Stories by Nick James
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Cyclone-hit regions banking on a busy summer as Kiwis hit the road
Roading authorities are working hard to prepare New Zealand drivers for their road trips as popular holiday spots pin their hopes on a stellar summer.
Battle on to stop pests using Transmission Gully to get to Wellington
Greater Wellington Regional Council wants government funding to put the brakes on pests using Transmission Gully to attack adult kiwi birds.
Wellington councils could face penalties over water limit breaches
Wellington councils which take more water than they are allowed under their resource consents could be penalised in the future.
Five Wellington councillors breached code of conduct, investigation finds
An investigation ordered by Wellington Mayor Tory Whanau has found five councillors breached the council's code of conduct regarding a publicly excluded briefing on the Courtenay Place Precinct.
Wellington mayor Tory Whanau admits alcohol problem
She's admitted having a drinking problem after another incident of drunken behaviour in public and says she's since sought professional help.
Summer water restrictions: Wellington businesses want early comms
Wellington businesses are waiting on what water restrictions might mean for them this summer.