Wellington Region
Sir Ngatata Love case: Former lawyer describes feeling under pressure
A former lawyer who once acted for Sir Ngatata Love has denied trying to implicate him in financial transactions carried out by his partner.
Three people in Wellington with measles after Bali trip
Three people in Wellington have contracted measles after a family holiday in Bali last month.
Police criticise drunken excess in Wellington CBD
Police have delivered a dramatic account of drunken excess in the party centre of Courtenay Place to the Wellington City Council.
Using trust money to buy house 'didn't look good' - ex-lawyer
A former lawyer who set up trusts for Sir Ngatata Love was told "Ngatata had everything in hand" when he raised concerns over a transaction, a court has been told.
Hurricanes celebrate with parade in Wellington
The Hurricanes victory parade in Wellington today was 21 years in the making. Audio
Hurricanes players proud to bring win home
The Hurricanes celebrated their win at the Super Rugby competition in Wellington today. Victor Vito and some of the other players spoke to Checkpoint from the parade. Video, Audio
Iwi trust was cash poor during disputed property deal
Iwi organisation Wellington Tenths Trust was cash poor at the time of a disputed property transaction, a former accountant has told the High Court.
Grocery store to pay $53k for exploiting worker
A Wellington grocery store which exploited a migrant worker has been ordered to pay more than $53,000 in penalties and arrears.
Tobacco theft accused appear in court
Ten people accused of stealing hundreds of thousands of dollars worth of tobacco from a Petone factory have appeared in court.
Sir Ngatata Love taken to hospital
Māori leader Sir Ngatata Love, who is on trial charged with fraud, has fallen ill and been taken to hospital.
Carmen Rupe's silhouette to light up Cuba St lights
Carmen Rupe's silhouette has been used in four pedestrian crossing lights in what was the heart of Wellington's red light district. Video, Audio
A Taste of Home - Philippine Festival
Celebrating 50 years of Philippines and New Zealand diplomatic relations, one Filipino New Zealander guides Lynda Chanwai-Earle through her community's annual celebration with a hands on cooking… Audio, Gallery
A Taste of Home - Philippine Festival
Celebrating 50 years of Philippines and New Zealand diplomatic relations, one Filipino New Zealander guides Lynda Chanwai-Earle through her community's annual celebration with a hands on cooking…
AudioA green light for drag activist, Carmen
A new unique set of green lights have been unveiled on Cuba street this morning. They pay tribute to another local legend, Carmen Rupe, the drag performer, brothel keeper and activisit who was a… Audio
Worker stabbed in neck during aggravated robbery
A worker was stabbed in the neck during the aggravated robbery of a business in the Porirua suburb of Cannons Creek this evening.
So Laid Back Country China: Sin Cristales
So Laid Back Country China hone their brand of 'Canyon Rock' with their second release Sin Cristales. Audio
Ashleigh Young: essays and exercise
Ashleigh Young is a poet, essayist and editor, and teaches creative science writing at the International Institute of Modern Letters. Her first collection of personal essays is Can You Tolerate This… Audio
Wairarapa iwi to settle with Crown
A Wairarapa iwi is poised to sign a treaty settlement with the Crown that includes the return of Mt Bruce Reserve.
Weekend temperatures could break records
The MetService predicts temperatures could drop to minus 15-degrees celcius in parts of the South Island over the weekend. Audio
Wellington Mayor won't run for third term
Wellington Mayor Celia Wade-Brown has announced she will not stand for a third term as Wellington mayor. She spoke to John Campbell about her decision and achievements. Audio
