Wellington Region
Women who burnt child's hands assaulted brother
A woman jailed last month for burning her child's hands has had two years added to her prison term after being found guilty of a vicious assault on her brother.
Train guard talked through giving CPR to save woman
A 111 calltaker has talked a train guard through carrying out CPR on an elderly passenger who collapsed this afternoon, and in doing so saved the woman's life. [Petone, Wellington train, CPR… Audio
Glen Downie and Stephen Cleland: 'Performance Scores'
Glen Downie and Stephen Cleland: 'Performance Scores' The Adam Art Gallery are currently exhibiting a collection of work by Bruce Barber, titled 'Performance Scores'. Curator Stephen Cleland… Audio
Prince Charles and Camilla arrive in New Zealand
On the first day of his visit with the Duchess of Cornwall, Prince Charles has braved soggy weather, greeted fans - and praised the All Blacks. Video, Audio
Exercise in physical and emotional endurance
Antenatal depression affects at least one in eight mothers according to research undertaken by Auckland University's, 'Growing up in New Zealand' study, while other research suggests that one in six… Video, Audio
Royal Visit - Celia Wade-Brown
Prince Charles and his wife Camilla the Duchess of Cornwall arrive in Wellington today for a week-long royal visit. The trip has a cultural and conservation focus, and includes visits to Wellington… Audio
Seatoun, Kelburn join Wellington's $1m club
The Wellington suburbs of Seatoun and Kelburn have joined Oriental Bay/Roseneath in the capital's $1 million property club. Audio
Wellington has three $1m suburbs with more expected
Wellington now has three suburbs where properties on average are valued at one million dollars, with more expected to join the club over coming years. Audio
Rimutaka rail tunnel celebrates 60th Anniversary
One of New Zealand's engineering marvels is 60 years old today. Audio
Damaged Hutt bridge still not inspected
Upper Hutt City Council is yet to get a close look at a damaged bridge which was closed four days ago, cutting road access to 63 homes.
Dancing with the Stars - NZ Police and Diwali
For the first time the NZ Police and male leaders within the Indian community are teaming up with international performers during Diwali - the Hindu Festival of Lights - to push the White Ribbon… Audio, Gallery
Dancing with the Stars - NZ Police and Diwali
For the first time the NZ Police and male leaders within the Indian community are teaming up with international performers during Diwali - the Hindu Festival of Lights - to push the White Ribbon…
AudioMichael Norris: 'Nine Echoes'
New music ensemble Stroma mark 100 years since Douglas Lilburn's birth with a concert of specially composed works: responding to Lilburn's Nine Short Pieces for Piano. Co-director and composer Michael… Audio
Man, 23, dead after crash along Hutt River
A man is dead after his car hit a bollard along the banks of the Hutt River, north of Wellington, earlier today. It is understood the 23-year-old was driving down...
Constructing the Tutu
Tutus add to the spectacle of classical ballet and are equally as important as the set design. This August, the New Zealand School of Dance launched an appeal to raise $9,000.00 towards the… Audio, Gallery
Teaching the 'sweet science' of boxing
This week, we're off to Lower Hutt - north of Wellington - where boxing coach Billy Graham has devoted his life to teaching young boxers at his Naenae Boxing Academy. Audio
Poetry with Gregory O'Brien: Peter Bland
Discussing poetry by Peter Bland; a new collection, Expecting Miracles, and his Collected Poems 1956-2011. Features two web only poems read by Peter Bland. Audio
Bronwyn Labrum: 1950s and 60s New Zealand
Associate professor in the School of Design at Massey University, and former Curator of History and Textiles at Te Papa. Her new book is a history told through objects and images, Real Modern… Audio
'The first time I've really met the neighbours'
Work will begin today on building a temporary road for Upper Hutt residents isolated - though drawn together - by a bridge failure.
Two weeks before Upper Hutt residents have a way out
Upper Hutt residents isolated after a bridge was damaged by intense floodwaters yesterday say it has not been properly maintained for decades. Audio
