Lyttelton port workers due to recommence negotiations with port company today

Wellington mayoral poll: One candidate holds commanding lead

Andrew Little's emergence as the frontrunner in the race comes after incumbent mayor Tory Whanau pulled out in April.

Shooting up candidate's hoarding 'beyond a step too far'

A resident said people were woken by up to seven gunshots just before 2am on Monday.

Hear me out - let me convince you to vote in the local elections

Only 42% of people voted in the last local elections, but your council is responsible for everything from traffic lights to bin collection.

Governor-General's term extended due to potential election clash

Dame Cindy Kiro's tenure was due to end on October 21, 2026, but will now end in March, 2027.