New Zealand'Get help': Brave teen faces rapist in court, pleads for him not to harm anyone elseThe girl has battled daily suicidal thoughts since the rape two years ago.06 Dec 05:10 AM
New ZealandPolice release name of man who died after being found injured in PoriruaPolice are treating the death as suspicious. 05 Dec 09:24 PM
New ZealandKiwiRail bosses says negotiations to exit mega ferry contract will extend into next yearMeanwhile, the Government is poised to announce its new plan for Cook Strait transport. 05 Dec 05:21 AM
New ZealandHousing development plans confirmed for old Wellington church siteA previous development fell through because of rising costs.04 Dec 09:49 PM
New ZealandCoroner visits spot woman's skeleton lay for 36 years, rules on deathCoroner Mark Wilton can understand why the family still had questions.04 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandStaff working off-duty to keep national rescue centre operating – Govt steps inAdditional funding has been announced for more staff to keep watch at the centre.04 Dec 04:00 PM
PoliticsWhat government agencies are spending on Christmas parties, if anythingOne ministry has opted for a karaoke machine, but for many there's no celebration.04 Dec 12:48 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Magnificent' Wellington estate could be bowled for 32 luxury apartmentsIf approved, the apartments could be ready by 2027.03 Dec 10:23 PM
BusinessPopular Wellington food producer in liquidation after 32 years in businessThe business supplied pita bread and hummus to supermarkets nationwide. 03 Dec 04:59 PM
New ZealandWellington hospitality operator says city not dying, new bar going 'bonkers'The bar manager chose to return from the UK to work in the Wellington hospo scene.01 Dec 05:16 PM
New ZealandMan critically injured after ‘serious incident’ in PoriruaPolice say the event was an 'isolated incident involving people known to each other'.30 Nov 10:22 PM
New Zealand'Insert leader here': Awkward social media post from Trade Minister's accountThe post said he attended a "dinner hosted by [insert TBC senior Chinese leader]".30 Nov 05:13 AM
New ZealandGovt poised to decide fate of prime land Peter Jackson wants as public reserveThe Land Information Minister has received new advice about the 76ha of land.30 Nov 02:52 AM
New ZealandVolunteer firefighters accused of driving offences, clipping a pedestrianThe incidents are being investigated and firefighters may face disciplinary action.29 Nov 07:02 AM
Politics'A behind-the-scenes operator': Nick Smith on Wellington's Crown observerThe former Cabinet minister successfully recommended Lindsay McKenzie for the job.29 Nov 04:00 AM
PoliticsReview suggests hiring fewer new cops for further cost savingsThe review, published by Treasury, said police were facing cost pressures.28 Nov 08:03 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandOmbudsman investigating KiwiRail's refusal to release 'excessive' consultant costFinance Minister Nicola Willis says she awaits the investigation's outcome with interest.28 Nov 04:00 PM
New ZealandPM 'fine' after cop car crashed into Crown vehicleFinance Minister Nicola Willis was also in the car.27 Nov 11:22 PM
New ZealandPrisoners denied family visits for year and a half due to understaffingThe report found Rimutaka Prison was run with about 80% of desired staffing numbers.27 Nov 09:41 PM
PoliticsFormer top cop ready to shake-up spending on social servicesAndrew Coster sees his role as building a fence at the top of the cliff.27 Nov 08:50 PM
New Zealand'Shameful': Health NZ planning to cut nearly 1500 more jobs, union claimsStaff have been called into meetings today to discuss the proposal.26 Nov 11:00 PM
New ZealandFrom derelict church to Wellington’s ‘most ambitious’ new music venueCapital effort: Meow Nui brings couple's vision to life.26 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'Public safety risk': New documents reveal why Niwa is taking over MetServiceThe relationship between the two weather forecasters is tense and duplicative. 26 Nov 04:00 PM
OpinionGeorgina CampbellOpinion: Observing the observer - Wellington's budget re-write 'procedural hell'OPINION: Man tasked with observing the city council has endured an almost 7-hour meeting.26 Nov 05:00 AM
New ZealandChristopher Luxon coy on Winston Peters' ferry decision deadlineIt's almost a year since the Government pulled the plug on KiwiRail's mega ferries. 25 Nov 10:10 PM
PremiumPremiumEducationSome schools won't have resources to teach new maths curriculum in time for Term 1The Ministry of Education says there has been "high demand" for the new resources.25 Nov 04:00 PM
New Zealand‘Utterly changed her life’: Man who set partner on fire cooking cannabis oil is jailedThe victim spent three months in hospital with severe injuries.25 Nov 04:15 AM
New ZealandPublic sector cuts: More job losses considered before ChristmasA senior leader tells staff he doesn't feel 'in the least bit Christmassy'.24 Nov 11:41 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandWatch: Has Tory Whanau changed her mind about running again for mayor?Wellington's mayor says she needs to talk to family and friends about running again.24 Nov 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsTory Whanau on whether she will run for a second termWellington Mayor Tory Whanau tells Newstalk ZB host Nick Mills she needs to talk to her friends and family about running again.Watch24 Nov 04:00 PM
New Zealand'Parent's worst nightmare': Teen suffers traumatic brain injury in motorbike crashCharlie gets confused about what month it is and has short-term memory loss. 23 Nov 04:10 AM
New ZealandPublic sector wages growing faster than private sectorAround 18,500 public servants received a pay rise in the quarter.22 Nov 01:16 AM
New ZealandWinston Peters reveals deadline for Cook Strait ferry decisionIt's almost a year since the Government pulled the plug on KiwiRail's mega ferries. 21 Nov 02:22 AM
New ZealandNo conviction for hacking victim after AI-generated child exploitation images found on his computerThe man had not sought out the images, but did not delete them either.20 Nov 02:52 AM
