Joel MacManus

Media estimates of the crowd size ranged from 17,000 to 100,000+, but one thing we can say for sure — it was bloody massive.

New Zealanders are drinking and smoking less, but most other recreational drugs are becoming cheaper, more popular and more available, two new reports show.

Wellington editor Joel MacManus pitches his big idea to save the capital: more statues on the waterfront.

From forgotten wastelands to gleaming towers of consumerism, this is the definitive list of malls in Wellington.

Wellington's Golden Mile project has survived yet another concerted cancellation attempt. After eight years of arguing, can we put this debate behind us and just build the damn thing?

Christopher Luxon hosted the Black Caps and visiting English test team at Premier House earlier this week. Joel MacManus took extensive notes of every moment from the 30 reportable minutes.

According to a Wellington urban legend, the notorious Ngāti Toa chief used to pull his waka onshore to have a drink at the city's oldest pub. Is it true?

The wait for replacement Interislander ferries will drag on until 2029, as ministers reveal a plan to buy two smaller ships, reports Joel MacManus reports from parliament.

Why demolishing the bridge would create a better public space in the heart of Wellington.

The iconic ‘No left turn except access to KFC' road sign has vanished. Joel MacManus investigates.