Skateboarder hitches ride on back of fast-moving train
The man was lucky to avoid injury or death during the dangerous stunt, police say.
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'Couldn't locate him': Caves, rocks searched in hunt for missing Cook Strait jetskier
'At this time there has been no sign of the missing man,' police said.
Wellington’s hospitality scene: What has replaced all the closed restaurants?
A wave of closures has rocked the capital but some doors haven't stayed shut for long.
Five people arrested following firearm threat at Wellington property
AOS was called out and the street was blocked off as a precaution.
Cause of PM’s limo crash revealed in private messages and photos
Police blame driver 'misjudgment' for the roundabout collision.
$19,000 cash, drugs, and $8k watch seized in Hutt Valley raid
The 38-year-old appeared in court on multiple drug and supply charges.
Police confirm one dead in Upper Hutt crash
The sole occupant of the vehicle died at the scene.
Wellington city property valuations plummet 24%, no suburb unscathed
The average house value is now sitting at $1.08 million.
Missing man’s jetski found in Cook Strait
The jetskier aimed to reach Plimmerton Beach but never arrived.
Govt looks to narrow list of shipbuilders to strike a deal on new ferries
The future of Interislander's Cook Strait ships hangs in the balance.
‘They’ve broken a promise’: Special care unit for sick babies quietly shelved
The new Health Minister has ordered a briefing on why the unit has not been delivered.
Armed police swarm building in central Wellington
At least three police cars and four armed police attend incident in suburb of Te Aro.
‘I just want to come home’: Woman, 83, distraught by transfer delays after major surgery
Marsha Cashmore waited for days without her family to be sent home to Hawke's Bay.
Analysis: Will Cook Strait ferries be privatised? Not on Winston Peters' watch
Officials have investigated whether KiwiRail is best placed to provide a ferry service.
‘Perfect storm‘: What Wellington’s Crown observer said in his first report
Observer surprised the council hasn't totally wilted under the pressure it's facing.
KiwiRail board exodus: Resignation letters released after Govt watchdog intervenes
A board exodus followed the mega-ferry fallout, the Aratere grounding and a sharp warning.
Emergency services contained a large scrub fire north of Wellington
The blaze was 480sq m at 2.30pm, Fire and Emergency said.
Wellington Live sold, owner running for mayor
Graham Bloxham has run the Facebook page since 2021.
Editorial: The 'apolitical' positivity battle for Wellington
OPINION: Why are former mayors competing to try bring the cool back to the capital?
Concrete hills: Wellington’s million dollar slips changing the city’s landscape
Dramatic photos reveal how green hills have transformed into walls of concrete.
‘Serious concerns’: Police search Hutt River for man last seen two months ago
Thomas Basire is of slim build and about 180cm tall.
‘A little bit of everything’: Long-weekend weather a mixed bag for Aucklanders
Heavy rainfall warnings have also been issued in the North and South Islands.
Uncertainty looms over ‘landmark’ Wellington development
The developer says the project is 'active', but the city council says it's 'on hold'.
Analysis: Familiar face causes a stir in Wellington’s mayoral race
Justin Lester says he doesn't intend to run for the mayoralty again but won't rule it out.
Aussie diplomat’s partner pleads guilty to Wellington assault
The man will apply for a discharge without conviction.
KiwiRail’s ‘excessive’ spend on consultants kept secret after Ombudsman ruling
Finance Minister Nicola Willis has said the spend on McKinsey & Co was not justifiable.
Mystery, intrigue as romance novels left in seaside suburb’s letterboxes
Erotica is being left in the community, and locals are asking questions.
From a famous family to Tory Whanau's media advisor: Who is Pearl Little?
The 26-year-old has worked in some of Wellington's most powerful places.
Toxic algae warning for Wairarapa as red alerts issued for rivers
The algae contains a neurotoxin which is harmful to humans and can be lethal for dogs.
‘Could have been tragic’: Fleeing driver jailed for hitting cop
The officer was sent cartwheeling through the air after the defendant drove at him.
Wellington shivers through coldest year’s start in a decade
Southerlies bring windy, wet weather to Wellington, disrupting ferries and beachgoers.
Tunapo Escape: A romantic farm getaway just 35 minutes from Wellington
The outdoor bath has sweeping views out to Kāpiti Island.
'Do it for the beersies': Hen party advertises for nude guest
How much would it take for you to strip naked for a room of strangers?
Remutaka Hill road reopened after serious crash
Two people were injured in the crash, one seriously.