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Wellington water shortage: State of emergency planned if restrictions fail
The region is moving to Level 2 water restrictions today as demand surges.
Golriz Gharahman’s replacement: Who is Celia Wade-Brown?
Celia Wade-Brown is in line to take on Golriz Gharahman's list MP position.
Popular bar blames 'unruly' tourists for sudden closure
The bar breached its liquor licence, but a sign blames 'unruly out of towners'.
How sinking land is raising Wellington's sea level rise risk
Scientists have reconstructed nearly two centuries of sea level rise in Wellington region.
What to do in Wellington this summer
Where to stay, what to eat, and what to do in the capital this summer.
Spy: Inventing Anna star Julia Garner jetting into Wellington
The star will be filming in one of the many Hollywood movies to be shot in Godzone.
Passerby rushes to aid of unconscious man - then steals his e-scooter
It's not yet confirmed whether the scooter has been returned.
Wellington Water staffer ‘remorseful’ after boasting about not working
Her remorse comes as more water restrictions are set to be introduced for the region.
'Seek other transport': All trains in or out of Wellington suspended
There were also delays on some lines in the capital due to heat restrictions.
Occupants of car flee with possible firearm after spiking
Police make two arrests and say there is no ongoing threat to the public.
Pedestrian rushed to hospital after crash in Tawa
The person has been taken to hospital after the crash.
Two men charged over brawl that led to gang murder
Two people have been charged over a violent gang brawl that preceded Hori Gage's murder.
Palliser Bay rescue: Kayaker safely recovered in challenging conditions
Strong winds prevented a helicopter rescue team from winching the kayaker to safety.
‘Sorry for that crack’: Tory Whanau makes amends with Transport Minister
The left-leaning mayor reveals how she plans to work with a National Government.
'Sickening gym cult': Tory Whanau's bid to be healthy after turbulent year
After vowing to give up alcohol, the mayor is focused on a lifestyle reset.
'Mongrel Mob Fest, not Juicy Fest': Gang violence spoils music festival, dad says
Young dad copped can of beer to the back of the head and witnessed numerous fights.
Police officer hit with bottle, six arrests amid suspected gang presence at festival
Anofficer was hit by a bottle outside the hip-hop festival Juicy Fest in Wellington.
Government asked to fund new 3000ha protected bird area
Zealandia founder Jim Lynch described the proposal as a 'super sanctuary'.
Ruapehu Alpine Lifts asset value ‘significantly lower’ than estimate, millions owed to creditors
The first receivership report for the ski lifts company has been released.
Liquidators formally demand $780k from failed travel company We Are Bamboo
The director has rejected suggestions he breached his duties.
30 flights cancelled: Wellington Airport disrupted by strong winds, domestic services stop
High winds cause havoc for Wellington travellers.
Cut the crap: Lower Hutt residents should ‘stop pooing’ if they want to stop the city stinking
The stench is causing concerns for a highly anticipated festival.
‘I’ve got a family, I cannot die’: Kayaker's warning after surviving plunge into Wellington Harbour
His kayak flipped, his lifejacket broke and his phone sank - how did Chris Casey survive?
‘Hope, faith and peace’: New baby for couple grieving loss of son
Weeks before his death, Sebby Chua asked his parents for a baby sister.
How Kiwi Uber driver got a perfect rating for 2023
One person rode in an Uber from Tokoroa to Lower Hutt.
'Broad daylight' attack on young man at restaurant shocks staff, patrons
The restaurant owner rushed in to restrain one of the attackers, who was throwing glasses.
'No clues' two months after kayaker's mysterious disappearance
Michaela Leger was last seen paddling out to sea from Raumati Beach on October 21.
$70k of fines issued over 'disgusting' Wellington odour
Officials found 13 incidents of offensive odour from a Lower Hutt treatment plant.
Lawyer in Mark Lundy, Scott Guy cases under investigation
The review follows a judge's decision ordering Vanderkolk to pay costs for a court case.
Police monitoring heavy gang presence in Porirua for funeral
Police will be out in force to monitor the tangi.
'Heard the message': Te Papa to renew Treaty exhibition that protesters defaced
Protesters used an angle grinder and spray paint to black out parts of the exhibit.
WorkSafe cuts hundreds of desks in Wellington office move
The move comes after WorkSafe announced job cuts and the resignation of the CEO.
Wellington should take the second Mt Victoria tunnel and run
Wellington has been more of a loser than a winner in 2023.