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Developer walks away from iconic Wellington site
Despite years of searching, no tenant has been found for Oriental Bay's Band Rotunda.
Dignity and reputation: Police defend heavy redactions in Kiri Allan file
Police say the redactions are in line with Ombudsman guidelines for privacy.
Bondage and discipline: Fiancee was jealous when partner had sex with other people
Her fiance is accused of strangling two other women during BDSM sex.
'Feeling the crunch': Tory Whanau sells car to help pay the bills
The mayor says she's also made “adjustments to her lifestyle” due to the cost of living.
Eatery at heart of Wellington's political scene opening new venue
The cafe popular with public servants was the scene of a career-ending scandal.
Driver allegedly smashes into three cars, ploughs into child's bedroom
Emergency services were alerted to the accident around 10pm
Wellington rates to jump another $3k: See what you'll be paying by 2028
Wellington households on average saw their rates bill jump by $1000 or 21% this year.
5.5m teardrop sculpture to be built near Wellington waterfront
Large teardrop-shaped sculpture, will 'invite viewers to seek it out'.
'We are bereft': Political media expert, National MP's father, dies
The father of National MP Chris Bishop passed on Friday after a brain aneurysm.
Police file reveals new details from Kiri Allan’s career-ending crash
Photos, statements and notebook entries have been released under the OIA.
Beam scooters banned from operating in Wellington
The company broke its fleet cap in the capital.
Against all odds: Woman survives cardiac arrest thanks to heroic efforts
Deb Peters thanks everyone, especially Life Flight.
Wellington council considering $1500 grants to struggling businesses
One councillor suggested the fund was 'not meaningful'.
Editorial: Positive change afoot but will Wellington businesses survive to see it?
OPINION: The mayor says the next 10 years will reshape the city.
Man sentenced for rubbing hand in cop's face
Steven Rex Richards pleads guilty to downgraded charge.
New Wellington street festival given the green light
The event will see Courtenay Place closed to make way for circus acts and live music.
Govt eyes 120km/h speed limits for new roads, but at what cost?
There are no existing state highways in New Zealand built to accommodate the higher limit.
Thomas Coughlan: Is Wellington dying or just feeling sorry for itself?
ANALYSIS: The capital appears to be doing much better than the rest of the country.
Cost to hold Māori ward referendums revealed for 12 councils
Officials have criticised the additional cost as "significant" and a "waste of money".
Financial help considered as more disruption looms for struggling Wellington businesses
A major project to 'revitalise' Wellington's Golden Mile starts next year.
'Convinced we would drown': Terror replaced politics during KiwiRail's mayday sentencing
KiwiRail has been fined $412,500 after the Kaitaki ferry lost power and started drifting.
KiwiRail fined $412k for Cook Strait ferry mayday, passengers describe terror
Kiwirail has pleaded guilty to exposing passengers and crew on the Kaitaki ferry to harm.
Wellington mosque wanting to broadcast call to prayer three times a year
One broadcast would be on the anniversary of the Christchurch mosque attacks.
Persistence pays off for returning running star
Mia Thomson impresses in cross-country run.
KiwiRail to be sentenced for Kaitaki mayday; how the ferry narrowly avoided disaster
More than 800 people were on board when the ship declared a mayday last year.
Expectant mums to share rooms at Wellington hospital as labour induced
Pipes in every sink and shower in the hospital’s maternity department need to be replaced.
Teen who lost leg after being hit by skidding car shares new reality
The driver offered to give CJ the car he hit him with - but police impounded it.
Promise to begin new tunnel this term in doubt
Govt has delayed second Mt Vic tunnel while it investigates a bigger one.
Artist returns from successful London show
'It felt utterly amazing,' says Waikanae artist Hamish Macaulay.
New festival to attract book lovers and writers
The festival launches in August next year.
Iconic stamp and coin business celebrates key milestone
It's the largest stamp and coin dealership in New Zealand.
Three Wellington cafes closing today, more than 20 staff losing their jobs
It's the latest in a string of hospitality and retail closures in the capital.
College principal's looming retirement marks end of an era
Kāpiti College principal Tony Kane is stepping down.