Wellington Region
Blaze at Lower Hutt metal recycling company
Toxic smoke from a fire at Seaview firm Macaulay Metals forced the evacuation of nearby businesses and closed a road.
Regional Council says revised capital bus service will improve
Another six months was probably needed in order to successfully introduce radical changes to Wellington's bus network, according to the Regional Council.
Commuters left frustrated at upheaval to capital's bus routes
Some buses were a no-show or ran late on the first rush hour test of radical changes to Wellington's network, prompting many commuters to wait. Audio
25 jobs could go in Te Papa restructure
Public outcry is building after details of a restructure at Te Papa were revealed. Up to 25 jobs could go if the proposed shake-up goes ahead as outlined. Audio
Wellington commuters vent as all bus routes change
Wellington commuters have been venting their frustration after what is being described as the biggest ever changes to the capital's bus network. Video, Audio
Wellington bus chaos
Many Wellington bus passengers have been left furious today after a new bus service provider and other changes left many people stranded. Audio
Jobs on the line at Te Papa, document leak reveals
Staff at Te Papa are shocked by a proposal to restructure the national museum again. Audio
Wgtn's Ethiopian community celebrates 'history in making'
Wellington's Ethiopian community usually come together in times of turmoil, but last night they met to celebrate their new leader and the end of conflict in their home country.
Songs of Moana with Te Vaka and Orchestra Wellington at the Michael Fowler Centre
Eight-year-old Yaya Alley reviews the sold-out live show Songs of Moana at Wellington's Michael Fowler Centre on the weekend.
Wellington buses hit new routes, timetables
Wellington's new bus fleet hit the streets yesterday but its first true test will come this morning during the peak hour commute. asterton-based Tranzit Group took over the lion's share of… Audio
Kāpiti Expressway may need further work done
The Kāpiti Expressway, which opened in February last year, may have 49 kilometres of lane work that needs replacing.
Insight: Facing down loneliness for NZ's ageing population
With the UK having recently appointed a Minister of loneliness, Sally Round takes a look what can be done in New Zealand to address the problem, which will likely balloon as the population ages. Video, Audio
Wellington cathedral shuts over quake safety concerns
Concerns about earthquake risk have forced the immediate closure of a prominent Catholic cathedral in central Wellington.
Finding Wellington's next big designer
Fashion a can be a tough industry to crack, especially in New Zealand. But a new project aims to provide the time, space, and mentorship for budding Wellington designers to create a collection and… Audio, Gallery
Who is stealing Nikau Palm trees in Wellington?
A keen gardener is being blamed for the theft of several Nikau Palm trees from a Wellington nature reserve.
Firefighters battle large blaze on Kāpiti Coast
Firefighters are battling a massive house fire on the Kāpiti Coast, north of Wellington.
Visiting whale a 'sign' - Wellington kaumātua
The whale in Wellington's harbour is a good sign for the Māori New Year, says a Wellington kaumātua. Video
Karen Walker - 'The gatekeepers have gone.'
In this final episode of My Heels Are Killing Me for Season 4, Karen Walker talks to Sonia Sly in front of a live audience at the Dunedin Public Art Gallery about nurturing new talent, the… Audio
The Duke of Whale-ington versus the fireworks
The southern right whale in Wellington Harbour may mean the postponement of the fireworks show for Matariki. Audio
Matariki fireworks postponed due to whale visit
Wellington's Matariki fireworks display has been postponed until next weekend due to the presence of a southern right whale in the harbour. Video
