Wellington's main street blocked after big tree topples
Lambton Quay was blocked but no-one was hurt in the incident.
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The tragic death of Sophia Crestani: Family reflects a year after uni party horror
The family of Sophia Crestani are still heartbroken a year after her tragic death.
Face to face with tarantulas at Wellington Zoo
Ever seen a glowing scorpion up close? Now's your chance.
Memorial for NZ's longest serving leader deemed quake-prone
People have been told not to linger as the memorial's column could fall in an earthquake.
'Not acceptable': Social housing provider under fire for mould-ridden rental
The Tenancy Tribunal ordered the landlord to pay more than $2000 in damages.
Inside story: NZ First SFO probe and its fight for election survival
NZ First came to Parliament care of a tangle with the SFO. Will it leave the same way?
Homegrown to 'keep swinging' after Covid-19
The prospect of a change in alert level looms, but organisers are optimistic.
Revealed: Major 'Let's Get Wellington Moving' projects on a go-slow
Plans for a second Mt Victoria tunnel and mass rapid transit are behind schedule.
Why Wellington's famous fountain should be on your bucket list
'A bit naff' but also 'iconic', was the landmark soiled by a badly-behaved hobbit?
Weather: Temperatures as low as -3 in last lash of Arctic blast
Icy winds will round out the month, with some in the South Island in for a freezing night.
Greens pitch walking and cycling tunnel in Wellington
The Green Party wants to double Mt Victoria's tunnel, but not for cars.
Wellington City Mission gets $10m for redevelopment plans
City Mission plans more housing, a social supermarket, and food distribution warehouse.
Kiwi lands Dyson award for compostable shoe design
22-year-old Rik Olthuis has always dreamed of designing athletic shoes.
Loan scheme opens for owners of quake-prone apartments
Scheme to help with earthquake strengthening costs opens after months-long delay.
Your weather: Flurry of severe weather warnings as snow hits the south
A rapidly deepening low has hit with heavy rain, gales, snow - and cold temperatures.
One dead, three injured after serious crash near Nelson
The highway is closed and diversions are in place, a police spokeswoman said.
Stormy Sunday: Gales, heavy rain, 1350 lightning strikes, harbour bridge could close
Authorities are taking no chances with Auckland Harbour Bridge as gales threaten.
'Not good enough': Air NZ pilot invites female passenger to ride in cockpit
Woman reportedly had drinks at a hotel and the Koru Lounge before early evening flight.
Hit musical Jersey Boys is returning to New Zealand
The musical tells the story behind hit band The Four Seasons.
6 months since lockdown: Kiwis reflect on living with Covid
Six months ago today the country was placed into full lockdown in response to Covid-19.
'Severe weather': Antarctic blast set to hit on weekend
Snow and cold winds will make travelling difficult and stress livestock.
TOP leader misspells electorate's name in advertising campaign
He's running for the Wellington electorate of Rongotai - but the suburb was spelled wrong.
Wellington region gets spending boost but central city hurting
Dwindling foot traffic sees spending in Wellington City drop 10 per cent.
'Traumatic' kidnapping case: Police release CCTV footage
Male victim and his partner left unharmed but traumatised by incident.
Wellington Hospital mental health unit 'at a crisis point'
Staff have claimed to have been assaulted, stalked and terrorised by patients at the unit.
Jacinda Ardern dominates social media as Kiwis take political engagement online
The latest social media trends show who Kiwis are discussing the most online.
Election 2020: Wellington Central and the party high flyers
The home of the Finance Minister, Green Party co-leader and National's up and comer.
Wellington council told to bowl central library and move on
"This is not about dictating the use of a museum for my generation of baby boomers."
GO NZ: Behind the scenes at the Beehive, and Wellington's best beer
How to experience a weekend of hops and history in the capital.
Election 2020: Why your vote in Wellington counts
Everyone has a position on a second Mt Victoria tunnel, but what about everything else?
Election 2020: The battle for Rongotai and the second tunnel
Rongotai is a Labour stronghold, but TOP's leader says Paul Eagle isn't up to scratch.
$5000 reward for stolen briefcase full of 'heirlooms'
The briefcase was stolen from a Willis St property on Friday last week.
Covid-19 and pirates: The hurdles for a NZ business
'In lockdown, juggling all these balls, and then like wow, just add pirates to the mix.'
Surface flooding in Wellington region, a sunny level 2.5 weekend for Aucklanders
Showers and rain are on the cards for many around the country today.