A power company is handing out free energy-efficient lightbulbs to homes in need.

Government waiving its 20 per cent cut of sale gives uni up to $4m extra from sale.

The $19m Lotto winners could easily spend half their money and live off the rest.

Wellington Zoo staff were paying close attention during a140kg lioness' root canal op.

Light rail in Wellington could be fast-tracked after new Transport Minister's comments.

Key routes shut off in central Wellington just before rush-hour traffic.

Wellington's mayor agrees to "terrifying" lunch date, to raise money for local school.

Alem Tessema's fear rose as his passengers made him drive in circles.

Police have been speaking to Dylan Nuku's family as they try to track him down.

Wanted man described as armed and dangerous, as police hunt for taxi shooter.

A person has died after being hit by a train in Upper Hutt.

Taxi drivers are living in fear of violent passengers, says Nishad Hussein.

This week will be nothing like last week's wild thunder storms

Shot Wellington taxi driver speaks from his hospital bed.

Life Flight founder Peter Button created NZ's first dedicated rescue helicopter service.

Drunk fan taken to hospital with a suspected broken ankle after bid to invade the pitch.

Police were pleased with behaviour at the match, but two fans made bad decisions.

The incident occurred in the suburb of Miramar.

Gusts of up to 90kmh are expected in the Auckland region today.

The penguins are getting the VIP treatment on their road to recovery.

The textiles could create a calming effect for those with the disorder, she said.

Police arrested one man after shots were reportedly fired during a second altercation.

The man had been admitted to the respite house after trying to engage with children.

It's unlikely more than $60,000 owed by Gobey will be repaid to the victims.

The Police national dive squad recovered the body on Wednesday evening.

Sentencing of fake doctor delayed due to late defence submissions.

The strike will disrupt tens of thousands of people's commute to work.

Another moderate size earthquake rattles central New Zealand.

Is a Basin flyover back on the cards to ease Wellington's congestion woes?

Rail workers have been forced into striking to protect hard-won terms, their union says.