavy rain lifts in north
Dunedin experienced its highest temperature of the year on Friday.
Landlords exit Northland market as rents surge, tenants struggle
Landlords are exiting Northland's market due to rising costs like insurance.
Blueberry growers thrive with bumper crop
Packhouse director Patrick Malley points to exciting future for Northland horticulture.
Thomas Coughlan: Luxon should vote down the Treaty Principles Bill in person
OPINION: Christopher Luxon should be in Parliament when the bill is killed.
Auckland’s big day kicks off: Sports fans spoiled for choice
Moana Pasifika, Auckland FC, Blues and Blues Women are all in action this evening.
‘An eye for an eye’: Gang member accused of murder says hit put on his life
The defendant gave his account of the shooting that left one dead and another injured.
Wellington crypto outbreak: Health NZ issues fresh warning
More cases of contagious bug reported since March 21, particularly in the Hutt Valley.
Wellington police confirm man's death being treated as a homicide
Simon Bird, 65, was found dead on Albemarle Rd in the suburb of Northland on Tuesday. Video / Mark Mitchell
Offal dumped in river could be what’s left of A&P Society’s stolen sheep
'While we can’t say for certain ... its close proximity raises serious concerns.'
On The Up: NZME launches editorial campaign to share stories of Kiwi success
Why NZME is launching this campaign – and how you can help us.
Bush shack in West Auckland’s hippy enclave looking for buyer with good ‘aura’
Deceased estate in Oratia billed as a "do-up of epic proportions".
Historic villa for sale after fire mishap, overseas landlord wants out
Rotorua rental property has been vacant for two years.
Car news and advice
EV batteries can last almost 40% longer in the real world than in lab tests
The way we use EVs in the real world sees less battery degradation than in the lab tests.
UK-designed Chevrolet Corvette concept revealed: who needs America?
Advanced design concept just one of many coming from multiple GM studios this year.
Ford Australia hits 100
Ford ticked up 100 years in Australia last week, with plenty of cars to celebrate.
More Wellington news
Death of ‘true gentleman’ in Wellington treated as unexplained
Tributes for Simon Bird flooded social media on Wednesday night.
Raglan dairy farmer wins Waikato farm environment award
Dedication to animal welfare and the environment helped Tor Pedersen win.