Latest Wellington news
Driver allegedly smashes into three cars, ploughs into child's bedroom
Emergency services were alerted to the accident around 10pm
Wellington rates to jump another $3k: See what you'll be paying by 2028
Wellington households on average saw their rates bill jump by $1000 or 21% this year.
Persistence pays off for returning running star
Mia Thomson impresses in cross-country run.
KiwiRail to be sentenced for Kaitaki mayday; how the ferry narrowly avoided disaster
More than 800 people were on board when the ship declared a mayday last year.
Expectant mums to share rooms at Wellington hospital as labour induced
Pipes in every sink and shower in the hospital’s maternity department need to be replaced.
Teen who lost leg after being hit by skidding car shares new reality
The driver offered to give CJ the car he hit him with - but police impounded it.
Promise to begin new tunnel this term in doubt
Govt has delayed second Mt Vic tunnel while it investigates a bigger one.
Artist returns from successful London show
'It felt utterly amazing,' says Waikanae artist Hamish Macaulay.
New festival to attract book lovers and writers
The festival launches in August next year.
Iconic stamp and coin business celebrates key milestone
It's the largest stamp and coin dealership in New Zealand.
Three Wellington cafes closing today, more than 20 staff losing their jobs
It's the latest in a string of hospitality and retail closures in the capital.
College principal's looming retirement marks end of an era
Kāpiti College principal Tony Kane is stepping down.
Taste of democracy revealed: Hawke’s Bay big winner in new Parliament wine contract
Four of the seven chosen wines come from Hawke's Bay.
MSD cuts funding for charity working with emergency housing tenants
Emerge Aotearoa provides support for families in emergency housing.
'Generation chair' splits Kāpiti's future: A call for climate action in council
The chair is split down the middle to represent action versus inaction.
Renowned organist Martin Setchell to perform in Waikanae next month
Setchell to play Bach, Handel, Guilmant, Fauré, and light-hearted opera and film music.
Editorial: Dream of a long tunnel well and truly alive for Wellington
The Transport Minister blasted 'phantom projects' while holding firm to one of his own.
Zero waste hub diverts tonnes of material from landfill
Twenty-two tonnes have been saved so far.
Stunning black lip oyster carvings feature in new shop
The jewellery is by renowned carver Tokerau Jim.
Raumati wins top award for engaging with communities at LGNZ ceremony
The Ōtaki, Waikanae, and Raumati community boards were all finalists.
Agent who sold Jason Statham's Kiwi crib for $17m reveals secrets of NZ's luxury market
Bayleys' Sarah Liu on dealing with high-net-worth homeowners.
Vibrations damage homeowner's property - and the insurer is ignoring the claim
Experts warn Kiwis over policy exclusions.
Car news & advice
2025 Volvo XC90 facelift brings new tech and hybrid efficiency
Substantial upgrades in technology, performance and safety.
Scout Motors confirms October 24 reveal for new EV models
Revival for character-filled VW 4x4 brand after 44 years off the market.
BMW enlists Toyota's help for 2028 hydrogen-powered SUV
Brand’s first hydrogen-powered production vehicle likely based on next-gen X5.
More Wellington news
Community rallies to support kaumātua's cancer treatment
Givealittle page raises more than $25,000 for Karl Farrell's medicine.
Kāpiti honours local heroes at community awards
The awards celebrate the local legends who serve the community.