MOLLY HANCOCK captures the signs and slogans of the Wellington teachers strike.

Striking teachers say they’re happy to strike again if demands aren’t met. JAYDEN TAMARUA reports.

Primary school teachers are talking tough as they rally in their thousands for improved conditions. COURTNEY DAY reports:

Listen: Teacher says something has to change

LISTEN: The $20 payment is to help reduce heating costs throughout the winter.

Kaibosh fights back against food waste and food poverty with the help of the community. ABBY SINCLAIR PARKER reports

Kitten season in Wellington is ending, which causes a bigger demand for foster careers

Domestic online retail sales are growing at a faster pace than international, but all is not lost for in-store retail. JULIA STEEL reports.

Over 700 marine species are affected by plastic in our oceans. Courtney Day finds out how Wellington Zoo raises awareness.

People are departing New Zealand for overseas in the largest numbers since 2014 and Asia is increasingly attractive. NZ China Friendship national president Dave Bromwich talks to SAM ROBINSON about the trend of younger Kiwis moving to China for business opportunities.

The Renault French Festival’s French Village brought European expats, tourists and Kiwi Francophiles together. JULIA STEEL had a taste.

Wellington exercise studio Up Fitness uses spices up the traditional workout. Newswire reporter Molly Hancock takes a look.

Wellington locals gather with their dogs for the charity event Big Dog Walk With Lots of Dogs. Newswire reporter Nikita Rawnsley-Wratt joined in.

Kaibosh saves supermarket and cafe food for struggling communities. NICHOLAS HENDRICKS reports.

Some of the $872m in food Kiwis discard annually is find its way to good homes. BONNIE MOSEN reports

The daily Last Post ceremonies at Pukeahu end in November this year as the 100 year anniversary of WWI’s end approaches. NICHOLAS HENDRICKS reports.

Wellington IT worker and skateboarding advocate Chris Wood lived every skating boy’s dream. He talks to ANDREW BEVIN

The Wellington artist may have passed away but her daughter is ensuring her work lives on

Lower Hutt Mayor excited about safety for walkers and cyclists up Wainui Hill. COURTNEY DAY reports.

Coach Tim Mannix and co-captain Josh Southall talk to ZACHARY GRAHAM as their rugby season starts

As Palestinians die at Israel fence a Palestinian journalist shares stories in NZ

Neil Ieremia’s newest work will be shown in Porirua before touring the world. JAYDEN TAMARUA reports.

The humble cakery customises cakes everyone can enjoy.  BONNIE MOSEN takes a look.

The portrait group which meets in Karori welcomes all artists, and talks to JULIA STEEL.

Greer Samuel took audience, including dad, to dark places as abused child in lead role at BATS Theatre.

City Mission’s winter appeal with a caffeinated boost for low income families. SAM ROBINSON reports.

For Māori waka ama is steeped in culture, for others it is a sporting passion. ANDREW BEVIN reports.

Manager Miriama Royal will lose her cart in the campus foyer, and move into a plant-filled design. ABBY SINCLAIR-PARKER talks to her about the new space.

Lower Hutt musician grew up with piano and guitar and is now playing the computer

A flight from London to Auckland nearly ended in disaster. COURTNEY DAY sits down with a woman who was on the plane.

As pet dogs take to public transport, disability assistance dog handlers fear poorly behaved animals.

BONNIE MOSEN talks with trainers of guide dogs and officials about the issue.

Students leading project to get warm clothing to schools talk to NIKITA RAWNSLEY-WRATT

Two new theatres full of mix of professional and student performances. JAYDEN TAMARUA reports.

Blind Queenstown musician reflects on life, love, and music at 50 with BONNIE MOSEN

An artist’s body twisted into typefaces will accompany carving and jewellery at Te Auaha’s second exhibition.

The exhibition will showcase the work of tutors from Whitireia and WelTec’s creative programmes at the gallery on Dixon Street. NICHOLAS HENDRICKS reports.

After winning a court case against a company that didn’t comply with earthquake restrengthening orders the Lower Hutt City Council is making enforcement more urgent.

Macular degeneration almost blinded Susan Bradley – now she gets to bring cats to life artistically. She talks with COURTNEY DAY about her inspiration.

Vero’s early life marked by families living in fear, so she is happy to be in NZ

Wallabies fullback Israel Folau will likely be able to enter the country despite saying gay people were destined to go to hell.

State highway 2 just got a whole lot safer for cyclists.

The Hurricanes have made five changes ahead of their grudge match against the Lions in Wellington on Saturday.

A new 12,000 seat arena is on the cards for central Wellington.

For Māori waka ama is steeped in culture, for others it is a sporting passion. ANDREW BEVIN reports.

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

Chloe Syder hopes to use Te Auaha as a creative stepping stone to help pursue an artistic career

A futuristic pod will be used in training with a new NZQA qualification in NZ

Students at Te Auaha NZ Institute of Creativity are asked what difference the fees-free policy has made

Local Presbyterians are seeking community support as regional authorities act to close the premises. LEAH TEBBUTT reports.

Wellington Comedy Fest shows, musical events and more planned to be held in Te Auaha’s theatre spaces

Mojo coffee cart serves up cups of creativity to Te Auaha students. BONNIE MOSEN reports.

Former Colombian refugee Yibeth Morales Ayala relives her experience and gives her view on the refugee intake system. TOM CROSKERY reports.

Women’s side of the story is represented in Johnsonville’s heartfelt Anzac window display. Susan Bradley was moved by the story of her own great grandmother. COURTNEY DAY reports.

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

Eva McGauley gets her wish as Ministry of Social Development set to launch online messaging service. SAMUEL ROBINSON reports.

Constitution enthusiasm dampened by minister at launch of Palmer book

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

A new store in Johnsonville offers expats a taste of home and Kiwis a taste of adventure. BONNIE MOSEN takes a visit.

The harbourside community came together to mark 50 years since the tragedy.

ELI HILL reports on a class tasked with producing a show for the opening of their new campus in the heart of Wellington

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

Kiwi-born Moth’s close friend attended the Te Auaha opening. He talks with LAURA WILTSHIRE about her legacy

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

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

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

Close to 14,000 visitors are coming to Wellington this weekend, providing a $7.2 million boost for the local economy.

ANDREW BEVIN does the numbers, and finds a “mellow” crowd has helped.

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

LAURA WILTSHIRE talks to young women with Asperger’s Syndrome who represent the hidden numbers