Wellington Region
Masterton wins most beautiful town in NZ
Masterton has been named the most beautiful city in New Zealand as decided by the Keep New Zealand Beautiful charitable trust. The "Beautiful Awards" look at the efforts made by communities to protect… Audio
Mayor unsurprised Masterton given award
The mayor of Masterton is not surprised it's been named New Zealand's Most Beautiful City.
Militaria auction cancelled on police advice
An auction of militaria including high powered firearms due to be held at a Wellington school this weekend has been cancelled on the advice of police.
Tears and applause as officers receive bravery award
There were tears and applause as two police officers were honoured with the Police Association's Bravery Award in Wellington this morning.
National ceremony a way to remember, pay respects
RNZ reporter Te Aniwa Hurihanganui was at the Pukeahu National War Memorial Park in Wellington to witness the national ceremony marking the 100th anniversary of Passchendaele. Audio
Last loop for Wellington's iconic trolley buses
Work started late last night to take down the decades-old overhead lines, and in three weeks the final switch will be flicked, and the power shut off once and for all. Video, Audio
Nine arrested as protesters block Defence Forum in Wellington
About 300 protesters blocked all the entrances to Westpac stadium this morning in a bid to stop delegates from attending what they say is a weapons trade fair. Audio
Vague adjectives flow as coalition talks continue
Serious, productive, meaningful: The adjectives flowed along with the biscuits today as Labour and National continued to try to woo New Zealand First into forming a government. Video, Audio
Nine arrests during 'weapons expo' protest
Nine people protesting against a defence industry forum have been arrested for blocking a roadway in Wellington.
Gun auction buyers at school strictly vetted
An auction including military-style weapons at a Wellington school is only open to buyers with strictly vetted collectors' licences, gun owners say.
Statistics House in Wellington to be demolished
Statistics House on Wellington's waterfront, which was badly damaged in last November's 7.8 quake, will be demolished.
Syrian refugee overwhelmed by support for trashed garden
The Waiwhetu community in Lower Hutt rallied together, offering their time, plant cuttings, potting mix and money after vandals ruined Khaled Al Jouja's garden. Video, Audio
Wellington Mayor Justin Lester – How Creative is the Capital?
Earlier this year Wellington Mayor Justin Lester announced a half million dollar boost for the so-called Creative Capital’s art scene. It may have something to do with the closure of multiple venues –… Audio
Rescuing chickens 46 at a time in a Honda Jazz
A Kāpiti coast woman is on a mission to save 3000 free range chickens who aren't providing enough eggs to their owners and were destined to end up as dog food. Audio
Rescuing 46 chickens at a time in a Honda Jazz
Kapiti Coast woman Helen Whitfield is on a mission to save 3000 free range chickens who aren't providing enough eggs to their owner, and were destined to end up as dog food. Video, Audio
Rail union threatens further strikes over Wgtn deal
The rail union is warning of a return to old-style industrial action on the railways.
Bus crashes into house in Wellington
A bus has crashed into a house in the Wellington suburb of Mt Cook, injuring the driver.
Masterton the Beautiful - Wairarapa town makes final in city awards
The Wairarapa town of Masterton has reached the finals of the Keep New Zealand Beautiful most beautiful city awards - much to the surprise of some locals. Video, Audio
Porirua plans $21m adventure park
Porirua Council has unveiled plans for a big new adventure park with bike trails, cafes, walking tracks, a gondola and an indoor pool with a surfing-wave generator.
More strikes possible as contract talks stall for Wgtn rail workers
Staff on the Wellington commuter rail network have rejected an offer by their employers and say further industrial action is possible.
