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'Not just designated spaces but everywhere': Wellington's Rainbow community call for queer pride year-round
"We were forced into the shadows many years ago, and we're not going anywhere."
Wellington food supremos open plant-based pizzeria
The Cuba Street spot boasts a Mediterranean fusion menu featuring all the classics.
Wellington musician charged with sexual offending makes another appearance
The judge has agreed to maintain his interim name suppression.
Bar owners, police, councils join forces for safer Wellington streets
They've committed to a "social contract", asking everyone to take collective action.
Accident on popular Wellington slide sparks safety concerns
A young girl broke her right tibia, requiring a full leg cast from her hip to her toes.
Wellington's CubaDupa back to its full glory after three years
In the festival's biggest programme yet, 1750 artists are taking to Cuba St this weekend.
Flagship events wrap up a memorable Wellington Pride Festival
"Hopefully in future years it just gets bigger and bigger with more representation."
'Tsunami of patients': NZ hospitals in crisis after biggest January, February on record
One hospital declared a code black yesterday after reaching capacity.
One of NZ entertainment industry's leading figures faces sex offence charges
Man has court date next month.
Wellington councillors blindsided by serious drinking water incident
Untreated water had to be diverted after a power cut stopped a UV filter from working.
'Tired of feeling scared': Young women pushing for safer Wellington streets
The survey has gathered more than 2600 responses in three days.
New claims Peter Ellis raped child while babysitting
Whether or not the court will allow new evidence is being argued today.
Youth hub being investigated for Wellington's troubled CBD
CBD 'in dire need of a makeover', hub would get youth of the streets in vulnerable hours.
Fluoridation: Wairarapa mayors back 'consumer choice'
Two mayors facing water fluoridation as default said they prefer consumer choice.
Council group opposes cashless bus services
'Vulnerable users' will suffer if regional council makes express services cashless.
Five Covid-19 vaccination centres open in Wellington
Lower Hutt one to start giving out the vaccine to healthcare and border workers first.
Missing Wellington teen 'safe' - but second teen still missing
The 17-year-old has contacted family, but another 16-year-old still missing.
Passengers stuck in plane on tarmac for longer than their flight
The airport said the technical issue has now been resolved.
Woman in hospital after serious assault in Wellington
Police say it is unclear exactly where the assault occurred.
Wellington teenager Ope O'Donnell missing for two weeks
16-year-old Parengaope (Ope) O'Donnell was last seen in the Hutt Valley area on 10 March.
Chef's table: Get the whole story on capital dining
Want to know where to dine in Wellington? Best to ask a local expert.
Wellington's St James Theatre battling water leaks and resourcing issues
Assurances are being made the building will be ready for NZ Festival, despite the issues.
One dead after driver flees police before crashing on SH1
The road has now reopened, several hours after the crash.
Cash payments to be removed from some Wellington buses in trial
Only Snapper and SuperGold cards can be used on express services from June.
Woman speaks out about interaction with missing teen Jasmine
The 17-year-old, identified by police as Jasmine, has been missing since last Monday.
Meth dealers appeal sentences in Supreme Court
Two unrelated meth offenders are appealing their sentences in the Supreme Court today.
Man charged in relation to assault outside nightclub
He is due to appear in Wellington District Court on April 15.
Wellington City councillor reveals stress, panic attacks and fear
"I didn't even know what was happening, I just started feeling a lot of pain in my chest."
Road sign and bottle thrown onto Wellington motorway, cars damaged
Wellington car's windscreen smashed and another had to be towed.
Carterton District Council finds source of E. coli contamination
A boil water notice remains in place while authorities wait on further test results.
Serious concerns for missing Wellington teenager
The 17-year-old has not been seen in more than a week.
Te Papa fatal assault: Accused now charged with manslaughter
The man now faces a charge of manslaughter for the alleged attack.