Library set to avoid demolition
But Wellington ratepayers could ultimately pay $200m for the privilege of keeping it.
Govt 'must be upfront on exemptions'
The Avatar crew were granted an exemption to come into the country, but America's Cup teams are still waiting for visas.
Mushroom expert allowed in, dad maybe
Immigration NZ will reconsider application for dad-in-waiting.
Say yes to Hollywood millions
OPINION: The Avatar crew have a gift for us in their carry on luggage: a billion dollar booster shot for the economy.
US billionaire invests, backs NZ tourism
Millions to be spent upgrading Wairarapa winery, with billionaire saying he backs New Zealand tourism.
Time to call 'Cut!' on film subsidy
OPINION: The decision to wave Avatar filmmakers through the border shows it's time for filmmakers to be stripped of their generous subsidies.
My two dads: Same-sex couple's baby joy
From newspaper ad to new dads, Māori man from Ōtaki realises his baby dream with his Aussie husband amid Covid-19 'craziness'.
Screening criteria slows diagnosis
At 45, Rob King was thought to be too young to get bowel cancer, so he had to be screened in the private sector.
First film resumes shooting
Poppy has become the first feature film to resume shooting in New Zealand since the Covid-19 lockdown.
'Political favouritism' for film crews
Decision to let Avatar crew into country branded "an insult to working New Zealanders" by one MP.
Money pit from demolition mishap
Concrete column dropped through an apartment roof causes more than a hole.
Stuck in India, Kiwis charter their own plane
They have a plane, a plan and the money to pay for it, but they have waiting weeks for government approval.
Search for serial criminal
Wellington police are searching for 33-year-old Tarryn O'Sullivan, who has two warrants out for his arrest.
Body found after tramper goes missing
Police said they recovered the body of a man on Tuesday morning.
What Level 1 will look like
Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern has announced social distance rules will end at Alert Level 1 but borders will stay tightly controlled.
Money pit from demolition mishap
Concrete column dropped through an apartment roof causes more than a hole.
Retirement village dispute deepens
Metlifecare shareholders are to be asked to back legal action against Swedish investor.
Landlords get five-month extension
Investment properties have until end of 2020 to meet this year's Healthy Homes requirement.
Black lives matter in NZ too
OPINION: Those who claim race relations in the US have nothing to do with New Zealand are wrong.
Let's revive the CBD
Opinion: Let's not allow Wellington's CBD to become a ghost town, writes Dave Armstrong.
Hats off to the old gambler
OPINION: Things must be getting back to normal if Peters is up to his old tricks.
Silent spreaders still a mystery
OPINION: Silent Covid-19 cases could be what fuels a second wave of infections once lockdown restrictions ease off.
Which eBooks are Wellingtonians reading since lockdown?
The number of eBook and audiobook issues has increased by thousands since the Covid-19 lockdown - but which books are people favouring?
Kiwi revolutionised wine bars in London
Don Hewitson shook up and levelled the British wine bar scene.
Funding call for rest home concerts
A world-renowned organist is set to hit the road in the north island this month for a series of free concerts for the elderly, if funds can be raised.
Old photo prompts memories of 1970s Wellington bar
With sheepskin seat covers and mini skirts, the Woolshed was one of Wellington's first family restaurants.
Wairarapa and Hutt trains suspended
Train services to the Hutt Valley and Wairarapa have been replaced by buses because a signal failure could not be fixed overnight.
Which eBooks are Wellingtonians reading since lockdown?
The number of eBook and audiobook issues has increased by thousands since the Covid-19 lockdown - but which books are people favouring?
Signal fault halts Hutt trains
All trains between on the Hutt and Melling lines have been replaced by buses following a signal fault.
They call a converted shipping trawler home
Robert Baldock and Margie Petherick run Shipwreck Trading in Petone, refurbishing old marine parts for interiors, and return to their houseboat at night.
Jane's hope for Super Rugby crowds
Hurricanes assistant hopeful live rugby can provide a lift to Kiwis after pandemic.
Kiwi rider conquers 'Everest'
Mountainbiker burns whopping 17,000 calories during mammoth 24-hour lockdown challenge.
Club opens door to ABs stars
Club boss says Ma'a Nonu and the Bus, Julian Savea, would be just the ticket if the pair turned out for club rugby.
Cricket clubs to play for free
Cricket Wellington to wear a $300k cost to run competitions as they cut clubs a break.
Football fans urged to use common sense
Football ready for restart but spectators must follow the rules, says federation CEO.
