Latest from Wellington Region

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.

Police file reveals new details from Kiri Allan’s career-ending crash

Photos, statements and notebook entries have been released under the OIA.

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.

Financial help considered as more disruption looms for struggling Wellington businesses

A major project to 'revitalise' Wellington's Golden Mile starts next year.

Cost to hold Māori ward referendums revealed for 12 councils

Officials have criticised the additional cost as "significant" and a "waste of money".

MSD cuts funding for charity working with emergency housing tenants

Emerge Aotearoa provides support for families in emergency housing.

Stats NZ moves Auckland office to Queen St after safety concerns

'The feedback from staff about the new location has been overwhelmingly positive.'

Hospital U-turns, toast to stay on the menu for mums after birth

Health Minister says women can make their own choices and toast is an easy comfort food.

Convoy planned as 'final hoorah' for missing woman Breanna Muriwai

Breanna Muriwai was last seen in August 2022 at Te Horo Beach on the Kāpiti Coast.

Would you pay $8 for a cup of coffee?

Consumers should pay more for coffee, Flight Coffee company managing director argues.

Mysterious land deal: Could this be Sir Peter Jackson's movie museum?

There's speculation a block of land in Wellington could bring the museum plan to life.

Eatery sells 3500 burgers after being booted from culinary comp

The controversial burger has a line of white powder on top with a rolled-up $100 bill.

Nutritionally sub-optimal or cost cutting?: Hospital ditching toast for new mums

Health NZ acknowledges some women may not have been offered food post-birth.

'Not as it seems': Police warn 'vigilantes' after kidnapping claim spreads online

An innocent man was accosted by a member of the public as rumours spread online.