Man arrested after fleeing police with woman and child in car
The man assaulted two police officers while being handcuffed.
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Run dry: Wellington facing boil water notices this summer
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Elderly dog attack victim with dementia needs multiple surgeries for broken bones, tendons
The elderly woman with dementia was left to fend for herself after dog attack.
Man with weapon threatened hotel staff in aggravated robbery
He demanded money before leaving in a dark-coloured station wagon.
Loafers Lodge survivor's haunting choice
Faamatala Sili jumped out of his window and fell two storeys to escape the fire.
Brian Tamaki called out over false claims The Warehouse is selling puberty blockers
Warehouse says it is not selling puberty blockers or any prescription medicines.
Councillor accused of racism for comments on Chinese garden
Councillor Nicola Young made the comments during yesterday's meeting.
Let’s Get Wellington Moving: Councillors slam bus lane plan
Councillor says transport plan has forgotten about the 40,000 people who live in the east.
High-profile prisoner accused of fraud will keep name secret for now
The man argued publishing his name would prejudice his right to a fair trial.
Building fire at Wellington’s Shelly Bay suspicious, police reveal
Police said the building was unoccupied and the power was not connected.
Wellington's 1000 affordable apartment units target in doubt
A councillor says the programme has run out of puff.
Who would you call first if you won Lotto?
The man stared at his phone for 20 minutes after discovering he'd won.
Opinion: Wellington's Mayor needs a win, hints one is coming
Tory Whanau's election honeymoon is over after eight months in the city's top job.
Loafers Lodge fire: Man in court on five murder charges
The man accused of killing five people in the Loafers Lodge fire last month has appeared.
Wellington wins global prize and $650k for controversial cycleways
Wellington’s Paneke Pōneke bike network plan increases 23km of cycleways to 166km.
‘I despair’: Seventh councillor has no confidence in Wellington transport plan
The $7.4b transport plan is shaping up to be an election issue in the capital.
Half a century of service awarded with Queen's Service Medal
Rod Graham has been active in the art and education communities for more than 50 years.
Decades of work in the disability sector leads to prestigious honour
John Taylor has been dedicated to the disability sector for more than 35 years.
NZ’s top cop subpoenaed as insurance battle over house fire goes ‘thermonuclear’
Peter Work was fighting his insurance company over a housefire they say he lit.
Board games are not a trivial pursuit, says WellyCon founder
1400 gamers expected at NZ's biggest board game convention this weekend.
Women face more barriers to effective contraception than the prescription fee
This Government looks out of touch with the actual problems women face.
'Heckled and booed': Wellington mayor angers residents at public meeting
But residents say she's in the wrong job if she cannot handle audience questions.
Wagon shunted into harbour cost $500,000 to recover
Nobody was injured in the incident, the report confirmed.
Opinion: Why we can’t give up on Let’s Get Wellington Moving
It's difficult to have confidence in the $7.4b plan given its history, but we must dig in.
Man chased doctor with crossbow
Jade Follett also attacked a DHB car with a tomahawk, the judge said.
Councillors double down, email minister with Wellington transport plan concerns
Councillor claims more could join faction with no confidence in $7.4b transport plan.
Loafers Lodge remembrance service to be held after devastating blaze
Police say everyone living at the hostel has now been accounted for.
Maritime New Zealand issues detention notice on beleagured Shiling cargo ship
The ship was towed to Wellington after losing power 22 nautical miles from Farewell Spit.
Government expedites advice on maritme disaster response options
It comes after the Kaitaki ferry and cargo ship MV Shiling issued mayday calls.
‘Moana’ the kererū rescued from Wellington Harbour
A native bird has had a lucky escape after being rescued from the sea.
Loafers Lodge fire: Council only inspected building twice in past decade
MBIE advice says yearly checks would be more appropriate for hostels.
Six councillors have lost confidence in Let’s Get Wellington Moving
They have filed a notice of motion with the council's chief executive.
Tukorehe hosts NZTE trade delegation
NZTE staff, based around the world, are helping raise the profile of New Zealand.
Surprise over decision not to fund flood prevention plan
The Government hasn't backed plans to help fund 92 urgent flood protection projects.