Wellington to ditch all non-electric buses
Wellington will replace all diesel buses across the region with electric buses within the next seven years.
Baches and a grass bank among those in line for Wellington heritage protection
The list includes 58 individual buildings, 10 “heritage areas”, and four heritage objects - as well as expanding some existing heritage areas.
Council considering loan scheme for owners of quake-prone buildings
The scheme would be available to building owners facing expensive and complex strengthening works, and is one of a number of options being investigated.
Passengers recount lightning strike
Passengers on the flight from Invercargill to Wellington heard a loud bang and saw sparks when the lightning struck.
All Blacks star's exit leaves Hurricanes light on experience at 9-10
The Hurricanes searched up and down the country to find a new No. 9 before settling on a halfback who originally left Wellington to further his professional rugby career.
30,000 sign petition urging Pharmac to fund inflammatory bowel disease medicine
Most people are diagnised with inflammatory bowel disease as teenagers, but if funded medicines don't work the only option is life-altering surgery.
Wellington grinds to a halt as two crashes cause gridlock
Thousands of Wellington commuters are facing gridlock and significant delays after a crash on SH2.
Uncapped All Black hungrier than ever to wear the black jersey
Hurricanes flanker Du'Plessis Kirifi is still waiting for his All Blacks debut after failing to take the field during the Tri-Nations.
James Cameron's businesses takes $150,000 in wage subsidies
Locals say Cameron's Wairarapa organic shop, for which he received $25,000 in subsidies, shows no sign of reopening.
Developer donates $1m to disability service provider, Hohepa Homes Trust
Hohepa will be doubling the size of its facility on the Kāpiti Coast after receiving a $1 million donation from philanthopist Mark Dunajtschik.
Doing some good with some good sandwiches
A Wellington charitable trust programme serves up meals at 12 schools, kōhanga reo and kindergartens, but needs help to continue its good work.
Relationship breakdown at potters' association over dildo workshop
A ceramic dildo-making workshop has resulted in a relationship breakdown in the senior ranks of a capital-based potters’ association.
Performance artist receives prestigious residency
Tongan-born Kalisolaite 'Uhila has received the $100,000 Harriet Friedlander residency, which is gifted every two years, and allows creatives to experience New York.
A foster care success story: From disobedience to head boy
Seven years after being taken away from his mother, Joe has been given a Prime Minister's award.
Public warned of tighter access to forest parks if privilege abused
The Ruahine Range is a favourite hunting and tramping ground in the central North Island, but entitled users have spoiled some privileged access.
Name suppression continued for man charged with bigamy
A man charged with bigamy has been remanded until February for further mental health assessments to be made.
Ground breaks on historic Levin housing development
Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern's visit marks the beginning of Tara-Ika, which will boast 2500 homes over 420 hectares.
Putting some numbers around construction's needs
Booming apprenticeships and projects prompt a revamp on forecasts.
Materials from recycled T-shirts could pave Wellington roads
The project is still in the early planning stages, but this New Zealand-made product is outperforming European alternative in tests.
Push for employees to have birthday off work
A man is petitioning Parliament for Kiwis to get an extra day's leave to celebrate their birthday.
Wellington Advent Calendar returns with new vouchers, new art
This year's illustrator Kate McGuinness made a splash on Instagram during lockdown with charming digital drawings of familiar Wellington scenes.
NZ's stance on Middle East should acknowledge changing realities
OPINION: Our new foreign minister should be wary of calls for rash, populist action.
It's true, you can't change the past
OPINION: Apologies to Māori won't rewrite history, but it's the first step towards working together to fix the future.
Declaration must be matched by action
OPINION: Declaring a situation an emergency is an indication to the wider public of the seriousness with which it is viewed.
China debases own standing with propagandist jab at Australia
OPINION: A faked image inflames an all-too-real tension.
Ordinary people victimised by fame
OPINION: ... had Boycott died I wouldn't have flung myself on his coffin. And by my teens, I'd spotted the clay-based composition of his feet.
Te Papa unveils accessible balustrades, gender-neutral bathrooms
The national museum of New Zealand has made itself more accessible with new glass balustrades and gender-neutral bathrooms.
Tutor wins rare drama scholarship to Manhattan
Wide-eyed, Ailise Beales picks up her washing basket, wondering if it’s the kind of thing she will have to pack away to Manhattan or leave behind.
Attitude Awards celebrate leaders, innovators and supporters
Meet the group of beer brewing change-makers, the mum supporting others online, and the blind radio extraordinaire.
Matt Elliott: How I write
Matt Elliott's 18th book, With the Wind Behind Us, is a celebration of the stories that gave New Zealand its legendary sailing reputation.
Converting 'exposure' into opportunities
Heather Galbraith looks at what those graduating with a creative arts degree during Covid-19 offer our future.
Gifts for foodies
SPONSORED: Find the perfect gift for your food-loving family and friends at these top local Wellington stores.
Attitude Awards celebrate leaders, innovators and supporters
Meet the group of beer brewing change-makers, the mum supporting others online, and the blind radio extraordinaire.
Doing some good with some good sandwiches
A Wellington charitable trust programme serves up meals at 12 schools, kōhanga reo and kindergartens, but needs help to continue its good work.
Matt Elliott: How I write
Matt Elliott's 18th book, With the Wind Behind Us, is a celebration of the stories that gave New Zealand its legendary sailing reputation.
Materials from recycled T-shirts could pave Wellington roads
The project is still in the early planning stages, but this New Zealand-made product is outperforming European alternative in tests.
All Blacks star's exit leaves Hurricanes light on experience at 9-10
The Hurricanes searched up and down the country to find a new No. 9 before settling on a halfback who originally left Wellington to further his professional rugby career.
Uncapped All Black hungrier than ever to wear the black jersey
Hurricanes flanker Du'Plessis Kirifi is still waiting for his All Blacks debut after failing to take the field during the Tri-Nations.
The wait is not over for new Wellington Phoenix marquee signing Tomer Hemed
The former Premier League striker must get through two weeks in managed isolation before he can report for pre-season training.
Final piece of the puzzle: Wellington Phoenix sign former Premier League striker
The Phoenix have received a shot of Premier League experience with the addition of Israeli international Tomer Hemed.
Canterbury debutant Sean Davey stars with six wickets
Former Northern Districts bowler shines in his first List A match for Canterbury, ripping apart Wellington with six wickets.
