Wellington Region
Person found dead after jump from Wellington Harbour crane
They were found by the police dive squad about two hours after the incident was reported.
Second unexplained death: Police activity unusual in quiet area, resident says
A resident of a quiet Wellington cul-de-sac where police are investigating an unexplained death says it's been "scary" for neighbours.
Wellington may move to level 3 water restrictions
The region may have to tighten water use rules even further in the next two weeks.
Unimpressed penguin found wandering on Wellington Airport runway
Wellington Airport wildlife officer Jack Howarth said the kororā, which had to be rescued, was in a less-than-impressed mood.
Water main blows in Wellington: 'It must've scared the hell out of them'
Two teens were walking along a pavement when a leaking main "blew underneath them", a resident says. Audio
Person's death in Tawa unexplained, police at scene
Emergency services were called to a property in the Wellington suburb shortly before midnight on Tuesday.
Houghton Bay residents may spend night without water
Residents in the Wellington suburb of Houghton Bay could be without water into the early hours of the morning following a burst pipe.
Upper Hutt, Wellington mayors to meet with Simeon Brown over water woes
On Friday, Brown said he was disappointed in Wellington and Upper Hutt councils for failing to provide crucial information.
Owners frustrated after Wellington garden centre broken into twice over long weekend
A Wellington garden centre has been broken into twice over the long weekend, leaving the owners feeling uneasy and frustrated.
'Serious concerns' about councils' ability to manage water issues - Minister
The Local Government Minister says he has "serious concerns" about Wellington and Upper Hutt councils ability to manage water shortage and leakage issues. Audio
Brown disappointed councils failed to provide information on Wellington water issues
The Local Government Minister says he is disappointed in Wellington and Upper Hutt councils for failing to provide information on how they were dealing with water leakage and shortage issues in the…
'Porirua has ram-raided me and stolen my heart'
Relaxing at Titahi Bay, catching up with old friends and family, playing Housie or spotting supermarket trolleys in the harbour - going back home to Porirua is always a good time for RNZ's Corey…
What's in store for weather on the North Island this week
Temperatures in the Hutt Valley are expected to rise to 27.
Religious garments stolen from Wellington church returned with apology note
After a desperate public plea, precious religious garments stolen from a Wellington church have been returned - complete with an apology note.
Priest's 'sanctified' robe and hat stolen from Wellington church
A church in Wellington is reeling from the theft of precious religious garments from its temple.
Bus blocks highway after medical emergency in Wellington
All northbound lanes on the Wellington urban motorway are open after a Metlink driver had a medical event and stopped on the road.
'We have enough water': Kāpiti Coast well placed in contrast to Wellington's woes
Kāpiti Coast District Council is crediting its prudent investment in water meters and infrastructure for keeping the taps flowing freely this summer.
'Not justifiable': Surcharge on taxi trip shocks passenger
The commerce commission says it's "disappointed" with a taxi company applying a 26 percent card surcharge. Audio
How to keep your garden alive during Wellington's water restrictions
A Wellington garden centre says customers are concerned about how their gardens will fare as the region faces stricter water restrictions this summer.
Wellington enters level 2 water restrictions
But residents have mixed views on how they plan to conserve water.
