Wellington Region

Police say a tramper rescued from the Tararua Ranges did everything right by using a distress beacon.

A 36-year-old man has appeared in the Lower Hutt District Court in relation to the fatal hit-and-run in Naenae last week.

Wellington City Council is set to consider how it would pay for the repair of the leaks during the current financial year.

A judge warned more than a decade ago that a man who held a weapon to a woman's throat last week was likely to unleash his anger at a partner in the future.

A landmark Wellington motorway once lauded for its green credentials is being investigated for its impact on streams, native fish and one of the country's most sensitive inlets.

Passengers trying to travel the seas between the North and South Islands may have their hopes dashed once again.

Biosecurity NZ discovered the American cat on board the Ovation of the Seas during a routine inspection.

Three people were at home when the toddler suffered critical injuries, but one month after his death and no arrests have been made.

Police said they were continuing to support Rani's family following her death.

Pito-one became Petone following colonial settlement in the 19th century, a misspelling of the area's traditional name. Now, it may change back.

A jury has been told the question of consent stands at the heart of a rape trial in Wellington District Court today.

Hundreds of people are queuing at Wellington and Auckland airports to rebook flights after low cloud in the capital led to mass cancellations.

Wellington Airport says at least 48 flights have been disrupted by low hanging cloud so far today.

Police have released the name of the man they fatally shot in Wainuiomata last week.

Wellington Airport is advising customers to check directly with their airlines for updates as low fog cancels 35 flights coming in and out of the capital.

Police have completed a scene examination at the house where a 19-year-old died on Friday morning.

In unrelated events, a woman was killed in a hit-and-run and a man was shot dead by police after holding his partner hostage on Thursday.

New gaming machines and venues will be banned in Porirua, in an attempt to reduce the city's high spending on gambling. Audio

Police have located the vehicle used in a fatal hit-and-run in Lower Hutt but are still urging the driver to come forward.

Police held extensive negotiations with a "highly agitated" man today before they shot him, Superintendent Corrie Parnell says.