Wellington Region
'Triple-whammy' for Wellington hospitality sector as public service shrinks
Ministries and agencies are looking to axe jobs to meet the government's demand to trim budgets, and most of those will be in the capital.
Public sector job cuts 'misguided' - union
The latest job cuts to government agencies are misguided, the leader of New Zealand's largest trade union says, and will result in declines in services.
'The vibes are very sad': Pessimistic health ministry worker eyes move overseas
A public servant forced to reapply for her role says competition in the job market means she will look for better opportunities overseas.
Porirua glass recycling may be kicked back to kerb
People once put out bottles and jars out knowing they'd go toward making new containers, but these days it is all going to use at the local landfill instead. Audio
Watch: 'Joyful' start to day as Orca arrive in harbour
Three orca have been swimming close to shore at Wellington's Oriental Bay.
Scarce Wellington jobs have people looking elsewhere
Some say they have already been struggling to find work, even before an influx of redundant public sector workers.
Govt job losses 'uncomfortable in the short term' - Minister
Job losses in the public sector are "unfortunate" but the government has to ensure agencies are exercising restraint, Minister of Employment Louise Upston says. Audio
Future of Wellington public art gallery uncertain
The fate of Wellington's City Gallery, a leading public contemporary art venue, hangs in uncertainty.
Hundreds of pests caught travelling along Transmission Gully
The deaths have sparked concerns the road is becoming a pest highway.
In pictures: Te Ara Tupua pathway taking shape
Work is well underway on the Te Ara Tupua shared pathway which will link up Wellington and Lower Hutt.
'Chipping and snipping' rules come in for Hutt cats
Cats living in Lower Hutt must now be desexed and microchipped under a new bylaw.
Ōtaki fire largely contained but building destroyed
The building has been reduced to its frame, a witness says, as crews battle the third fire in the Kāpiti town this past week.
Lower Hutt sibling abuse case: Accused pair plead not guilty
Both the accused, including their mother, were granted name suppression to protect the children's identities.
Rejig for big Lower Hutt infrastructure project after cost blowout
Responsibility for the RiverLink project is being broken up in a move officials say is in the best interest of ratepayers.
Wellington train services to be disrupted over Easter for 'highly invasive' maintenance
An official says the closures are necessary to ensure a more resilient network system.
Solar power producer raises $6m for new solar farms
The community-scale farms will produce 18 megawatts of energy, enough to power nearly 4000 homes.
Arrests made after Lower Hutt siblings hospitalised with severe injuries
The man and woman in their 20s are facing a raft of charges, and will appear in court today.
Drought declaration unlocks support for some North Island farmers, growers
Extremely dry conditions affecting North Island farms are not expected to improve in the short-term, the Minister of Agriculture says.
Easter weather: Chilly Good Friday on the cards
The cold snap has brought the first snow of the year to Otago's Cardrona ski field. Audio
Lower Hutt long-term plan, with 16.9% rates hike, out for consultation
Lower Hutt residents will be able to have their say on Hutt City Council's long-term plan from next Tuesday.