'Should never have happened': Worker lost toe tips in caustic soda, firm fined $242k
A pool of what the worker thought was water began to eat away at his skin.
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Wellington brothel owner sentenced for tax evasion
Zhi Rong Zhou pleaded guilty in August.
‘Drifting in rolling seas’: Tugboat reaches cargo ship after mayday call
It's the fourth time in a year the ship has encountered troubles.
New motorways reduce serious injury or death by more than a third
An existing state highway north of Wellington has been labelled a 'killing field'.
Can AI make art? Artwork by machine makes award shortlist
The artwork was made with AI and Photoshop, the artist said.
Winner of Mother’s Day ‘pamper pack’ surprised to not receive laundry products
The woman entered for her mother who was 'gutted' to only get chocolates.
Dire Strait: Passengers waited 5 hours on the phone to Interislander
KiwiRail boss says the pressure point for the ferry cancellations was managing passengers.
MetService homeless as quake-stengthening bill soars
Construction would have cost more than $20 million.
Two stolen cars used in daytime robbery of Wellington Michael Hill Jeweller store
Jewellery and hammers were thrown from one of the stolen cars in a police chase.
From ferries to trains, KiwiRail’s reputation is seriously damaged
The issue of eroding trust was flagged in a ministerial briefing earlier this year.
Large pod of dolphins in Oriental Bay, Wellington delights onlookers
One witness estimated the pod had about 100 dolphins.
Wellington City Council’s falling streetlight issue was managed inadequately - review
The process used to identify and escalate faults was 'siloed and ineffective'.
Sex offender not guilty of raping cellmate
Benjamin Nilesh Goundar has gone through four trials for the alleged offences.
Police ask for help identifying Wellington water whirler wilful damage suspects
The sculpture was damaged on April 23.
Wellington primary school closed after slip cuts off water supply
Te Aro School is hoping to open on Tuesday.
Up to 1000 homes without water in Porirua
The area has been without water since last night.
Just luck no one was killed in Wellington crash - witness
The crash caused severe damage to three parked cars leaving one blocking footpath.
Police appeal for witnesses to motorway motorcyle crash
The crash occurred on the Wellington motorway on March 11.
Tenant told home was a ‘pigsty’ awarded $1000 in damages, but can’t keep pet cat
Kristen Gaunt was awarded $1000 in damages for the 'unnecessary' comments.
Data confirms more bus replacements for Wellington commuters
The data comes at the end of a chaotic week for train services in the capital
Staff member at top Wellington school pleads guilty to assault
His identity, and any details that could identify him, remain suppressed by the courts.
Two arrested after protesters block traffic in Wellington
The protesters are hanging a banner above the motorway.
Interislander failure: Report finds equipment was 13 years older than it should be
The Kaitaki issued a mayday call in January when it lost power in the Cook Strait.
Coronation capital: Where in Wellington to commemorate King Charles III
He will be crowned at Westminster Abbey on May 6.
Unexplained death in Newtown, police making enquiries
The person was found in a residential address.
Restore Passenger Rail protests to continue for ‘as long as possible’
Those in the group appear to have alienated themselves from the halls of power.
Minister says KiwiRail jobs are safe for now but officials are ‘on notice’
Wellington train services are back to normal after three days of chaos.
Surface flooding in Wellington as heavy rain warning washes over the city
The rain could cause slips and flooding.
Faulty start as Wellington trains return to normal schedule
The capital's trains are running on time - but not everyone can see them.
‘We let the people of Wellington down’: KiwiRail fronts select committee
National says many questions remain unanswered after thousands of commuters affected.
Urgent safety issue found in Interislander ferry mayday investigation
The issue is relevant to the wider shipping sector and will be revealed on Friday.
Dog killed in motorbike hit-and-run in off-leash zone
Ruby's owner said the rider didn't stop after hitting her dog.