Museum rolls out guide in sign language
8:00 PM Theresa Cooper knows what its like to enter a museum and not be able to properly engage with or understand much of the work on display.
Wellington cafe institution closes its doors
7:51 PM After more than 30 years serving everyone from “prime ministers to bums”, Wellington coffee institution Espressoholic has closed its doors.
Former councillor revealed secret proposals
Hutt City gets interim injunction over social media posts of staffing "disestablishments".
Gordon Wilson flats 'symbol of Wellington's problems'
Nicola Willis says the now heritage listed Gordon Wilson flats should be demolished to make way for new housing.
Auditor-general called in again over surprise announcements from Wellington Mayor
Mayor Andy Foster is accused - in the third complaint to the auditor-general - of mingling with Chinese leaders before announcing he wanted to cut funding for their garden.
Laughing man flees police in socks and handcuffs
A witness described a man running from police in his socks and handcuffs in Wellington after being arrested.
When is a lounge also a bedroom?
A group of Wellington students signed a $1040 per week lease, only to find one of the bedrooms was also the lounge.
Women angry at gym's handling of sexual assault complaints: 'I feel like we've lost'
Two Wellington women have spoken out about their months-long battle with a gym they worked at after complaining a trainer had sexually assaulted them.
Fale Malae looking for new site after consent uncertainty
Plans for a fale malae in the heart of Wellington’s parliamentary precinct have shifted due to insurmountable issues and potentially excessive costs.
Mysterious, egg-shaped capsule helps create conversation on Covid-19
EggFruit is a mobile recording booth where anyone can share their thoughts and exchange opinions on the Covid-19 pandemic.
Foster criticised for keeping councillors in the dark over independent review
Wellington mayor wants councillors to work together, but things have got off to a bad start.
Another cyclist death on Wellington's SH 2 'only a matter of time'
Cyclists who travel along the stretch of road where a cyclist was killed by a distracted driver say too many motorists use their phones on the route.
Three Wellington sites added to the heritage list
The closed library and Gordon Wilson Flats are on the list, as well as the Wellington Trades Hall.
Diver jailed for taking 50 pāua from Wellington marine reserve
When a member of the public approached Carl Patterson after he got out of the water he dropped his catch-bag and left the beach. But he was still caught.
Man convicted of murdering paedophile on the run four months after parole
Aubrey Harrison was convicted over the 2007 murder of convicted paedophile Glen Stinson.
Coroner challenged over Shoebridge case
Mother wants review of inquiry into daughter's death after MSD wrongly alleged fraud.
Mountain biker flown to Christchurch for after accident
A Masterton mountain biker was fortunate to have people around him who knew how to take potential spinal injuries seriously.
Backbencher pub founder calls time
Veteran Wellington publican and brewer Russel Scott is selling his pub businesses.
KiwiRail's longest serving employee, aged 76, celebrates 60 years on the job
Keith Turuwhenua is KiwiRail's longest-serving current employee, and one of only a handful of staff aged over 75. After 60 years he says "it’s like a birthday, just getting up and going to work".
House building gets more expensive
Modest increases in building costs might not stay that way for long.
'I'm terrified': Evicted tenants fear homelessness
The day before tenancy eviction laws changed, Nikki Prier and her son were given notice to move out. Now they are worried they'll be homeless in 90 days' time.
Council appeals hotel strengthening case
A heritage, but earthquake-prone, Wellington hotel is test case for council's powers.
Clothes shaming feeds rape culture
OPINION: Clothes do not maketh man, but apparently they still make women victims.
All wrongdoing should fit the Whistleblowers' Bill
OPINION: People fear that if they do the right thing and out the wrongdoing, they and their careers will be the collateral damage.
Limited progress on child poverty, but it's not on track yet
EDITORIAL: We still have inequalities heaped on miseries.
Farmers and dirty councils have stolen waterways from us
OPINION: Geographic taonga and awe-inspiring waterfalls have been reduced to open sewers.
Nitrates in our water - the doubts remain alarming
EDITORIAL: The case isn't proven, but we can't rest easy without knowing more.
Museum rolls out guide in sign language
Theresa Cooper knows what its like to enter a museum and not be able to properly engage with or understand much of the work on display.
Fale Malae looking for new site after consent uncertainty
Plans for a fale malae in the heart of Wellington’s parliamentary precinct have shifted due to insurmountable issues and potentially excessive costs.
Mysterious, egg-shaped capsule helps create conversation on Covid-19
EggFruit is a mobile recording booth where anyone can share their thoughts and exchange opinions on the Covid-19 pandemic.
Hope for a generation
Tumuaki/Director of Toi Whakaari New Zealand’s drama school Tanea Heke on what drama students can achieve.
Fringe Festival: Powerful satire tackles tough topic
With an inherent charm, Jamie McCaskill brings to life his characters and their surroundings, drawing you into the world he wants to share.
Wellington cafe institution closes its doors
After more than 30 years serving everyone from “prime ministers to bums”, Wellington coffee institution Espressoholic has closed its doors.
Hope for a generation
Tumuaki/Director of Toi Whakaari New Zealand’s drama school Tanea Heke on what drama students can achieve.
Fringe Festival: Powerful satire tackles tough topic
With an inherent charm, Jamie McCaskill brings to life his characters and their surroundings, drawing you into the world he wants to share.
Beer, dogs and surf: Why you should visit Wellington's beach suburb escape
Lyall Bay is perfect if you need a break from the bustle of the capital's inner city.
How I write: Margaret Austin
The poet rejoices in a wall of real books in her home. "And I refuse to insult literature by peering at it onscreen".
Mountain biker flown to Christchurch for after accident
A Masterton mountain biker was fortunate to have people around him who knew how to take potential spinal injuries seriously.
Number 11 Bus to the stadium: Julian Savea returns to Hurricanes starting side
Coach insists crowd favourite had to work overtime to prove himself, and edge out Salesi Rayasi.
Ufuk Talay irked by Wellington Phoenix's failings at both ends of the pitch
If the A-League dished out awards for failing to convert chances and conceding soft goals, Phoenix coach Ufuk Talay says his struggling team would win them both.
Louis Fenton's next goal: Become A-League's best right-back
Louis Fenton believes he can cut it as one the best fullbacks in the A-League after making a goal-scoring return to the Phoenix starting lineup.
Super Rugby preview: Strong Canes squad, but Perenara's absence the major test
New skipper Ardie Savea leads a powerhouse lineup but jerseys 9 and 10 provide coach's biggest challenge.
