Neighbour of Mt Victoria house on fire last night heard 'explosion'
"It sounded like glass breaking and I actually thought it was a break in."
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C-section appointments deleted after booking error
The district health board is re-building the electronic diary.
Flames burst from house in Wellington's Mt Victoria - police investigating
While St John was called to the scene, it's unclear if anyone was injured.
Businesses say they need clarity after decision to remove cars from Wellington's Golden Mile
Chamber of Commerce says businesses are trading tough following Covid-19.
New report shines light on the shape of crime in Whanganui
A new survey has shone a light on the state of crime within the Whanganui-Manawatū region.
Latest Wellington bus headache: Infratil sells Kilbirnie bus depot for $35m
The sale leaves NZ Bus short of a location to store part of its Wellington fleet.
Private vehicles and car parks to be removed from Wellington's Golden Mile
Mayor Andy Foster says the $6.4b Let's Get Wellington Moving plan is finally moving.
Sexism and harassment claims: Two workers, contractor asked to leave TVNZ
There have been five incidents of alleged sexual harassment or sexism.
'Pissed off': More Auckland vaccine rollout issues ahead of national system
Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern is set to reveal details about the national booking scheme.
Cost to fix Wellington water revealed in report on leaky infrastructure
Leaked Wellington Water report shows the cost of water upgrades as population grows.
'Long tunnel' for Let's Get Wellington Moving rethink
Tunnels have long been a point of contention in the $6.4 billion plan.
Investigations into police use of force increase in one major city by 300% since 2016
Christchurch, Wellington and Auckland have had huge increases since 2016.
Wellington house fire: Police seek help following suspicious blaze
One person was taken to hospital after two properties were destroyed.
New deal offered to end Wellington bus pay stoush
The Tramways union will hold a stop-work meeting next week to vote on a new pay deal.
New funding has been secured to build a Porirua Adventure Park
A new Porirua Adventure Park secures new funding but still needs more from the community.
Peak-hour bus services dropped amid Wellington driver shortages, 'unplanned cancellations'
The city's bus operators are at least 60 drivers short.
Concern over Let's Get Wellington Moving's lack of dialogue
Wellington's $6.4 billion transport plan has been struggling behind the scenes.
Wellington sinkhole repair estimated to cost $5m
The pipe's replacement required a 24/7 operation and full closure of Jervois Quay.
'Treated as a second class': Tribunal hears arguments for expanding hate speech law
He brought the case after an Auckland pastor made comments about shooting gay people.
Greater Wellington Regional Council appoints new chief executive
The appointment is a familiar face at the council.
Wellington city struggles with 138% construction workforce shortfall
Doubt is being thrown over the deliverability of big construction projects in the capital.
'Derelict for 15 years': Complaints made about house destroyed in Wellington fire
Complaints had been made for years about the 'abandoned, overgrown' Hanson St property.
Airport bus contract expressions of interest close
Submissions are being evaluated with a decision due shortly on who the operator will be.
Where I'd Rather Be: At the Wellington Jazz Festival
Jazz festivals and al fresco igloo dining are all on in Wellington this week.
Kerre McIvor: Buy your own sodding chips - three restaurant rules to live by
OPINION: The story of Peter, Alex and the three fries struck a chord with me.
Zoo closes kiwi house to investigate three bird deaths
Wellington Zoo has closed its kiwi house indefinitely as it investigates what went wrong.
Pair arrested after burglaries
Two people face 37 charges between them after being arrested on Wednesday.
Several alternative versions of Let's Get Wellington Moving being planned
Business cases are months behind schedule and the $6.4b budget has been blown.
Dirty water sparked warning not to drink tap water at Parliament
Subsequent water quality checks indicate no cause for concern.
Transport Minister open minded about a congestion charge in Wellington
Michael Wood's position on the issue is a significant shift from his predecessor's.
Nurses strike: 'I try to cry at home, I go to work afraid'
For eight hours, 1400 Northland nurses stopped work to ask for a better deal.
Live: Thousands of striking nurses drown out Health Minister's speech at Parliament
Nurses have walked off the job around the country in demand of better pay and conditions.
Wellington nurses join national strike
'Conditions' and 'pay' cited as reasons for today's industrial action.