WellingtonTrain tunnel floods during ferocious Wellington weather - pedestrian tells of hairy walk to workThe water reached about eight inches deep at its highest, he said.15 Feb 08:28 PM
New ZealandAir NZ warns of flight disruption as wild winds set to lash WellingtonWinds above 50 knots and low cloud could see flights delayed or cancelled.14 Feb 11:29 PM
WellingtonConcerns weather could push raw sewage towards Wellington's shorelineHeavy rain and swell on Sunday and Monday could force more sewage discharges.14 Feb 07:02 PM
Wellington'Passing the buck': Bus drivers union says complaints of abuse not properly addressedIn once incident an aggressive motorist tried to force her way onto the bus.13 Feb 04:00 AM
WellingtonComCom weighs tougher powers over Wellington's water servicesThe watchdog has expressed concern after a catastrophic sewage failure.12 Feb 11:42 PM
WellingtonFresh allegations against ex-priest at second Catholic collegeFather Rowan Donoghue is already before the courts for six sex charges.12 Feb 09:40 PM
WellingtonUnion calls for urgent welfare check on crew stuck on former ferry AratereMaritime Union wants Maritime NZ to board the ship and check crew welfare.12 Feb 03:00 AM
WellingtonTransmission Gully speed limit rising to 110km/h from MondayThe move comes after major fix-ups of the billion-dollar highway, which opened in 2022.11 Feb 10:30 PM
PremiumPremiumWellington‘Isn’t sustainable’: Andrew Little commits to tackle commercial rates The mayor spoke at a "state of the capital" event this morning.11 Feb 09:56 PM
WellingtonWellington Water a ‘disastrous organisation’, ex councillor saysQuestions arose this week over funding delegations in a 2021 council meeting. 11 Feb 09:40 PM
WellingtonOfficial silent on missed warning signs before 'catastrophic' sewage plant failureThe Wellington Water boss revealed there were potential signals of trouble at the plant.11 Feb 03:00 AM
Wellington'Beautiful lady': Woman who died in Kāpiti Coast remembered as 'strong' and a 'soul searcher''She was a soul searcher and a believer in the stars'.11 Feb 02:03 AM
Wellington'What is the point?': Pet bonds leave renters paying more while carrying riskMore than 1700 pet bonds have already been lodged through Tenancy Services since December.10 Feb 11:00 PM
WellingtonOne dead after crash between cyclist and vehicle in Upper HuttA police spokesperson said the death will be referred to the Coroner.10 Feb 04:01 AM
WellingtonPoo map: Where is the sewage in Wellington flowing?A map by Calypso Science tracks where the Moa Point plant sewage is drifting on the coast.10 Feb 03:47 AM
WellingtonElderly man named as victim killed by car in Wellington drivewayThe man died in hospital on Tuesday, four days after the Mapuia Rd driveway incident. 10 Feb 12:36 AM
WellingtonGovt puts extra $3m into major events from Bay of Islands to TekapoThe $3m is part of a wider $70m Major Events and Tourism package.09 Feb 10:12 PM
Wellington'It will be months' before wastewater stops discharging into Wellington coastAbout 70 million litres of raw sewage is still flushing into water off the South Coast. 08 Feb 08:05 PM
WellingtonOne person dead in Rangitikei car crashThe driver was found dead at the scene.08 Feb 07:46 PM
WellingtonMan arrested after police find woman's body at Raumati Beach homeA 24-year-old man will appear in the Porirua District Court later today.08 Feb 07:23 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Wellington sewage snag yet another reminder of NZ's infrastructure deficitOPINION: We have a habit of fixing the problem in front of us, not the one for the future.08 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandKiwi who managed Epstein’s properties left $3.3m in sex offender's estate days before deathBrice Gordon managed Epstein’s US properties for years, together with his wife Karen.08 Feb 01:00 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandFrom Greytown to glory: The life and legend of All Black Grant BattyFamily, friends and ex-teammates will honour him at a celebration of life on Friday.07 Feb 04:00 PM
WellingtonSH2 reopens after three-vehicle crash in Upper HuttDrivers are asked to be patient while congestion eases.07 Feb 03:45 AM
Wellington'Environmental disaster': Moa Point plant’s compliance problems laid bare before sewage failureUntreated sewage is now being piped just 5 metres offshore on the south coast.05 Feb 04:50 AM
WellingtonPhotos show raw sewage pouring into ocean after 'catastrophic failure'Snaps of the Wellington sewage fiasco show just what is being pumped out at the beaches.05 Feb 12:56 AM
WellingtonWellington's deputy mayor censured after calling member of public a 'nonce'The mayor ruled he breached standards by effectively calling someone a paedophile.04 Feb 10:46 PM
WellingtonWatch: 'Catastrophic' sewage plant failure happened during remedial work - and it's still going into sea'We're in a bad way,' said city's water boss, describing the situation as 90/100. 04 Feb 07:13 PM
Wellington'I wouldn't have survived': Killed chopper pilot's heroism in crash rememberedIn 1998, Joseph Keeley dragged a badly injured Rick Lucas from a burning wreck. 04 Feb 04:00 PM
New ZealandMan arrested after jumping into Hutt River to evade policeThe 36-year-old is charged with burglary of items valued under $500.04 Feb 06:54 AM
PremiumPremiumWellingtonSir Peter Jackson in talks to build long-awaited Wellington movie museumOfficials have confirmed recent discussions with the movie mogul's people about the plan.04 Feb 04:31 AM
WellingtonWellington man dies after driveway collisionPolice, ambulances, and investigation staff attended the scene on Friday afternoon.04 Feb 03:34 AM
WellingtonDamage could take 'months' to repair as mechanical failure at wastewater plant sends sewage into the seaMultiple floors of the city's wastewater plant were flooded with raw sewage.04 Feb 01:10 AM
WellingtonCouncil issues warning over cliff collapse risk at popular swim spot Horizon Regional Council says a fresh slip has gone into the water with a threat of more.03 Feb 08:45 PM
