Catholic Church investigating claim boys prostituted
3:36 PM The Church is calling on anyone with information on the matter to come forward after allegations involving a Lower Hutt boys' home.
Code of conduct investigation into Wellington mayor Andy Foster cost ratepayers almost $32,000
The investigation was called for by councillor Jenny Condie after Foster tried to share private information with her before a vote on the planned Shelly Bay development.
Govt announces $170m for early childhood pay parity
The move has been welcomed by the sector, which says it will directly benefit New Zealand's youngest learners.
Wellington man accused of bigamy to go on trial in July
A man who was allegedly married to two women at the same time will go on trial in front of a judge on July 26 at Porirua District Court.
The rancour of 'Wellington Silly Council' takes a personal toll
Wellington City councillors open up on job stress: "I have gone home and I have cried."
Crime writer Kathy Reichs brings work experience to her thrillers
Forensic anthropologist Kathy Reichs brings her own dramatic work experience to her blockbuster thrillers.
Digital tool shows obstacles rangatahi face and potential for opportunities
A new digital tool that shows a snapshot of how young people in Aotearoa live provides the chance to make a change.
Allegations state care boys were prostituted out to Catholic Church officials
A survivor sharing evidence at the Royal Commission Inquiry claims the practice took place in Hutt Valley, with children from Epuni boys' home.
New data shows arts sector faring far better than forecast post-lockdown
Kiwis are set to ramp up their engagement with the arts, despite initial concerns of plummeting interest at the start of the pandemic.
Upper Hutt residents urge councillors to nix proposed land swap with developer
Locals have made sure their views on a controversial land-swap plan have been heard loud and clear in discussions about the city’s future direction.
'Vile racial slurs' before fight at Wellington club rugby match — club chair
Rival rugby clubs allege players and spectators were racially, verbally and physically abused in an on-field fight described by a witness as the worst he's seen.
Hawke's Bay Hospital's new record - 188 ED presentations in 24 hours
Elective surgeries were postponed as the majority of the Emergency Department presentations were serious medical conditions.
Three people hospitalised after crash in Kelburn, Wellington
A crash involving a car and a van on Glen and Upland roads left debris 'all over the road' on Tuesday morning.
Resident wants out of 'unsafe' Strathmore flats
Residents of the Nuku St flats were told to stay indoors by police after a man was attacked with an axe and a knife on Monday night.
Broken down truck cleared from Remutaka Hill road
Traffic has returned to normal after a truck blocking lanes was cleared from State Highway 2.
Kevin, phone home. Your dad left you money
18 min ago A long-lost brother has a share of $320,000, if only he can be found.
Waka Kotahi facts wrong, says HB mayor
2:44 PM Agency says lower speed limit will only add 41 seconds to trip, but council says that "doesn’t bare any resemblance to the true impacts of the proposal".
New programme by Creative HQ offers cash and mentorship to climate innovators
Up to 10 teams will get $20,000 and 12 weeks of mentorship as part of the new Climate Response Accelerator programme by Creative HQ.
Russian billionaire sues Kiwi-based website
Law news publisher fights legal action by billionaire who sold Californian mansion to Meghan and Harry.
Major revamp proposed for key route into Wellington as part of transport intiative
Planners are hoping to ease congestion and increase safety on one of the main arteries into the capital as part of the much maligned Let’s Get Wellington Moving transport initiative.
Marina expansion follows big spike in berth inquiries
Cashed-up boat buyers unable to travel are thought to be behind a spike in demand, which has resulted in a million-dollar expansion at a Lower Hutt marina.
Capital shakes it up at national bartender competition
A two-hour written exam, a blind whisky tasting, and a cocktail-making round inspired by lockdown challenged constestants over the two-day competiton.
Govt right to target gangs with firearms bans, but is it overshooting?
OPINION: Keeping weapons away from "high risk'' individuals is an attractive goal, but the methodology and scope of the Government's plans need close attention.
Longing for the dodgems of my youth
OPINION: Dodgems were cartoon cars, the shape and colour of clown’s shoes.
Let's extend MMP into local elections
OPINION: In Auckland the council can only borrow three times its income yet its voters are borrowing seven times their average income to buy a house.
Kill off the younger replacement model of dating
OPINION: And above all, we need to stop playing young women and old women off against each other.
Motherhood in manacles? Oh hell no.
OPINION: Appalling accounts of women handcuffed for childbirth demand independent inquiry.
Crime writer Kathy Reichs brings work experience to her thrillers
Forensic anthropologist Kathy Reichs brings her own dramatic work experience to her blockbuster thrillers.
New data shows arts sector faring far better than forecast post-lockdown
Kiwis are set to ramp up their engagement with the arts, despite initial concerns of plummeting interest at the start of the pandemic.
The artists behind Aotearoa's Covid-19 vaccination campaign
As the next wave of public health messaging to do with the vaccine roll-out is released, Kiwis are receiving art along with immunisation information.
Arts listings in the Wellington region from May 10-13
Ballet and comedy are some of the top picks for this week.
'Another Mammal' rich with ideas and depth
Leave your ideas about traditional storytelling at the door, and enjoy the wild ride of ideas, emotions and laughter.
New programme by Creative HQ offers cash and mentorship to climate innovators
Up to 10 teams will get $20,000 and 12 weeks of mentorship as part of the new Climate Response Accelerator programme by Creative HQ.
Free-range employees good for wellbeing and business
A business coach says companies should trust staff to find spaces that work for them.
Crime writer Kathy Reichs brings work experience to her thrillers
Forensic anthropologist Kathy Reichs brings her own dramatic work experience to her blockbuster thrillers.
Major revamp proposed for key route into Wellington as part of transport intiative
Planners are hoping to ease congestion and increase safety on one of the main arteries into the capital as part of the much maligned Let’s Get Wellington Moving transport initiative.
Wellington bus company trialling hydrogen engine add-on to reduce emissions
Transdev is trialling a new device which could reduce diesel engine emissions by as much as 80 per cent.
Peter Umaga-Jensen gets Hurricanes 12 as Ngani Laumape omitted for Sydney trip
Team management insist the decision to rest Laumape was made before he confirmed his future in France.
'Win some, lose some': Hurricanes farewell Laumape for nearly triple his money
Fringe All Black had to weigh his test ambitions with a near seven-figure offer in France.
'Vile racial slurs' before fight at Wellington club rugby match — club chair
Rival rugby clubs allege players and spectators were racially, verbally and physically abused in an on-field fight described by a witness as the worst he's seen.
TJ Perenara blocked from immediate Hurricanes return unless injury hits
Canes' favourite son will be back in Wellington soon, and available, but Super Rugby rules could delay his comeback.
Central Pulse blown away by Northern Mystics after third quarter meltdown
The Mystics outscored the Pulse 22-8 in the third quarter to clinch their first-ever win in Wellington during the ANZ Premiership era.
