Stories from Wellington · New Zealand

A cyclist was trapped under a car on Wellington Street in central Wellington and has been taken to the hospital with serious injuries. The street was closed following the incident.

New Zealand will require importers to prove their products were not grown on deforested land. Analysis indicates only 48% of Ivory Coast's cocoa meets this standard.

New Zealand is taking steps to prevent lawsuits related to climate change damage. This move comes as researchers warn about the impacts of climate change, such as increased noise pollution in the Arctic affecting wildlife.

Many New Zealanders are interested in investment tracking to build future wealth, with some seeking to teach their children about money management and KiwiSaver. Online risk profiling tools are available to assess investment suitability.

A New Zealander, among passengers repatriated to France, has begun showing symptoms of a virus. This is one of several measures in place to reduce contagion risk.

Zeus Sleep Limited, led by CEO Nigel Clark, has developed a new device designed to keep airways open during sleep without masks, tubes, or surgery.

The Supreme Court of New Zealand has passed judgments granting personhood to rivers and mountains. This decision is based upon the idea of their sacredness.

An artist's latest work, described as a 'huge wallpaper,' is currently featured at the Space Gallery. The piece aims to resurrect a dialogue with Gaianan, who also studied at the Wellington School of Design.

Kiwi actor Morgana O'Reilly successfully crowdfunded her theatre show, 'Stories About My Body,' into a film. The film is premiering today, Mother's Day, according to the broadcast. The premiere coincides with Mother's Day and the International Comedy Festival.

Oceans and Fisheries Under-Secretary Jenny Markcroft announced changes to daily limits.