Wellington Region
Tolls the only way to go for second Wellington tunnel, experts say
"That's often the only way to pay for it despite the controversy," one says.
Victim critically injured in potential hit and run incident
Police are trying to track down a motorist whose vehicle struck a pedestrian in central Wellington on Monday night.
Karori murder trial: Facebook and Google data used by police
Google Maps data was used to pinpoint the location of those accused of murdering Rau Tongia in December 2020, a trial has heard.
'It was actually pandemonium' - passenger injured by turbulence
A woman who was burnt after a full coffee pot was poured onto her says there was nothing she could do because she was "strapped in". Audio
Report reveals climate change risks in Kāpiti
It is recommended the district crafts an adaption plan to address challenges posed by the changing climate.
Netball: Tactix beat Pulse in extra-time thriller
The Mainland Tactix are on top of netball's ANZ Premiership after a sensational 58-53 extra-time win against the Central Pulse in a physical top-of-the-table clash in Christchurch.
Minipiano given new life in Wellington winter garden
Back in the early 1930s, the pianette was briefly an Art Deco home sensation. Now a band of enthusiasts have revived the instrument by converting it into a Pianette Automatique. Audio
Chris Hipkins addresses Labour faithful at party conference
A one-term government, funding for cancer medications and the quality of TVNZ's broadcasting were hot topics of discussion.
Students on quest for marine protection in Wellington
Wellington primary school pupils are asking the regional council to establish a marine protected area around Worser Bay Boating Club for at least the next 10 years.
Broken pipe sends raw sewage into Wellington Harbour
Wellington Water believes there is a high likelihood raw sewage has leaked into harbour due to a broken pipe.
Man charged after Waikanae Beach death
A 31-year-old has been charged with murder after a man died after a fight.
Homicide inquiry launched after man dies at a Waikanae Beach property
Another man who was known to the victim is helping police with their investigation.
Injured squatter: People seeking shelter in risky buildings 'an indictment'
The community as a whole has to take responsibility, the Wellington City missioner says.
Nurse fired over anti-vax posts denied another appeal
A former nurse dismissed over "anti-vaccine information on Facebook" won't have her case heard by the Court of Appeal.
Squatter who waited hours for help now in critical condition
The person fell through a collapsed stairwell and they're now undergoing treatment at Wellington Hospital.
Footage from PM's official residence used in murder trial
Police have used CCTV footage - including from Premier House - as evidence in a murder trial in the High Court in Wellington.
Luxon defends MP claiming allowance to rent own flat
"A state-run hotel" is being suggested to keep MPs using the housing allowance to pay to live in their own homes. Audio
Fire at Greytown Powerco plant affects heating, hot water
Some heaters, hot water systems and streetlights may be out of action in parts of Wairarapa after a fire on Monday.
Staff shortage blocks prison volunteer programme
Volunteers working on education, social and drug programmes have not been allowed back into a women's prison in Wellington since Covid-19. Audio
Money paid to locums at clinic could be better spent on permanent doctors - union
The $170,000 spent on locums to staff Porirua's after hours service each month would be better spent employing permanent doctors, the junior doctors' union says.