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The capital celebrates after the Lions' NPC victory over the Steamers.
Earthquake risks close Wellington college buildings
Students are asked to work from home on Tuesday due to a severe classroom shortage.
'Near death': Man who weighed 290kg transforms his life
Eli Moon no longer walks into a restaurant worried he will break one of the chairs.
Police recover ‘critical evidence’ in Baby Ru homicide case
Items are now undergoing forensic examination.
Former mayor challenges $40 parking ticket saying there's clearly a 'signage problem'
'It’s plainly a footpath, laid out by council for pedestrians' - council's lawyer.
Watch: 'Severe' Wellington gales cancel flights, strong gusts blast ferry in harbour
A total of 23 flights have been cancelled in and out of Wellington Airport.
Treatment plant stinks of 'hydrogen sulfide and faeces', residents say
Residents and business owners say the stench is still unbearable from the plant.
The clue that Wellington's Crown observer was waiting in the wings in January
Analysis: Bursting water pipes are the inescapable backdrop to the city's problems.
WorkSafe plans second major restructure, job losses proposed
40 net roles are proposed to be cut.
Man not guilty of encouraging child to kill himself, raping boy's mother
The defence case was that the allegations were simply not true, his lawyer said.
School warns of sextortion predator targeting local teens
Wellington High School warns parents a person is blackmailing students online.
Climate activist taken into custody after blocking Wellington street with car
Michael O’Hara is protesting because he wants a climate wealth tax.
Wellington City Council woes: Has the government declared war on local councils?
If changes aren’t made, more government intervention in local councils could be next.
Opinion: 'Problematic decisions' - Wellington's council has stopped listening to residents
OPINION: 'Many people support cycleways - just not the council’s approach to them'.
Barry Soper: Inconsistency the hallmark of Tory Whanau’s leadership
OPINION: If you have wondered how Tory Whanau could win mayoralty, then wonder no more.
'I couldn't save you': Person of interest in Baby Ru homicide speaks out
Three people were in the house when the 1-year-old suffered a skull fracture.
The observer: Who has the chops to rein in Wellington City Council?
Several names have been floated as potential candidates to sort out the 'shambles'.
Simeon Brown on appointing an observer to the Wellington City Council
Local Government Minister Simeon Brown on appointing an observer to the Wellington City Council. Video / Mark Mitchell
David Seymour on Crown observer for Wellington City Council
Act leader David Seymour on the Government appointing an observer to the Wellington City Council. Video / Mark Mitchell
Report finds Govt lacks information on student achievement in primary, intermediate
The audit says better information is needed to improve student achievement.
Tory Whanau appears to like Instagram comments suggesting Govt intervention a 'hit-job'
The mayor's account has since un-liked the comments.
Govt Steps in for Wellington Council & Yanfei Bao Trial Updates | NZ Herald News Update
Govt intervention, police shortage, gang arrests, youth justice issues, real estate trial, and new school lunch programme.
Photos reveal the grim reality of squatting in Wellington's derelict buildings
Personal items can be seen amid floors covered with rubbish and graffiti on walls.
Rovers united: Bonding on and off the field
'Super-tight' team spirit includes eight footballers living in the same complex.
'Tell the truth': Baby Ru's mother adamant she wasn't involved in child's death
Police still investigating child's death, with three persons of interest remaining.
Watch: 'Must do better' – Mayor says tough decisions ahead after Government appoints observer
The Government is to appoint a Crown observer to Wellington City Council.
Opinion: Angry Wellington ratepayers vindicated as Government steps in
Advice raises concerns about financial mismanagement and Wellingtonians being overcharged.
Tory Whanau speaks to media
Tory Whanau speaks to media regarding Simeon Brown's Crown observer announcement. Video / Mark Mitchell
Simeon Brown appoints Crown observer
Local Government Minister Simeon Brown has decided to place a Crown observer on Wellington City Council following its decision to reopen its long-term plan. Video / NZ Herald
Transmission Gully link road closed for 'critical' work
A link road on Wellington's Transmission Gully is about to be ripped up.
Wellington Police: One year anniversary of the death of infant Baby Ru
Today marks the one year anniversary of the death of an infant in Lower Hutt who has come to be known as Baby Ru. Video / Wellington Police
One year on: No charges in Baby Ru's brutal death
Police still investigating child's death, with three persons of interest remaining.
Four government departments spend more on consultants in a financial year after order to cut back
The Government has directed agencies to reduce reliance on contractors and consultants.