'We don't know when they last washed them': Cotton masks banned at Wellington hospitals
Providing surgical masks to every visitors ensures consistency of protection.
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More than 600 Wellington council tenants missing out on rent subsidy
Wellington City councillor says the numbers show the council's policy isn't working.
Wellington's Grand Mercure MIQ facility not fit for purpose - Ombudsman
Concerns have been raised over the lack of fresh air inside the hotel.
Jump in staff turnover due to uncertainty over three waters reform
Wellington Water is trying to expand its organisation.
Judge reserves decision on whether MoH must release details of unvaccinated Māori to Whānau Ora
Court showdown the final stage of a months-long battle to get the data.
'Inappropriate, not something I wanted to hear': Jacqui Dean on Bridges' comments
Dean said Bridges' comments have played on her mind.
Schools in the capital shun council facilities due to uncertainty over staff vaccination status
Schools have pulled out of recreational facilities and swimming pools throughout the city.
'Will not tolerate harassment': Jacqui Dean laid complaints against Bridges
Bridges has been demoted and 'relieved of his portfolio responsibilities.'
Regional council 'won't tolerate' being blamed over delayed Transmission Gully opening
There's no guarantee the road will open by Christmas.
KiwiRail strike action set to disrupt holiday plans, commuter services
KiwiRail workers have voted to go on strike during the lead-up to Christmas.
Doctor who posted controversial Covid videos loses fight to stop investigation
Council had 15 complaints about online content.
Let's Get Wellington Moving has spent more on its new website than on construction
National MP says the "endless" consultation is like being stuck in a washing machine.
'Dizzying': House values could jump 50 per cent in Wellington
New Zealand's RVs are set to be updated next week for the first time since 2018.
A Capital Letter: Why Wellington's mayoral race has started early
Wellington's worst kept secret is officially out.
SH2 reopens in Wairarapa after car hits power pole
Emergency services were called to the scene about 1.20pm.
Police investigating after two Wellington buses crash within a week of each other
A union spokesperson declined to comment until all investigations were finished.
Two injured in early morning crash, Wellington commuters warned of traffic delays
The crash site has been cleared but the traffic remains.
Five passengers injured after bus smashes into fence
It's understood the driver of the bus was experiencing a medical event.
'Unworkable regulations' focus of Groundswell protest
Protesters against farming regulations have again driven around Whanganui.
Motorists asked to avoid SH2 crash
The incident is near the intersection with Major Drive, Kelson.
Live: Will Auckland take the plunge? Experts on whether hospo and hairdressers will open
Nearing 100 days in lockdown, Cabinet will re-evaluate Auckland's alert level tomorrow.
Mayor confident risk is low after Wellington Covid case confirmed
The ministry is urging anyone in Wellington with Covid-19 symptoms to get tested.
Live: New Covid cases from Kaitāia to Wellington, particular fears for Northland
Cases continue to emerge across the North Island.
Have you been here? Today's Covid locations of interest
Some linked locations are in Tokoroa, Matamata, Bethlehem, Hamilton and Mt Maunganui.
Ad agency Special Group eyes Wellington expansion
Special Group continues to expand its business footprint.
Police looking for man after random early morning attack on woman
Woman punched in face with "extreme force" after answering stranger's knock on the door.
Two more regions reach 90 per cent full vaccination, bringing total to three
They closely followed Queenstown-Lakes which reached the target on Wednesday.
Covid case in Wellington an essential worker from Auckland
The Herald has been informed of a person with a positive result in Wellington yesterday.
Wellington City Council: Who's running again and who's not?
Wellington's mayoral race has kicked off a year out from local body elections.
High fibre diet can improve immune response to vaccines - study
'It's the age-old advice, eat a balanced diet and reap a multitude of health benefits.'
Police unhappy as passers-by film scene of fatal motorway car crash
The two-car crash occurred on State Highway 1 near Tawa at 3.20am on Thursday morning.
'Ridiculous': Unvaccinated parents at school events, in classes
Days after losing unvaccinated staff, Education Ministry green-lights unjabbed parents.
Online abuse: Top journalists on changing attitudes towards NZ media
'The negative comments tend to be online,' veteran TV journalist says.
'Groundbreaking' find could be missing piece for understanding allergy link
It's been termed New Zealand's most important immunological discovery in 20 years.