New ZealandWellington council investigating more fencing after tragic harbour deathsMore fencing is being looked at to deter people from accessing the wharf edge.22 Apr 05:29 AM
New ZealandMan found dead in Wellington harbour was treasured teacher and fine sportsmanThe Elmwood Normal School community is at a loss over the tragic death.22 Apr 02:41 AM
New ZealandWellington traffic: Mt Victoria tunnel re-opens after crashThe tunnel was earlier closed in both directions.22 Apr 12:54 AM
New ZealandMissing primary school teacher's body found in Wellington HarbourSocial media posts say he attended the 1975 concert at TSB Arena before disappearing.21 Apr 07:19 AM
New ZealandRogue cow grazing at Wellington’s Scorching Bay is a repeat escape artistThe beast, known as Harriet Houdini, lives in a paddock nearby.20 Apr 10:56 PM
New ZealandFerry service planned for Shelly Bay construction workers and Scots College studentsA ferry stop at Shelly Bay could be up and running by the end of this year.20 Apr 05:05 PM
CrimeRestore Passenger Rail protesters released from custody on bailProtesters have appeared in Wellington District Court on charges of endangering transport.20 Apr 05:22 AM
New ZealandTruck rolls into Hutt River with driver still insideEmergency services were called to the crash at 10.30am.19 Apr 11:42 PM
New ZealandRail protesters in police custody after gluing themselves to roadThe protesters blocked the Terrace Tunnel on Monday.19 Apr 07:39 PM
New ZealandKiwiRail fined $350k after crew member crushed at workThe worker's injury continues to impact his everyday life.19 Apr 06:31 AM
New ZealandSweeping beauty: Cleaners praised for attempting to extinguish Wellington bin fireThe council has praised its sweepers for trying to sweep the fire out.19 Apr 02:42 AM
New ZealandWeather: Flooding across Wellington as torrential rain soaks cityThe council is urging people to stay home where possible.18 Apr 10:15 PM
New ZealandHow carbon could combat Wellington’s earthquake-prone buildingsResearchers have found a quick, cheap way to strengthen buildings.18 Apr 08:54 PM
New ZealandAlleged burglar charged after person found with serious injuriesPolice found the person seriously injured at a Feilding property.17 Apr 10:13 PM
New ZealandRail protesters' behaviour 'disappointing' - Wellington mayorFour people were arrested after blocking SH1 at the Terrace Tunnel on Monday.17 Apr 07:59 PM
New ZealandFoot found at beach identified as remains of missing man Fiva PitaFiva Pita has not been seen since Christmas 2022.17 Apr 07:26 PM
New ZealandFour protesters charged in relation to motorway disruption in WellingtonThe four people sat in the middle of State Highway 1 this morning.17 Apr 03:06 AM
New ZealandContainer ship breakdown in Wellington harbour is third incident in less than a yearWellington's harbourmaster has raised concerns with Maritime New Zealand.17 Apr 12:22 AM
New ZealandProtesters bring Wellington traffic to a standstill after blocking motorwayThe protesters are blocking the Terrace Tunnel.16 Apr 08:18 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandDire Strait: No emergency towing vessel on standby to help ships in strifeNZ's most powerful tug would take one day and 16 hours to get to Auckland.16 Apr 05:00 PM
CrimeMan asks court to declare him legally deadHe is "plainly very much alive", says a High Court judge.14 Apr 04:36 AM
Crime'Act of God': Tenant not liable for window blown off hinges in stormThe tenant kept his window ajar for ventilation against mould and dampness.14 Apr 02:53 AM
New ZealandPerson critically injured in crash near MastertonThe crash happened about 11.40am.14 Apr 12:14 AM
New ZealandCustomer 'sick' after spotting swastika earrings in op shopThe charity said they were providing their staff with more awareness training.13 Apr 11:55 PM
New ZealandHarbourmaster issues ultimatum to owner of classic yacht at risk of sinkingMarina staff have resorted to pumping water out of it every few days to keep it afloat.13 Apr 07:16 PM
New ZealandWellington Zoo’s new snow leopards settling in, visitors delightedSnow leopards Asha and Manju's arrival has been a best-case scenario, keepers say.12 Apr 11:35 PM
New Zealand'Tornado kid' recovering after twister destroys sleepoutRhiley Stevens has earned a new nickname after his terrifying ordeal.12 Apr 11:02 PM
New ZealandFluoride failure to raining street lamps - when will Wellington officials learn?OPINION: Faulty street lamps have come crashing to the ground, risking injury or death.12 Apr 05:00 PM
New Zealand‘Good karma or dumb luck’: Wellington entrepreneur narrowly avoided serious injury after being hit by truckTroy Hammond was dragged about 15 metres under the bus along Wellington's Courtenay Place.12 Apr 02:41 AM
New ZealandWellington’s falling street lamps: 17,000 at risk of failureWellington City Council has revealed its findings from an urgent investigation.12 Apr 02:08 AM
New ZealandOne dead after crash between truck and two vehiclesMotorists have been asked to avoid the area.12 Apr 12:46 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandOpinion: Light rail could get the axe to keep Wellington movingNational has already promised to kill light rail if it gets into Government.11 Apr 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandImmigration changes announced for beleaguered ferry servicesFour out of five key occupations now have a work-to-residence pathway.11 Apr 06:08 AM
New ZealandSnow Leopard sisters arrive in WellingtonSnow leopards' new habitat will let public see majestic cats up-close.11 Apr 03:00 AM