Post-Covid-19 plans: Vic Uni to move more learning online after rocky year
7:35 PM Facing a big Covid-19 financial hole and lingering tensions over ditched restructure, Victoria University is look for a new way of doing business.
Police considered closing school after being alerted to online threats the night before
The threats prompted a lockdown at the school and a covert and overt surveillance operation by police.
Developer working to create houses for first home buyers
Adrian Chooi worked in a petrol station when he first arrived in New Zealand. Now he is working with an iwi collective to provide homes for the community he settled in.
After 10 hours, man emerges from Cook Strait hypothermic and victorious
After 22 years thinking about it, Brett Richardson completes one of the toughest ocean swims in the world.
Major health service shakeup fast-tracked — Little
New health minister says 'critical decisions' on recommended changes to New Zealand's creaking public health service will be made early next year.
Cricket Wellington dumps child exploitation image-accused Sir Ron Brierley
Former New Zealand cricketer John Morrison walked out of a meeting where it was confirmed the tycoon had been removed as a patron.
Teenager appears in youth court after school lockdown
The youth was charged with possession of a firearm and possession of ammunition.
Senior doctor deaths blamed on burnout and stress
Six senior doctors have taken their own lives in two years while patients across the country will be seeing overly-fatigued doctors “every weekend”, a union leader says.
Colour rules the runway for young designers
When designer Javier Anaras was given the colour Poppy as a starting point for a competition garment, inspiration struck immediately.
Wellington High student told school about online threats ahead of lockdown
Wellington High School went into lockdown for about an hour on Thursday morning after police said they received a “credible threat” on social media.
Housing problems can't be fixed with 'Stalinist, gothic monstrosities'
A former Member of Parliament says Wellington’s housing affordability issues will not be addressed by creating “'monstrosities” in Khandallah.
Huge new sanctuary for Kākāpō unanimously backed by council
Wellington is one step closer to welcoming these giant native parrots back on-shore. But who will shoulder the cost?
Burnouts in the underground car park triggers fire alarm evacuation at Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Smoke from someone doing burnouts in a car park beneath the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade forced bureaucrats on to the street.
Tramper's 'tormenting ordeal' huddled on a ledge for the night after 20m fall
Borderline hypothermic, hungry, injured and stuck in the fetal position on a small dry patch next to a waterfall, Billson Temanel focused on surviving.
Reforming death: The funeral sector tackles change as options grow
Water cremation: Have your body dissolved rather than burned.
2022 trial for Lois Tolley murder charges
Trial delayed for three men charged with murdering the Upper Hutt woman.
RSE worker exception welcomed, despite price tag
The horticulture industry has welcomed the decision to allow 2000 RSE workers in to the country but it will cost growers $6000 extra per worker.
Smartbanking hubs trialled as replacement for closing branches
Four small towns around New Zealand are getting fancy multi-bank ATM machines to see if they can fill the gap left by disappearing branches.
Housing problems can't be fixed with 'Stalinist, gothic monstrosities'
A former Member of Parliament says Wellington’s housing affordability issues will not be addressed by creating “'monstrosities” in Khandallah.
Century-old tobacco factory could make way for townhouses
There will be a mix of two and three-bedroom units targetted at the affordable housing market.
Mall owners ask council to allow development up to 18 storeys
Owners of an ailing mall in Wellington asked the council to allow a development of up to 18 storeys on the site as the city plans for its future housing.
New interactive makers market comes to Petone this weekend
Noticing a lack of enthusiasm and participation at makers markets in Wellington, young creative Dani Forde is taking matters into her own hands.
A silver lining out of this horrible year
OPINION: We never really talked properly about loneliness. At least that has changed in 2020.
We must always be vigilant about the terror threat
OPINION: It is vital that we learn from the Christchurch terror attack.
I'm not bothered by Wellington mayor's presence at protest
OPINION: Were we pretending that Foster doesn’t still oppose the Shelly Bay development? What would have given us that idea?
Time to ditch the sexist names on tracks and climbing routes
OPINION: Try googling Ginger Cougar and see if that’s something you’d like to explain to your 12-year-old.
Drug law reform is staying on the agenda
OPINION: We lost the referendum battle, but we'll win the war, writes Green MP Chlöe Swarbrick.
Events in the Wellington region this weekend, Nov 27-29
A market, arts trail, an orchestra family day and Christmas events, there’s lots on offer for all the family this weekend.
Artist Fiona Campbell on collating 100 penis prints
One hundred semi-anonymous penis prints have been put on show in a Wellington exhibition that challenges issues of male body shame and embarrassment.
Artist Star Gossage on impressionism and the unconscious realm
A series of dreamy impressionist paintings by wāhine Māori artist Star Gossage are set to dazzle at a new capital exhibition.
Broods singer to miss Wellington festival, stuck in US
Georgia Nott failed to book a place in managed isolation in time to perform at Downtown Shakedown festival.
Diversity shines through in BATS Christmas shows
In glorious form in sequins and boots, a rap is performed to audience hoots.
Three of the best Wellington bars to check out this weekend
In the capital this weekend and fancy a quick tipple? We have you covered.
Events in the Wellington region this weekend, Nov 27-29
A market, arts trail, an orchestra family day and Christmas events, there’s lots on offer for all the family this weekend.
Huge new sanctuary for Kākāpō unanimously backed by council
Wellington is one step closer to welcoming these giant native parrots back on-shore. But who will shoulder the cost?
Diversity shines through in BATS Christmas shows
In glorious form in sequins and boots, a rap is performed to audience hoots.
Women lighthouse keepers shine in new book
From the ancient Greek goddess Hestia to New Zealand’s only female head lighthouse keeper Mary Bennett, their stories are full of adventure.
Scots College scores partnership with Premier League club Tottenham Hotspur
English Premier League club Tottenham is teaming up with a Wellington secondary school in an attempt to unearth the next Ria Percival.
Wellington Phoenix play waiting game with Gary Hooper replacement
Ufuk Talay is hopeful his final transfer target will be signed, sealed, delivered before the start of the new A-League season.
European football debut 'a dream come true' for rising star Marko Stamenic
One of New Zealand's brightest young prospects gets first taste of professional football, less than three months after signing from Wellington's Western Suburbs.
Wollongong's WIN Stadium new temporary home for Wellington Phoenix
The Phoenix will kick off the 2020-21 A-League season away to Brisbane Roar on December 29 before playing their first game at their home away from home in round two.
Super Rugby: BOP halfback Luke Campbell set for Hurricanes homecoming
Perenara's sabbatical and Booth's injury leave a big gap, and former schoolboy star is front of the queue.
