A power company is handing out free energy-efficient lightbulbs to homes in need.

Government waiving its 20 per cent cut of sale gives uni up to $4m extra from sale.

Light rail in Wellington could be fast-tracked after new Transport Minister's comments.

Key routes shut off in central Wellington just before rush-hour traffic.

The man accused of shooting a taxi driver has appeared in Wellington District Court.

Delays after a worker accidentally knocked a fire sprinkler causing an evacuation.

A man will appear in court this morning.

Wellington's mayor agrees to "terrifying" lunch date, to raise money for local school.

Alem Tessema's fear rose as his passengers made him drive in circles.

There's a problem with planning 500m ziplines in Wellington - the weather.

Wanted man described as armed and dangerous, as police hunt for taxi shooter.

Apology after racial remark fails to stop offended team's walk-off.

A person has died after being hit by a train in Upper Hutt.

Taxi drivers are living in fear of violent passengers, says Nishad Hussein.

This week will be nothing like last week's wild thunder storms

Shot Wellington taxi driver speaks from his hospital bed.

Life Flight founder Peter Button created NZ's first dedicated rescue helicopter service.

The taxi driver was shot in the shoulder after a dispute occurred over a fare.

The incident occurred in the suburb of Miramar.

Wellington's first cat cafe comes with a twist; you can take the cats home with you.

The penguins are getting the VIP treatment on their road to recovery.

The textiles could create a calming effect for those with the disorder, she said.

The man had been admitted to the respite house after trying to engage with children.

It's unlikely more than $60,000 owed by Gobey will be repaid to the victims.

The Police national dive squad recovered the body on Wednesday evening.

Sentencing of fake doctor delayed due to late defence submissions.

Is a Basin flyover back on the cards to ease Wellington's congestion woes?

Police National Dive Squad recovered man's body, two days after he was reported missing.

Rail workers have been forced into striking to protect hard-won terms, their union says.

Despite legislation around structural standards, Wellington has 699 unsafe buildings.