New ZealandAxe-throwing company taking a swing at getting a liquor licence'Axe-pert' instructor would monitor situation closely, says company.17 May 02:43 AM
New ZealandSix weeks of work in four days to replace 100-year-old pipeA sinkhole opened up in the road after the pipe collapsed earlier this year.16 May 03:00 AM
New ZealandWellington Mayor avoids formal censure but told to apologiseCouncillors are today considering the findings of a code of conduct complaint.13 May 04:28 AM
KahuWellington City councillors vote to establish Māori wardWellington Mayor Andy Foster says times are changing.13 May 12:06 AM
New ZealandCar-free CBD idea to be investigatedCouncillor says Wellington city needs transformation.12 May 11:07 PM
New ZealandPacked room for public meeting on crime and harassment in WellingtonSolutions discussed to address growing violence and antisocial behaviour in the capital.12 May 08:30 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandOpinion: The gateway to Wellington shouldn't be Burger KingIt's embarrassing the city doesn't have a direct public transport service to the airport.11 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandWellington's social housing shortfall: Plans on ice until after Budget DayWellington City Council's social housing arm is forecast to be insolvent by 2023.11 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandWhat's there to hide? Call to lift the lid on investigation into Wellington's mayorCouncillors make public interest case over code of conduct investigation findings.09 May 05:00 PM
OpinionGeorgina CampbellGeorgina Campbell: Secrecy over code of conduct complaints unacceptableThe council should be more transparent about the behaviour of elected members.07 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandLocal Government code of conduct complaints a 'monster'Complaints range from whether buffet dinners were actually lavish to attacks on Facebook.03 May 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Distressing': Details of CEO's complaint against city councillor finally revealedThe Herald complained about the council's refusal to release information 16 months ago.02 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandFault that caused mass Wellington streetlight outage repairedStreetlights failed to come on in Wellington city and some outer suburbs on Saturday.02 May 01:03 AM
New ZealandProposed restructure at Wellington's City Gallery 'ruinous'Confidential restructure proposal being consulted on with 147 staff across arts sector.29 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandNew chief of staff appointed in Wellington mayor's officeSarah Owen quit last month after less than a year in the job.28 Apr 11:52 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandOpinion: Wellington council's social housing arm will be insolvent by 2023A second bailout request raises questions over WCC's status as a social housing provider.27 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandDeath sparks safety review of Wellington social housingWellington City Council to review social housing policies after a woman was found dead.27 Apr 01:19 AM
New ZealandQuality of life ... which is NZ's sweetest spot?Auckland, Tauranga, Hamilton, Porirua, Wellington, Hutt, Christchurch and Dunedin polled.26 Apr 02:15 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandAnalysis: Wellington City Council is not brand Coca-ColaANALYSIS: Politics isn't the problem at the council, poor political judgment is.22 Apr 04:09 AM
New Zealand'We are scared': Almost 3000 people respond to Wellington sexual violence surveyA third of respondents say they experience sexual violence or harassment every weekend.21 Apr 09:38 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandWellington City Council shake-up a 'missed opportunity'Analysis: Andy Foster's version of political balance undermines much needed fresh start.19 Apr 08:00 PM
New ZealandWellington City Council shake-up revealed following reviewMayor Andy Foster announces proposed chairs for new decision-making structure.19 Apr 01:38 AM
New ZealandWellington council review: 'A two-point plug, three-point socket dilemma'Review of council probes claims of serial leaking, a mayoral absence, and dysfunction.16 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandWellington police crack down on alcohol-free zonesThe increased focus follows reports locals feel unsafe walking through the city.16 Apr 01:28 AM
New Zealand'Sinking lid' policy on pokies: Wellington City Council votesIt means no new machines, and if a venue closes down the pokies go with it.15 Apr 07:38 PM
New ZealandFine for polystyrene waste on Wellington coastA $200 fine has been given to the person responsible for the pollution.14 Apr 04:36 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandA Capital Letter: Paul Eagle's power play raises question of Wellington mayoral bidOPINION: The capital's rumour mill is in full swing over who is eyeing up the mayoralty.13 Apr 05:00 PM
New ZealandReport being finalised after independent review of Wellington City CouncilCouncillors and mayor Andy Foster will meet with the reviewer tomorrow to discuss it.13 Apr 02:08 AM
EntertainmentEat, Drink, Play: New Festival to supercharge Wellington's hospitality sectorHeadline events include Opera on the Menu, Dirty Little Drag Bingo and a Psychic Supper.11 Apr 10:08 PM
New ZealandNZ's water workforce stretched to deliver multibillion-dollar investmentComing up with the money to fix our woeful pipes is one thing, but who will do the work?10 Apr 12:38 AM
New Zealand2000 properties on Wellington's recycling blacklist to get clean slateCity councillor says city is too focused on punishing people rather than educating them.08 Apr 01:42 AM
New ZealandWellington mayor accused of delaying tactics over mana whenua voting rights"We shouldn't be asking the community whether we should uphold Te Tiriti o Waitangi."08 Apr 12:30 AM
New ZealandWellington City Council to investigate car-free central city by 2025Councillor says the council's vision for the city cannot be dominated by private vehicles.07 Apr 10:15 PM
New ZealandAudit NZ warns Wellington City Council is risking more burst pipesThe council has received its second qualified opinion from Audit NZ in less than a year.06 Apr 03:54 AM
