Wellington Region
Ombudsman to probe CCOs on information processes
The chief ombudsman for the first time will investigate how Wellington Water and Auckland Transport handle official information.
Wellington's The Hudson to close next month for refurbishments
A staff member confirmed it will close for refurbishments and reopen sometime next year.
Preparing for the big one: Wellington residents act out quake scenario
Wellington's emergency management has been working with communities to ready them for the big one - the quake and subsequent tsunami that will turn towns, cities and lives upside down.
Private group cleared to use cameras to identify plates on Transmission Gully
A private consortium has been given the green light to run motorway cameras to identify drivers' number plates and vehicle type to uphold a commercial contract. Audio
Government denies Wellington dying as construction adds to store woes
As more businesses shut their doors, stores in part of the CBD are contending with road closures for construction work on council buildings. Audio
Sewage doesn't put MP off swimming in Wellington Harbour
Asked if he would swim in the harbour if there was sewage, Greg O'Connor said: "Yeah, I do." But Chris Hipkins said he "probably" would not.
Petrochemicals illegally dumped in Hutt Valley wastewater
An investigation has been launched into large quantities of highly flammable chemicals found in petrol and paint being illegally dumped down sewerage pipes in the Hutt Valley.
Wellington public transport: $134m shortfall in funding - council
Wellington transport fares could go up - while bus, train and ferry services could be cut back - due to a lack of government investment, according to council claims.
How a Wellington real estate agent lost $200,000
A 2020 new build proved to be an expensive mistake.
'We can't land this thing': Flight to Wellington hit by hydraulics problem
The Air New Zealand flight from Auckland to Wellington needed a longer runway than was available in the capital.
KiwiRail sentenced for ferry losing power in Cook Strait
KiwiRail has been forced to pay $432,500 after being found guilty of exposing passengers to risk.
Councils' credit ratings downgraded over debt, rising costs
A reduced rating will mean higher borrowing costs for two major city councils.
Community-focus helps Wellington venues deal with tough times - hospo group
A hospitality group says Wellington businesses are suffering from the effects of a decline in foot traffic, and customers with less money to spend.
Two arrested after crashing into police car, stealing another car
The pair then stole a member of the public's car and took off on Transmission Gully.
Porirua Women's Refuge diverted funding to new charity
The board of Whare Manaaki Porirua Women's Refuge took legal advice after the request to transfer "a significant sum of money" to the Porirua Women & Family Centre.
Another three shops in central Wellington close
A note in the store window of Pandoro Wellington said it had become too tough to keep its three bakeries open.
Wellington Water announces new CEO
Wellington Water has announced Pat Dougherty as its chief executive after Tonia Haskell resigned last month.
Wellington water usage heading in the right direction, but restrictions still loom
Wellington region mayors are warning residents to conserve water where possible this summer, despite positive usage modelling. Audio
Crown not liable for paying $450k damages to 'Cuba Street kisser'
The Court of Appeal set aside a High Court ruling which saw Daniel Clinton Fitzgerald awarded damages for an unfair sentence.
Blame government for costs of Māori ward vote, mayor says
A deputy mayor says she its disappointed the council has been forced to relitigate decisions it made last year.