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Free fares for bus-replaced train services long time coming - councillor
The route between the capital and Masterton has been plagued by issues for the first half of this year.
Council demands answers over Wairarapa rail disruptions
"We're just seeing continual pain day in, day out."
'The new gateway': All go on new $824 million highway
Eight years after the Manawatū Gorge Road closed, its replacement is open to the public
'It's a great loss': Elderly man dies in Upper Hutt house fire
Neighbours had expressed concern for the man because he could barely walk.
Fourth person charged with manslaughter over fatal Loafers Lodge fire
The charges follow a two-year police investigation.
Manslaughter charges after Loafers Lodge fire a rare case, building inspector says
Meanwhile, an advocate for residents who survived the blaze hopes the charges bring some closure for the survivors.
Hutt, Porirua councils put Wellington super city back on the table
The idea combines the Wellington region's councils into one large entity.
Lyall Bay to get makeover as Wellington Airport buys property
The airport is planning to buy four pieces of beachfront property with the aim of upgrading community facilities and driving up foot traffic.
Transmission Gully's speed limit could increase to 110km/h
Public consultation has begun and will last six weeks.
Seaview stench could return during critical sewage treatment works
Wellington Water is warning of the potential for increased odour with work starting next week.
Transdev threatened to axe hundreds of Wellington trains over stoush with regional council
The train operator wanted the council to compensate it for increased leave payouts following law changes.
'Warm inviting space' Porirua soup kitchen helping homeless
E Kai served up its first meal of hot soup on a chilly, windy Monday evening. Audio
Wellington councillors vote to save beloved community assets
Khandallah swimming pool and the Begonia House will be saved, while the cycle lane budget is cut.
Future of Wellington's Begonia House, cycleways to be decided
Councillors will also vote on how much money to put towards Khandallah Pool and the city's notorious water infrastructure.
Aratere's retirement: Lobby group members raise red flags
The ferry fleet will be one ship down with the Aratere to retire by the end of August. Audio
Aratere to be retired by end of August
KiwiRail is warning of job cuts and that passenger and freight capacity will take a hit.
Andrew Little launches Wellington mayoral campaign
The former Labour leader and president has the backing of the Labour Party and says he's ready to do the hard work.
Loafers Lodge: Survivors reluctant to revisit scene of traumatic event
The fatal Wellington boarding house fire in 2023 killed five and left many others homeless. Audio
Greens promise free doctor visits, childcare and a list of new taxes
The party's alternative Budget also includes an "income guarantee" of at least $395 a week but would see government debt climbing for years.
Wellington mayoral race: Who wants the top job?
Andrew Little is a high profile entrant in the battle for the capital's mayoral chains - so who are the other contenders?
Kiwirail reveals $500 million spent on axed Cook Strait ferry project
The costs included procurement and design of the replacements, terminals design and consenting, and early construction work.
Six shipbuilders shortlisted to deliver new Cook Strait ferries
Ferry Holdings Limited was created by the government to lead contractual negotiations with shipyards and ports.
'Simple, neat and wrong': ACT calls for social media ban inquiry
The proposed law would require online age verification.
Wellingtonians count cost of weekend without power following storm
Wellington Electricity chief executive Greg Skelton believed his company's response had been fantastic.
Rail freight less viable without Aratere, critics say
Interislander's only rail-enabled ferry will be taken out of service this year to make way for the construction of new port infrastructure.
