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Council leaves itself a loophole before Shelly Bay land sale vote
Documents released before vote over one of Wellington's most controversial developments.
Young man left 'cult' only to become 'slave' to older man
The defendant told police he hoped the blackmail would rekindle the relationship.
Ute tries to take late-night dip in a Wellington Bay
The vehicle went off the road just before 10pm last night.
Rookie lifeguard 'shaking' after saving life of drowning girl
Three teens are lucky to be alive - and they have a 16yo off-duty lifeguard to thank.
Rectal exams not standard practice for work assessments, tribunal hears
Lawyer argues you can't criticise doctor for his 'thorough approach'.
'One of the worst scenes': Kiwi teen brothers killed in Sydney crash
An early morning car chase in Sydney ended in tragedy for two Wellington teenagers
Insurance Council issues stark warning over Wellington's spatial plan
Densification of Wellington's CBD could leave thousands homeless in significant quake.
Wellington spatial plan called a 'childish wish for housing'
Residents clash over affordability and heritage in plan to house future Wellingtonians.
Killed cyclist's family speak of 'huge loss'
Khing Wong was writing a text message seconds before the fatal crash.
Woman felt 'taken advantage of' by doctor accused of unnecessary anal exams
Six witnesses spoke today about their experience of the alleged misconduct.
Councillors and mayors clash over Wellington Water review proposal
Colleagues say they're sick and tired of Upper Hutt Mayor Wayne Guppy's negative attitude.
Jacinda Ardern's new Cabinet: The full line-up and portfolios
Revealed: Who's in and who's out of the Cabinet; portfolios revealed.
Wellington council gets $38m insurance payout for quake-damaged offices
The agreement comes after four years of wrangling over the Civic Administration Building.
Council fights to take possession of quake-prone building
A landmark case is playing out in a Wellington courtroom over an iconic heritage building.
Cop spotted sharing drugs in Wellington bar toilet but avoids conviction
Richard Gibson was seen sharing drugs with a man in the bathroom of a bar.
Young dad killed in Melbourne: Grieving NZ family blocked from saying last goodbye
"I can't even touch my brother - he's gone."
Mayor urges review of Wellington Water's structure
Wellington water woes back in spotlight with mayor's call for review.
Referendum results: PM explains why she said yes to cannabis reform
Jacinda Ardern said her vote was a personal vote.
Futurist's dire prediction: 'Get ready, another pandemic is coming'
Futurist blames humans for pandemics like Covid-19 and says there will be more.
'The image will be changed': Kiwi designer faces backlash over 'racist' poster
Annah Stretton says, 'I can understand that out of context the image may be difficult'.
Sold! Wellington's old air traffic control tower off the market
Tower has sold in just a couple of weeks with more than 100,000 views across the globe.
Emergency services investigate unknown substance spill in Wellington
Emergency services have been called to a commercial building on The Terrace.
Ex school employee denies $331,000 fraud
The man briefly appeared in the Wellington District Court this morning.
Hey, now! Crowded House announce extensive NZ tour
Let's hope they take the weather with them when they tour the country in March.
Wellington musicians say they've had to call out sexual harassment from stage
Local musicians say there are systemic issues within the Capital's nightlife.
Wellington earthquake: 4.8 quake rattles south-east of Seddon
More than 500 people recorded feeling the quake, which struck 45km deep.
Wellington's central library: From paralysis to $179m fix
The city council has voted to strengthen the central library 18 months after it closed.
Gang-related murder charge dropped, trial discontinued
Joseph Johnson was originally charged with murdering Nomads gang member Palmiro MacDonald.
Wellington council agrees to strengthen quake-prone city library
Councillors unanimously agree to spend up to $180m to repair CBD building.
Zealandia staff hopeful after three weeks with no signs of predators
Zealandia says there's no sign a predator got in through the hole - touch wood.
Police warning as innocent people accused of sex attacks on social media
Police have asked the public to avoid posting unverified information on social media.
High-risk paedophile freed to live near kids, school: Corrections apologises
Aaron Paul Laurence committed 65 offences over a 12-year period.