NZ's biggest-ever tax fraudster appeals after $17.3 million con
John Richard Bracken pleaded not to be sent back to prison.
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The two likely contenders are yet to announce whether they are running.
'Sir Robert Gillies': Last Māori Battalion member receives knighthood
His whānau, dignitaries and other Defence Force personnel witnessed the historic ceremony.
How the land occupation at Wellington's Shelly Bay came to an end
Mau Whenua set up camp on the site for 525 days.
Skid marks near median barrier tarnish new $1.25b roadway
The new $1.25 billion road out of Wellington has been open for a little over a month.
Ombudsman re-investigating Green MP Julie Anne Genter's secret letter
Genter penned the letter in 2019 when she was also the Associate Minister of Transport
Kiwi as: 45 words and phrases every tourist should know
Don't be an egg and avoid a mare by brushing up on these classic Kiwi phrases.
Welly-being: An eco-friendly weekend in the capital
New Zealand's capital is full of eats and activities for the eco-conscious traveller.
Trio appeal murder convictions for leaving man to die in carpark
The trio are appealing their convictions for murdering Pierclaudio Raviola.
Wellington councillor meets with police after 'out of control' street brawl
About 100 teenagers were involved in a fight that broke out in Newtown on Saturday night.
Tribal Huk gang leader appeals axe attack conviction
Pink's lawyer said the judge did not adequately warn the jury about misidentification.
Wellington house price growth second weakest in the country
Only Auckland performed worse than Wellington in house price growth this quarter.
Wellingtonians urged to protect their cars as theft spree continues
The spike in thefts began in February.
Why you can't use your debit card or phone to tag-on to public transport yet
The already delayed National Ticketing Solution project is undergoing a 'reset'.
First serious crash in Transmission Gully
The northbound lane was closed while emergency services attended.
100 teens in Wellington street brawl, throw cans at police
It took about 35 officers to clear the area.
New kids on the block: Hollywood star scores waterfront NZ location for burger chain
Superstar brothers' burger outlet is moving into the site of a former well-known eatery.
A group of kids, the youngest aged 12, caught breaking into cars
They were caught interfering with vehicles in the Waikanae Beach area in the early hours.
Man charged in relation to Wgtn shooting
The 21-year-old will appear in court this afternoon.
Wellington steps into the 21st century with electronic payments on trains
Snapper cards will be used on the network after a successful trial on one train line.
Protester tries to avoid wearing mask at court
Former Taranaki Regional Council candidate Brett Power leaves court disappointed.
Wairarapa man arrested for arson and $500,000 gold bullion fraud
The 63-year-old man is due to appear in Masterton District Court today.
Meridian building latest office block deemed potentially earthquake-prone
The award-winning green building was constructed in 2007 on Wellington's waterfront.
Kiwi university scholar allegedly murdered by estranged husband in Sri Lanka
Apsara Wimalasiri was home in Sri Lanka for a visit when she was killed.
Inside the mind of engineers: How a building went from quake-prone to not
A second opinion meant a Wellington pool no longer needed millions to be spent on it.
House or travel? The new question for the 20-somethings
In many ways the answer for young people has already been decided.
Sex offender asks for convictions to be quashed
Judges can warn juries when evidence could be unreliable if more than 10 years has passed.
Seven arrests following two firearm incidents in Wellington
One incident in the CBD this morning and another in Tawa are believed to be linked.
Fraudster's $18k crime spree hit brothels, sex worker, hotels
Benjamin Langley conned victims into thinking payments had been made.
Paekākāriki residents enjoy the quiet life after new road opens
Locals hope their coastal towns now become destinations.
Help save Otis: Wellingtonians generously donate for teen with rare cancer
A jetski, jewellery, luxury holidays and much more are up for grabs at the gala night.
Wellington's St James Theatre reopening delayed, again
The heritage building has undergone three years of significant earthquake strengthening .
Mahanga Bay occupation: Council and police demolish temporary structures
The occupation formed after the anti-mandate protest at Parliament was broken up.
Shelly Bay protesters and iwi Trust collaborating after years of unrest
Mau Whenua has been occupying the land earmarked for development for 16 months.