A school has paid tribute to a former student and popular Nelson teen who died after falling through the roof of a cathedral in Wellington.

In Wellington, bad weather means a chance to learn something, says Sharon Stephenson.

Sarah Lang salivates over the delights to be found at Wellington on a Plate.

The Kim Dotcom wrecking ball keeps swinging and this time former Immigration Minister Jonathan Coleman is in its path, writes David Fisher.

Anne Gibson takes in the luxurious accommodation and dramatic surroundings at a Palliser Bay lodge that's hosted royalty.

The astonishingly wild setting of this Palliser Bay lodge belies the extreme luxury of its accommodation spaces.

For further information see: wharekauhau.co.nz.

Jonathan Coleman knew the FBI was interested in Kim Dotcom before his officials granted the tycoon residency - a revelation which has led to accusations he misled the public.

Angus Veitch spends eight hours commuting every week - but he believes it's a fair trade-off for being able to live in the city of his choice while doing a job he loves.

A man who raped and murdered a Wellington schoolgirl 17 years ago has moved a step closer to being temporarily released from prison.

A small sinkhole has opened up in central Wellington after a water main burst early today.

A Wellington home has been left "un-liveable" following a fire overnight.

A man who says he was "sleep-driving" when he allegedly crashed a car into a Wairarapa property last year has made a brief appearance in court today.

A man caught drink driving twice within two hours - both times at more than triple the legal limit - was described as a "danger to the community" during sentencing today.

Auckland and Wellington have become more appealing to ex-pats in the past 12 months, a new survey has found.

Prime Minister John Key says Government wanted a diplomat accused of sexual assault to face charges in New Zealand.

A diplomat accused of a sex crime was ordered out of New Zealand after invoking full diplomatic immunity.

The lower North Island has been rocked by a second sizable earthquake today.

Wellington is full of geeks and arty types, and its Bohemian charm captivates Peter Feeney.

Parents are forking out tens of thousands of dollars in boarding fees to spare children from being stuck in commuter traffic travelling to and from school.

Wellington city councillors will vote next week on a new purpose-built convention centre and five-star hotel that will cost ratepayers $2m per year to lease.

The capital is planning a culinary invasion of New Zealand's biggest city.