'Unaffordable': Simeon Brown reveals estimated cost of Wellington's scrapped mega tunnel
The capital will be getting two new tunnels instead.
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Elderly man fighting for life after third suspicious fire at block of flats
The fire is the third suspicious blaze at the property in the space of a month.
Tory Whanau reveals projects facing the chop as city awaits observer
A swimming pool, a new skate park and cycleways are among the projects at risk.
'Who can say no to KFC?' Missing cat lured back after vet and cattery fire
It was 'heartbreaking' telling the family's 2-year-old Beans was missing.
'Bit of a shudder': 4.9 magnitude earthquake felt in Wellington
The shake was reported at 4pm.
'Outrageous': One of NZ's first state housing blocks mothballed, future uncertain
Kāinga Ora has been 'working through decisions' on the building's future since 2022.
Fire destroys Wellington vet centre and cattery
Wellington vet centre and cattery has been gutted after a fire on Saturday night.
Mongrel Mob member ‘Fats’ Moke remembered as 'lovable guy' with 'colourful history'
His funeral took place in Lower Hutt followed by a procession to a Porirua cemetery.
Body found in water at Eastbourne confirmed as missing pensioner, death 'unexplained'
The 74-year-old had been missing since Friday after last being seen on a walking track.
Barking, banging on cars: Minister calls gang 'idiots' as funeral monitored by police
'The gangs need to understand they’re no longer running the streets.'
Wellington councillors warned to 'get on with it and behave'
Councillors have met for the first time public since the Crown observer decision.
'A great long weekend': Chris Bishop announces birth of second child
Matilda Grace Raeburn Bishop was born Friday afternoon.
Shots fired at Levin building; those involved likely known to each other
Police are investigating after the incident on Mabel St.
Man’s body recovered from the water in Eastbourne
A member of the public discovered the body this morning.
‘Outstanding’: Huge coastal farm station on market for first time in 30 years
The station boasts dramatic views across Cook Strait to the Kaikōura Ranges.
'Self-serving': Cook Strait ferry uncertainty fuels tensions between ports
CentrePort's chairman says ferry terminal proposal is laughable.
Earthquake risks close Wellington college buildings
Students are asked to work from home on Tuesday due to a severe classroom shortage.
'Near death': Man who weighed 290kg transforms his life
Eli Moon no longer walks into a restaurant worried he will break one of the chairs.
The clue that Wellington's Crown observer was waiting in the wings in January
Analysis: Bursting water pipes are the inescapable backdrop to the city's problems.
WorkSafe plans second major restructure, job losses proposed
40 net roles are proposed to be cut.
Man not guilty of encouraging child to kill himself, raping boy's mother
The defence case was that the allegations were simply not true, his lawyer said.
School warns of sextortion predator targeting local teens
Wellington High School warns parents a person is blackmailing students online.
Climate activist taken into custody after blocking Wellington street with car
Michael O’Hara is protesting because he wants a climate wealth tax.
The observer: Who has the chops to rein in Wellington City Council?
Several names have been floated as potential candidates to sort out the 'shambles'.
Report finds Govt lacks information on student achievement in primary, intermediate
The audit says better information is needed to improve student achievement.
Tory Whanau appears to like Instagram comments suggesting Govt intervention a 'hit-job'
The mayor's account has since un-liked the comments.
Photos reveal the grim reality of squatting in Wellington's derelict buildings
Personal items can be seen amid floors covered with rubbish and graffiti on walls.
Watch: 'Must do better' – Mayor says tough decisions ahead after Government appoints observer
The Government is to appoint a Crown observer to Wellington City Council.
Opinion: Angry Wellington ratepayers vindicated as Government steps in
Advice raises concerns about financial mismanagement and Wellingtonians being overcharged.
Four government departments spend more on consultants in a financial year after order to cut back
The Government has directed agencies to reduce reliance on contractors and consultants.
'End of story': Man reveals how he survived after falling into sewage tank
The orchard worker has a chest infection and a few strained muscles after falling in.
Advice on Govt intervention at Wellington City Council lands with Simeon Brown
Meanwhile, Tory Whanau is aiming to 'share the pain' with her budget cuts.
Watch: ‘Intolerant and hateful' - Masked offenders steal pride flag from man’s home
He's already hung a new flag - 'It's important that we don't hide in the face of threats.'