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Tim Trengrove, from Predator Free Northland, wants traps in every backyard and council help.

Photographer wants drone buyers licenced so because laws penalise responsible professionals

School which survived closure threat makes it to centenary with plenty of stories

Wellington Harbourside market continues to draw in large crowds. SAMUEL ROBINSON took a look.

Captain Alyssa Best, coach Alistair McDonald reflect on teamwork and mental strength

Constitution enthusiasm dampened by minister at launch of Palmer book

Wellington’s creative community recognised in website standing – and you can cast a vote

Wellington rabbit owners should ensure their animals are vaccinated against the RHDV1 virus

A new store in Johnsonville offers expats a taste of home and Kiwis a taste of adventure.

A discussion on climate change emphasises the need for better public transport . BRONTE WILSON reports.

Solway Primary School’s new Principal steers school into 21st century learning

Locals need to get used to leaving cars home as council pushes more laneway projects

Snapper on all services, bike carriers, lower prices for students, and more bus-only lanes are wanted

A pro-monarchy group says we would be giving up one of the most stable forms of democracy

Kiwi’s working for living wage accredited employers will receive and extra 35c an hour from September

Enrollments projected to climb into thousands with its free course

The Māori electoral option determines which electoral roll they’ll be on for the next two General Elections

Illegal protest posters go up same day defence boss Keating steps down

Parliamentary vote puts anti-blasphemy law over the first hurdle

Students pressure the Government to stop oil exploration. BRONTE WILSON reports.

CubaDupa has attracted festival-goers from around the country, including the Waugh family. Zac Graham reports on the start of day one in Wellington.

CubaDupa crowds pouring through Te Auaha got a glimpse into the creative world of make-up artistry

Justin Lester dressed up to promote CubaDupa thanks to make-up artistry tutors from Te Auaha

Explorer and serial adventurer, Brando Yelavich will be one of two kiwis attempting the crossing in May.

Wellington Chamber of Commerce says it is offering courses because Te Reo important for business

People have their heads shaved in shop window to raise money and awareness for leukaemia, blood

Zena Campbell was remembered at a vigil in the city as AIMEE EASTWOOD reports.

Kiwis recognise World Water Day but is our water worth celebrating? BRONTE WILSON reports.

Circus is one of several degree programmes at Te Auaha as Sarah McMullan reports.

International and local icons share space in 4000-square-metre Toi Art

Police look to improve the uneasy relationship with the rainbow community. AIMEE EASTWOOD reports.

A global altruism movement sets up in Wellington. BRONTE WILSON reports.

New Zealand’s cultural capital has a new Institute of Creativity . LAURA WILTSHIRE reports.

Almost 10,000 people sign petition to save popular bus service. ELI HILL reports.

The brand new Te Auaha Institute of Creativity officially opened on Monday night as BLAIR MOCKETT reports

Potential home buyers need to block out all the noise they hear in the media and just keep going

Homelessness predicted to rise as wage and housing cost gap widens

Children in poverty are a stark reminder our growing economy is no indicator the country is doing well.

The Salvation Army’s State of the Nation report throws up horrifying meth statistics.

Salvation Army report cards says rental costs are outstripping incomes for everyone

The economy can be ok, but have issues on some areas, says Shamubeel Equab.

Kiwi housing issues mean tenants have to be looked after legally, says Renters United.

Housing expected to take second public hit this week in Salvation Army report.

A soothing flashmob gently hits the capital’s harbor front to focus on mindful leadership

The Salvation Army releases it’s tenth State of The Nation report in Wellington tomorrow.

New building breaks monopoly on Johnsonville commercial real estate, says community leader

Law professor offers pro bono appeal so parents can get the baby name they want.

New Zealand’s successful rocket launch has piqued interest in space science here.

WATCH: Thousands of people in Johnsonville turned out to watch Santa and his band of elves at the annual Christmas parade.

Forty-year-old street fair delivers the goods as a local school fundraiser

Defeat to Melbourne Victory continues run of second half defensive lapses

Wellington’s funniest come together for awards ceremony. Bronte Wilson reports.

Wellington’s funniest gathered for The Wellies Comedy Award Show. BRONTE WILSON reports.

Smiles, splashes and pride aplenty in Kilbirnie pool. AIMEE EASTWOOD reports.

Wellingtons newest sports venue officially opened this week in Kilbirnie. BLAIR MOCKETT reports.

Ans Westra’s Kiwi photo history on display at Suite Gallery on Cuba Street

Wellington’s rental housing sector is in for a rough year and no-one’s surprised. SAPEER MAYRON reports.

A scenic zip line on Hawkins Hill may be a new tourist attraction for Wellington

Pressure on food banks is mounting in Wellington as rents continue to rise. AIMEE EASTWOOD reports

Wellington’s Zinefest proved popular as ever with enthusiasts filling the hall. SAPEER MAYRON reports.

JustSpeak and veteran justice campaigner Moana Jackson excited by prisons review

Dunedin comes up with idea of Wellington organising national body, but didn’t ask anyone in capital

The SPCA of Wellington survives on volunteer help. LAURA WILTSHIRE visited and documented some of their work.

New Zealand’s football capital dresses in All White for World Cup Qualifier. THOMAS AIREY follows the crowd to the Westpac Stadium.

Traditional Indian festival lights up Wellington waterfront. THOMAS CROSKERY captures the event in photos.

The digital age is bring art collectors and artists together more easily.

Wellington’s Zinefest proved popular as ever with enthusiasts filling the hall. SAPEER MAYRON reports.

Wellington’s leaders in sustainability came together last night to share their organisation initiatives.

Hunting is very much part of New Zealand culture. ELIJAH HILL joins a pig hunt excursion.

Wellington’s Cable Car has been hauling people up up to Kelburn for 115 years. Thomas Croskery reports.

Could it be a sign of things to come? A busy first week for the new parliament ends with a Raucous Caucus.

Twilight tours introduced over summer at Zealandia. ISOBELLE TOLLEMACHE reports.

Cultural divide in Aotearoa inspires thought-provoking art. ISOBELLE TOLLEMACHE reports.

SPCA annual appeal time, and Sarah McMullan tracked down a boy in 1955 photo

The public gathered on the grounds of Parliament for Governor General Dame Patsy Reedy’s arrival.

Locals turn out to hear expressway plans at Te Horo meeting, and economic benefits are being hailed

Consultation about to close on the latest cycleway plan from Oriental Bay to Miramar

Wellington’s Stitch’n’Bitch group is helping revive an interest in knitting, and many of them are younger

Killer Kiwi horror films are in the spotlight thanks to a collaboration with NZ On Air

Waterfront Watch hopes submissions are impartial and independent, but many in favour are from outside city