Armed police swarm Wellington street after threatening phone call
A witness said three police cars are at the scene.
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Police warn parents about fake business asking for videos of children getting ‘slimed’
The person claims it is for a game show - but no such game exists.
Protesters have climbed above SH1 in Wellington
Restore Passenger Rail protesters have climbed a gantry above State Highway 1 in Wellington and hung a banner. Video / Supplied
Cops in harnesses scale gantry over Wellington's SH1, drag protester down
Protesters have struck again, this time blocking the motorway near the Terrace Tunnel.
One dead after being hit by vehicle in workplace incident
WorkSafe and the police's Serious Crash Unit have been advised.
'You have to pay the price': Contractor who took meth to stay awake caused pile-up crash
A judge described the man's choice to consume the drug for work as a "terrible idea".
Police, ambulance and mental health co-response teams to be rolled out nationwide
Existing programmes will be expanded over the next five years.
Wellington protester who 'cemented' hand to road appeals declined bail application
The sticking substance may have been a mixture of epoxy and cement.
Football: Rovers out to seize the moment ahead of crucial showdown
Napier City Rovers remain in a three-way battle for remaining two National League spots.
Wellington landmark at risk of demolition due to rising costs, climate change
But locals would like popular quake-damaged wharf kept for heritage value.
Why you can’t drive 110km/h on Transmission Gully
The $1.25b motorway was designed for the higher speed limit.
Bail denied for climate activist who allegedly concreted hand to road
She appeared over audio-visual link from the hospital with her hand in a bucket.
'We have to live with this horror every day': Mother to groomer
He groomed teens, giving them alcohol and cannabis before engaging in sex acts.
K-Fry competition heats up: Korean fried chicken chain coming to NZ
Fast-food retailer plans to open 18 stores around NZ.
All Black could lose $40k after pool building company goes into liquidation
'We’re angry and frustrated but we understand times are tough right now'.
'Dangerous' hit and run driver going 100km/h on wrong side of road
Chad Clark hit the pedestrian with 'extreme force', with no attempt to swerve or brake.
'Thank God': Let's Get Wellington Moving put out of its misery
OPINION: National's promised to kill it and the Government has announced its own changes.
Wellington going to the dogs: Council proposes letting animals on beach all year round
However, there would be a canine caveat to the rule change.
Wellington protester seals hand to road with concrete
The group are back after several months.
The problem with NZ and earthquake early warning systems
For all the clever tech behind quake early warning systems, Kiwis know little about them.
Sir Peter Jackson, Dame Fran Walsh gift $2 million for brand new recording studio in Wellington
The generous gift will help fit out new studios in the basement of the Town Hall.
'She's not coming home alive' missing woman's mum told
A year on from her disappearance, Breanna Muriwai's mum has shared new information.
What lies beneath: Scientists map the vast aquifer under Wellington Harbour
High-tech mapping of Wellington aquifer could aid global searches for new water sources.
What to expect from crazy-cool Hippopotamus restaurant at QT Wellington Hotel
If you want to know what you're getting, it's best to ask the chef...
Uni student assaulted four women - he claimed 'sexsomnia'
Four women were victimised by the defendant.
Victoria University walks back ‘name change by stealth’
Former Prime Minister Helen Clark criticised the university’s branding just last month.
Jetstar apologises for cancelling Auckland to Wellington flight after delays
The airline was pledging to support passengers, including covering costs.
'Someone out there knows': Breanna Muriwai has been missing for a year
The 22-year-old was last seen on Te Horo Beach on August 28 last year.
March for peace amid months of gang violence and death
Gang tensions have been high in Palmerston North since the killing of a mobster in May.
‘A bitter pill’: Melling Line closure was difficult decision, says council
The Melling train line will close for 18 months from July next year.
More Cook Strait sailings cancelled, Bluebridge ferry has mechanical fault
Interislander has only just returned Kaitaki to service after it was hit by a large wave.
New 110km/h speed limits considered near Wellington
The changes cannot yet be considered for Transmission Gully as the road is not finished.
Kaitaki sailings resume after large wave damaged ferry door
The ferry finally departed Wellington for Picton last night.