New ZealandCovid in NZ: Wellington's Taranaki St testing site fully booked todayIncreased demand for Covid-19 testing is expected to continue today.23 Jun 10:18 PM
New ZealandWait continues for genomic test results after Covid scare - HipkinsWith the Wellington region on level 2, time will tell if the virus has spread.23 Jun 07:17 PM
New ZealandWellington Airport location of interest warningsTe Papa is one of 16 potential exposure sites identified in Wellington so far.23 Jun 05:14 AM
New ZealandPrivate school on high alert after ball held at Te PapaAttendees are considered casual plus contacts of the infected traveller, school says.23 Jun 04:55 AM
New ZealandTe Papa unsure if it will have enough staff to reopen after Sydney Covid caseUp to 2500 people were visiting Te Papa at the same time as the Sydney Covid case.23 Jun 04:10 AM
New ZealandWellington bus drivers vote to reject third pay offerThe wrangle over their collective agreement has so far resulted in a strike and a lockout.23 Jun 01:39 AM
New ZealandExperts call for alert level '1.5' in WellingtonExperts have suggested Wellington move to indoor mandatory-masking amid Covid-19 scare.23 Jun 12:40 AM
New ZealandWellington's white-hot construction market putting council projects under pressureTown Hall's budget could blowout and costs could escalate on new sludge-treatment plant.23 Jun 12:30 AM
New ZealandCovid in Wellington: Major tech conference cancelled, sport organisers wait on adviceNine hundred people were due to attend tonight's Sport and Recreation Awards at TSB Arena.22 Jun 09:09 PM
WorldWhy this Sydney Covid outbreak is differentAn expert explains why Sydney isn't going into lockdown like Melbourne did last month.22 Jun 07:54 PM
WorldCovid alert: Delta variant creates 'plume of infectious particles'The variant that has sparked concern in Sydney has now crossed the ditch.22 Jun 06:33 PM
WorldNZ-NSW bubble on hold: Sydney Covid case flew to WellingtonPossible exposure sites in the capital city have not yet been released.22 Jun 05:13 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandA Capital Letter: Amid the bus chaos Wellingtonians say 'thank you driver'Opinion: This small token of appreciation means more than ever right now.22 Jun 05:00 PM
New Zealand280% surge in demand: Male sexual violence group struggling to manage'It's dangerous to have a waiting list in sexual violence.'22 Jun 07:12 AM
New ZealandEnvironment Court slaps Transmission Gully builder with $70,000 fineBoulders went over the side of a hill and into streams that feed vulnerable inlets.22 Jun 01:00 AM
New ZealandLorde announces concert for Days Bay next yearThe world-renowned Kiwi singer has announced concert across the country next year.21 Jun 09:40 PM
New ZealandWaihenga bridge on State Highway 53 closed due to high river levelsThe Waihenga Bridge will remain closed due to heavy rain in the area.21 Jun 07:04 PM
New ZealandHeritage protection the big issue in Wellington's housing debateWhat strikes the right balance between protecting character and building more housing?21 Jun 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumBanking and financeBank closures in the provinces: Finance Minister pressed companies to extend 'hub' trialPressure from mayors sees Finance Minister press banks to extend bank hub trial.21 Jun 05:25 AM
New ZealandID scanning systems could become common place at Wellington clubsPopular bar Dakota is implementing PatronScan technology to improve safety.21 Jun 01:11 AM
New ZealandWild weather: Rain and wind continues to pummel North IslandAfter a weekend of wild weather, more heavy rain is forecast across eastern NZ.20 Jun 09:19 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandWorld's last Nazi hunter: NZ must open its files into suspected war criminals hiding here"The passage of time in no way diminishes the guilt of the killers."19 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandThe shape of Wellington's future is about to be decidedThe question of 'intensification' underscores a growing conflict in Wellington.19 Jun 03:33 AM
New ZealandMissing the bus: Push for councils to own fleet depots after $35m sale'It's a bit galling to see what were significant public assets slip through our fingers.'19 Jun 12:30 AM
New ZealandSky Sport engages external expert after allegations of sexual harassment and bullyingSky has also offered counselling for anyone who experienced harmful behaviour.18 Jun 05:35 AM
New ZealandDriver discharged without conviction after crash killed motorcyclistMother of dead motorcyclist says the family's lives are now "empty and devoid of joy".18 Jun 04:32 AM
New ZealandDrug deals set up over social media ending in assault or robberyPolice say they will still investigate a robbery or assault committed during a drug deal.17 Jun 09:46 PM
New ZealandWellington cannot achieve carbon targets unless sludge is removed from landfillThe situation is effectively preventing the city from achieving its environmental goals.17 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandWhy this city's retirement village residents won't get jabs until AugustRest home residents have had Covid jabs, but those in retirement villages must wait.17 Jun 05:00 PM
New ZealandWarning Wellington's Town Hall could blow out by another $10mIt's the latest in a string of budget blowouts for the earthquake-strengthening project.17 Jun 05:10 AM
New ZealandLife-changing: Charity built home helps MS sufferer"We're very appreciative of the foundation and all those people that gave their time ..."17 Jun 02:44 AM
New ZealandWellington fourth least stressful city to live inThe Herald spoke with city councillors who agreed the capital is a low stress city.16 Jun 11:08 PM
New ZealandPolice watchdog finds fault with tactic used in arrest of Upper Hutt youthPolice say a youth driving a stolen car became abusive and resisted arrest.16 Jun 10:13 PM
New ZealandTe Papa assault: Name suppression continues for accusedThe man charged with a fatal assault outside Te Papa will keep his name secret for now.16 Jun 09:57 PM