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

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.

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

British High Commissioner wants more diversity in diplomacy, and LAURA WILTSHIRE finds she’s leading by example

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.

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

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

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

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.

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

How does a Pākeha become a respected kaumātua? LAURA WILTSHIRE visits the marae her great grandfather helped create.

An $8.50 drug testing strip could save your life now that one of the world’s most deadly drugs has turned up in New Zealand’s illicit market.

However police are against the kits marketed by Know Your Stuff. LAURA WILTSHIRE reports.

The Highlanders unbeaten run was ended this weekend when they went down to the Hurricanes 29-12 in Wellington.

The Hurricanes are on a roll with three straight wins after they defeated the Highlanders in Wellington 29-12.

With Auckland hitting back at the claim Wellington City Council in its latest long term draft that “Wellington is known as the culture capital of New Zealand”, the debate is not going away. So SAM ROBINSON asks the experts.

The two-day CupaDupa 2018 party is underway. The NewsWire team of photographers captured the opening in a photo essay slideshow.

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

Cuba Dupa is returning to the streets of Wellington this weekend and is promising plenty of the weird, delightful and unexpected. AIMEE EASTWOOD reports.

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

A petition was handed to parliament yesterday calling on the government to stop deep sea oil mining, BLAIR MOCKETT captures the action.

Around 5000 Wellingtonians flocked to see the city’s annual Pride Parade on Saturday. AIMEE EASTWOOD reports.

Over 100,000 people have called on the government to end the practice of farrow caging sows.

The Crusaders are without All Blacks Ryan Crotty and Samuel Whitelock for this weeks game against the Highlanders.

The Hurricanes have topped the New Zealand conference after beating the Crusaders in Wellington on Saterday.

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

The students of the brand new Te Auaha building appear to be settling in well despite some early teething problems.

Welingtonians are expressing their anger over plans by NZ Post to close the Newtown branch. Newtown residents this week  handed in an 8,000 plus signature petition calling on the government to keep NZ Post offices open. NZ post announced the closures last year. Rongotai MP Paul Eagle says the post offices are an important social […]

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

Gender minorities are missing out again as sexual orientation but not gender identity are included in April’s census follow-up General Social Survey.

New Zealand’s year long celebration of women’s voting rights launched today at Government House. Laura Wiltshire reports.

Building more houses, rather than topping up wages, is answer says the author of the Salvation Army State of the Nation report. LAURA WILTSHIRE talks to Alan Johnson.

Building more houses, rather than topping up wages, is only answer says report author. LAURA WILTSHIRE talks to Alan Johnson.

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

Despite more houses being built New Zealand’s population is growing at a rate the current house numbers cannot contain.

New Zealand is richer, but New Zealanders are not, according to the annual State of the Nation report produced by the Salvation Army. There are too many negative statistics that too many Kiwis fall into. LAURA WILTSHIRE reports.

There isn’t enough qualified teachers to match the number of children enrolled in early childhood care.

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

More prisoners on remand means existing prisoners must be moved says Community Law Wellington. AIMEE EASTWOOD reports.

‘Whakatū Wāhine’ to celebrate 125 years of women’s voting rights – that’s what the Ministry for Women wants Kiwis to do. The phrase means Women Stand Up and represents not just women, but all people, standing up for women’s rights. LAURA WILTSHIRE reports.

Steve Wilkinson says he sees ignorance and refusing to look at facts as obstacles hindering the Green’s medicinal cannabis bill.

Property Investors are being assured that the Wellington rental market is safe and secure. AIMEE EASTWOOD reports.

Students are complaining about the tactics uses by landlords while trying to secure accommodation, the Victoria University Student’s says. AIMEE EASTWOOD reports.

Labour has promised to cut New Zealand’s growing prison population, but Ti Lamusse of PAPA says in order to do that fundamental changes are needed in the legal system. AIMEE EASTWOOD reports.

The SPCA are warning people to take extra care of their pets during this hot summer as they continue to see cases of animal injuries as a result of the hot weather.

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

With Waitangi Day approaching people in Wellington’s Civic Square had a chance to say what Waitangi Day means to them.

New Zealanders can now discuss political issues effecting them on a new online forum run by two former political hopefuls. Next Best Thing NZ is a Facebook page run by former Opportunities Party members Dr Jenny Condie and Jessica Hammond Doube. Dr Jenny Condie says they want to encourage New Zealanders take political action. Dr […]

Merry Christmas from students and staff at Whitireia Journalism and Broadcasting everyone. Have a great break.

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

There are fears that a seismic survey by the controversial ship the Amazon Warrior could disturb marine life, in particular Blue Whales. AIMEE EASTWOOD reports.

Santa’s back in town and Wellington’s kids couldn’t be happier. AIMEE EASTWOOD was there to welcome him.

No Apologies is an art fundraiser which organisers are hoping will challenge the way you think. AIMEE EASTWOOD reports.

Parking in the Hutt Valley is moving into the 21st century.   The Hutt City Council is looking to future-proof car-park usage in  the city, witgh its proposed parking policy.   Future improvements may include sensor bases under cars and licence plate recognition.   John Pritchard, Research and Policy Advisor says car ownership rates will […]

Over 3,000 proud special olympians head home today as the Wellington Summer Games draw to a close.   Athletes around the country have been competing in sports ranging from table tennis to powerlifting.   Wellington Special Olympian Ella Smith , a footballer, trains every Tuesday   Ella says she was inspired by her sister to […]

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

Wellington this week has hosted a range of talented special Olympians from around New Zealand, some having to overcome financial and transport issues to compete.

The cops sometimes get a bad rap. LAURA WILTSHIRE went along for a ride along and saw the human side

Max Symes the new strength and conditioning coach at Marist St Pats is helping Marist St pats rugby club prepare for the 2018 season after just finishing an internship with the Highlanders in Super Rugby.

Mary Hospice is set to benefit from a high tea experience put on by hospitality students in Wellington.

Around 30 Bell park locals attended the council’s Regulatory Committee meeting this week where councillors decided against turning two thirds of the park into housing.

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

Fears of flooding and community submissions have stopped a proposed housing development in its tracks.

The anti-marriage equality campaign in Australia put children in at the centre of their argument.

LAURA WILTSHIRE talks to a relieved parent, and looks at claims debunked by science.

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