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Featherston tiny homes developer wants red tape cut
Developer says backing for tiny homes could be a 'silver bullet' for the housing crisis.
World-famous Masterton event seeks waste bylaw changes
New rules aim to control the dumping of spam mail and waste from large public events.
Police seek information on missing Porirua teenager
Caley was last seen on Sunday afternoon driving north from a property in Judgeford.
Labradors voted top dogs in quirky council survey
"Captain Nana Spider-Pig Wolfenstein the Second" was also a favourite dog name.
Prisoner fled hospital fearing organs would be harvested
The kidnapping was a case of "mistaken identity", Judge Hobbs said.
Kāinga Ora opens 29 homes in Porirua
The Castor Crescent development is part of Kāinga Ora's 25 year revitalisation plan.
Insurance company investigating threat against councillor
The company is working to establish whether one of its employees is involved.
Dune hoons on beaches targeted by police over summer
Motorists and motorcyclists are in the sights of police this summer.
Transmission Gully legal costs mount while Wellingtonians wait for road
The troubled project has racked up a $1.7m legal bill following settlement negotiations.
World of WearableArt welcomed like an 'old friend'
The show was a Covid casualty, and the postponed exhibition is finally set to open.
It's you, Aotearoa: Whānau of 5 Million are Our Heroes Award 2020 winners
We all played our part to stop the spread of Covid-19. These are our stories.
Wellington rates hike: Regional council indicates 13% rise
Action on climate change, lower bus patronage, and reforms are behind the increase.
Jason Pine's 'field of dreams': A love letter to cricket at the Basin
Jason Pine reflects on some of the standout moments from his time as a fan at the Basin.
Horowhenua Business Park attracts government
"The return of this level of Government facility has been a long time coming."
'We are not done': Shelly Bay protest group undeterred by funding loss
Mau Whenua are resolute despite losing funding for the court case against Shelly Bay.
City councillors signal a return to Wellington's Civic Square
Mayor Andy Foster says the heart of the city feels like it's in an induced coma.
Wellington water woes report: system needs to change
Sludge became a household name in Wellington this year.
Groping, sexism and discrimination: Female DJs fight back against harassment
Female DJs are speaking out against discrimination in the industry.
Wellington Airport unveils lanyard to help people with hidden disabilities
Wellington Airport is making flying easier for those with hidden disabilities.
Shelly Bay fight: Iwi group loses Sir Peter Jackson's company funding
Mau Whenua says it's a 'bitter blow' and is now scrambling to find millions of dollars.
Wild Wellington weather: School closed as sewage pours into playground
A school was closed after sewage spilled into their playground on Thursday.
Transmission Gully: Motorists told delays are 'for the greater good'
Motorists are asked to "bear with" travel authorities after ongoing traffic delays.
Save Mt Vic: 800 residents sign petition to save suburb's heritage
Residents say the draft spatial plan puts a key part of Wellington's identity at risk.
Wellington officially Covid-free again after 'wake-up call'
Restaurant at centre of Wellington Covid scare calls for stronger industry guidelines.
Streets of rage: The angriest drivers in NZ
Drivers in this province are more prone to rage than anywhere else in New Zealand.
Relationship between Wellington Water and council found wanting
Report finds a lack of trust and a relationship in need of a 'fundamental reset'.
Wellington indoor arena could be shafted for $85m venues upgrade
Bills for Wellington's creative infrastructure are mounting amid latest budget blowout.
Wellington home buyers 'getting tired', survey shows
"Pull back" on attendance at Wellington open homes and auctions, survey results show.
Plimmerton hopes to double infrastructure spending to reduce flood risk
Pipes made for one-in-30-year floods need to be future-proofed for climate change.
Businesses fatigued by traffic congestion after '10 years of delays'
One driver said it took two-and-a-half hours to travel 66km.
White Island tragedy: The lives cut short when tourism trip ended in disaster
Tourists and tour guides made up the 22 people tragically killed on White Island.
A Capital Letter: Earthquake-prone building rules need teeth
Opinion: Wellington buildings remaining a risk to people's lives is unacceptable.
Report recommends selling or redeveloping Wellington's Opera House
Wellington's key venues are being used at half their capacity and are not fit for purpose.