They’re a buzzing annoyance, a painful pest, and a backyard barbecuer’s worst nightmare. And even more than that, wasps are a threat to our environment and the economy, costing the country more than …
Time to strike back: Wasp Wipeout spreads to Wellington for the first time Read More »
The Nest Te Kōhanga, Wellington Zoo’s award-winning animal hospital, is celebrating its 10th anniversary on 9 December 2019. Vet Emily with Korora “The Nest Te Kōhanga is a world leading …
Wellington Zoo celebrating 10 years of The Nest Te Kōhanga Read More »
Strong winds in Wellington have forced multiple domestic flights to and from the city to be cancelled. The high winds are hitting the centre of the country, with a warning …
Wild weather: Strong winds ground flights to and from Wellington Read More »
A ‘major gas leak’ at a Paraparaumu intersection has been contained, after a gas main was shut off. Google Maps Reports of the leak on the corner of Arawhata and Kāpiti roads …
Fire and Emergency respond to ‘major gas leak’ in Paraparaumu Read More »
Wellington City Council has been awarded for “showing the most egregious gullibility in the past year”. The New Zealand Skeptics conference has awarded the council its annual “bent spoon” accolade for …
Wellington City Council wins Skeptics award after contractor divines for water Read More »
The Tuia 250 Voyage flotilla will arrive in the capital this afternoon, performing a sail-by around Wellington Harbour between one and three o’clock. The commemorative voyage has been travelling …
Tuia 250 flotilla expected in Wellington this afternoon Read More »
“Considerable” delays could see the Transmission Gully motorway only just make a 2020 opening. Mark Coote Construction began on the 27 kilometre-long road in 2015, with April 2020 initially touted …
Transmission Gully motorway construction ‘considerably behind’ schedule Read More »
It is rarer than the kākāpō and most people have never heard of it but a population of Bartlett’s white rātā is thriving in Lower Hutt. Te Papa Hutt City Council staff recently used …
Rare white rātā in Lower Hutt, rarer than the kākāpō Read More »
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We are launching our new job tab. Only $50 a listing. Discounts for bulk listings from agencies. With over 20,000 downloads 95% based in Wellington you can target Wellingtonians to …
A dead man has been found in Porirua Harbour. Ross Giblin/Stuff Police were called after 10.30am with reports of a person floating in the water. A spokeswoman said police had …
In France, a northerly wind is called mistral and Greymouth has the barber but despite Wellington being known for its wild wind, it has no official name. Rosa Woods/Stuff With Wellington’s 180th birthday …
About 400 litres of diesel has spilled into Wellington Harbour while mega-cruise ship Radiance of the Seas was taking on fuel. Monique Ford/Stuff Harbour master Grant Nalder confirmed that there were reports …
Concerns for penguins after diesel spill while cruise ship refuelled in Wellington Read More »
The New Zealand School of Dance Graduation Season 2019 is a two hour programme consisting of an eclectic mix of styles: the graceful and traditional to the gritty and dark – no moment …
Review: New Zealand School of Dance Graduation Season 2019 Read More »
Hospital specialists around the country warn that public hospitals have reached a tipping point in a new report entitled: Hospitals on the Edge. Produced by the Association of Salaried Medical …
Come along to the meeting to find out more about the proposed extension of the Southern Landfill. The council has been busy testing the assumption that extending the Landfill is …
Meeting about the Southern Landfill proposed extension Read More »
Wellington is a foodie’s dream and that vibrant restaurant scene has been reinforced with 24 of the city’s eateries making Cuisine magazine’s top 100. Robert Kitchin/Stuff Throughout the year more than 40 food …
Wellington restaurants old and new celebrated in Cuisine magazine’s top 100 Read More »
A mysterious street artist is transforming a drab retaining wall in Lower Hutt into a giant Lego set. Kevin Stent/Stuff Over the past two weeks the faces of Lego characters have …
Electronic music producer Hanno Leichtmann will present a new video made with original photographic material from the archives of the Darmstadt Summer Courses for New Music. Friday, 6 December 2019 …
Efforts to bring back buses and ease public transport pressures on Wellington’s system are being paralysed by a driver shortage. Monique Ford/Stuff It’s been three weeks since Greater Wellington Regional Council chairman Daran Ponter promised to fix Wellington’s public …
Driver shortages continue to sting Wellington bus services Read More »
Wellington city councillors can pop the champagne – today they will vote on giving themselves a hefty pay rise after the Remuneration Authority allocated more dosh to spend on salaries. Voting …
First things first: Wellington City Councillors vote on giving themselves a pay rise Read More »
The race to be the new All Blacks coach appears to be down to just two men. Former Wellington, Highlanders and New Zealand Maori coach Jamie Joseph has extended his …
Long lost footage of the destruction caused by the 1931 Hawke’s Bay earthquake has been saved for posterity after turning up in an Upper Hutt garage. COURTESY OF GLORIA PATTERSON …
Long lost film of Napier earthquake devastation rescued from rusty tins Read More »
Wellington’s historic Temperance building will once again open its doors to the public by housing the Cannabis Science Institute of New Zealand and Wellington’s first cannabis social club, The Daktory. …
Cannabis club opening in historic Temperance building Read More »
Not all heroes wear capes and many are four-legged, like Marley the labrador who helped rescue a small dog swept out to sea at Petone on Sunday. …
Labrador helps to rescue small dog off Petone beach Read More »
Greenpeace protesters have covered Parliament lawn with replica coral this morning, calling on the Government to take urgent action on bottom trawling. …
Bottom-trawled coral “stolen by Talleys” dumped on Parliament’s lawn Read More »
A mega-liner is heading to sea after mechanical issues stopped it near the mouth of Wellington harbour. The Ovation of the Seas – the largest cruise ship to regularly visit …
Ovation of the Seas cruise ship comes to a brief stop in Wellington harbour Read More »
WELLINGTON TRAIN SUSPENSION – KAPITI LINE – 2:25PM @metlinkwgtn advise train services on the Kapiti Line between Wellington & Porirua have been CANCELLED this afternoon, due to a power fault. …
Hutt City Council has been accused of being undemocratic and abusing process over a decision that could allow trees to be cut down to make way for more affordable housing. …
Hutt Council affordable housing change puts native trees at risk – Forest & Bird Read More »
CAR IN THE WATER WHITBY INLET AVOID PAREMATA RD / SH58 for now as a car is in the drink. Expect delays and possible road closure.
Wellington Regional Trails shares their best of the best, the crème de la crème, the pick of the litter – you get the drift – these trails are sure to …
ECO EXCLUSIVE LIFESTYLE SECTIONS -GRANDSTAND VIEWS – Deadline Sale Only 4 lots remaining… The wait is finally over and we can now offer you this fantastic opportunity to own …
Two prime new listings from Jane Mather in Whitby Read More »
Police seek 41-year-old Shannon Hoani Martin Wairarapa Police are seeking 41-year-old Shannon Hoani Martin who has a warrant to arrest for aggravated robbery. He is believed to be in the …
Ransom. BATS Theatre, 1 Kent Tce, Wellington, 15 – 16 November Fall head-first into a new Aotearoa republic as the country closes in on its first election scandal. The runaway …
Some things to do this weekend (a few for free!) Read More »
Not in three decades of the Wellingtonian of the Year awards has the supreme winner been literally too close to call. But that was the case on Thursday night, when the 31st edition …
Wellingtonian of the Year supreme award shared for first time in 31 years Read More »
Bernard “Ben” Hana, a.k.a. “Blanket Man” was a homeless man who wandered the inner city streets of Wellington in the 2000s. He was a local fixture became something of a …
Emotions continue to run high in Levin as three teenage girls charged with attacking and robbing a 90-year-old woman in her home made their second Youth Court appearance on Tuesday. …
New charges for teens accused of attacking Levin 90-year-old Read More »
Storytelling, not just statistics, is vital to how we connect with people to ignite our cultural response to the climate crisis. That’s the challenge of What if Climate Change was …
Midwives in the Hutt Valley are at breaking point. They laid bare their concerns at an emotionally raw public meeting last night over what they see as chronic staffing and …
Wellington’s Central Park – less familiar to many than the famous park of the same name in New York City – is one of the Wellington’s oldest public green spaces. History …
Wellington’s Central Park: A ramble through its history Read More »
A zine (pronounced zeen) is an independently or self-published booklet, often created by physically cutting and gluing text and images together onto a master flat for photocopying, but it’s also …
A man has been sentenced to life imprisonment for the murder of a Black Power member in Wainuiomata, near Wellington. Falcon Samuels was found guilty of murdering Paul Te …
Man sentenced to life in prison for Black Power member’s murder Read More »
Classical ballet and contemporary choreography at New Zealand School of Dance Photo: Stephen A’Court The New Zealand School of Dance (NZSD) 2019 Graduation Season promises outstanding performances of both classical …
Uplifting works from the New Zealand School of Dance Read More »
Police have seized firearms and drugs in three separate incidents in Masterton recently. Around 1.45am on Friday 8 November Police noticed a disqualified driver behind the wheel on Chapel Street, …
Police say firearms and drugs have been recovered in Masterton incidents Read More »
“Have you seen Siaumau Lote Telea?” Masterton Police are appealing for sightings of missing 25-year-old Siaumau Lote Telea. He was last seen by family in Masterton about 2.30pm on Thursday …
Wellington Police remind cyclists to secure bicycles following thefts In the last few months Wellington Police have received numerous reports of bicycles stolen by opportunistic thieves throughout the CBD, and …
You can’t beat Wellington on a good day – the old saying goes – so what do you do when the weather doesn’t play along? Time to chuck on your …
It has been a source of disputes among families for 80 years – Is anyone going to play Wellington Monopoly/cause arguments at the after-Christmas-dinner-family-get-together? The Wellington version of the game …
Japanese Film Festival 2019 Roxy Cinema, 5 Park Road, Miramar, Wellington The Embassy of Japan, in cooperation with the Japan Foundation, is very pleased to announce the return of the …
Quadraphonics When: Fri Nov 8th, 2019 Where: Wellington Museum, Wellington An immersive evening of cutting edge, audiovisual artworks, sound art installations, and live performance. This is an ‘After Hours’ event created …
Days Bay is fantastic stretch of beach where you can rent kayaks, buy yummy ice cream, or go for a bush walk. Even better – to celebrate the ‘International Day …
Wellington Beach Reviews: Days Bay – A Hutt gem, just don’t tell Katherine Mansfield Read More »
The continued shortage of quality real estate listings, coupled with record low mortgage interest rates have combined to add some zing to the property market over October. Spring normally …
UPDATE: Terrace Tunnel reopened” The Terrace Tunnel is now open following a crash this afternoon. The crash involved two vehicles, not one, as mentioned in an earlier release. Police were …
Post this weeks question on our facebook page Every week we ask you the readers to submit your questions to our resident Real Estate expert Jane Mather I am …
Jane Mather answers your questions about Real Estate Read More »
Oddjive: Album Fundraiser After too long OddJive return to the stage! They’ve been writing lots of new music and we can’t wait to share it all with you. Join us …
Feel like getting funky? See Oddjive at Valhalla tonight Read More »
Incredible Kiwi talent such as Sons of Zion, Savage, Tomorrow People, The Feelers, State of Mind, Clicks, nomad, Skinny Hobos, Dead Favours, Illbaz and Flowidus have been added to an …
Lola is a pussy cat from Aro Valley who survived a dog attack and has a beer named after her! Lola has been giving cat cuddles to locals for many …
Famous cats of Wellington: Lola, the Aro Park Cat Read More »
The moaning woman from work now catches the same train as me. She waits for me at the station, like a lion stalking its prey, to regale me of tales …
Tales from the Wellington commute: Do robots have to deal with ‘Hump Day?’ Read More »
A Hutt City Council initiative to improve housing supply and housing affordability was given the green light at an extraordinary Council meeting last night. District Plan Change 43 will …
Proposal to tackle housing supply and affordability gets the go ahead in the Hutt Read More »
Wellington writer Lawrence Patchett’s new book The Burning River is set in a radically changed New Zealand. The main character’s life in the swamp is hazardous, as he mines …
A tough race to call this year. With about 8 or 9 runners in with a big chance. After much research and crystal ball gazing. The Wellington Apps pick is…………….. …
Meeting Karpovsky Circa Theatre, 1 Taranaki St, Wellington Tuesday 5 November 2019 7:00pm – 8:30pm Director: Sue Rider Starring: Helen Moulder and Sir Jon Trimmer Created by Helen Moulder, Sue …
NZTA Wellington @NZTAWgtn #ROADWORKS – SH1 KĀPITI EXPRESSWAY Plan ahead for a southbound LANE CLOSURE between Waikanae and Paraparaumu, Mon-Fri from 7am-7pm for resurfacing. (Dependent on weather & other factors
SH2 SILVERSTREAM – SIGNALS FAULT – 6:15PM Traffic signals on SH2 Silverstream at the intersection with Western Hutt Rd are currently flashing yellow. Please apply give way rules and take …
A new mural was unveiled in the heart of Wellington at Civic Square last week, acknowledging the grief over the tragedy that happened in Christchurch on 15 March 2019. Weaving …
Loss and hope in Christchurch represented in new mural Read More »
Sick of traffic and public transport meltdowns? Thinking about the environment? Or just taking to the bike as summer creeps ever closer? Don’t be nervous – heaps of people commute …
Top tips for commuting on your bike in Wellington Read More »
NZTA Wellington @NZTAWgtn FINAL UPDATE This #breakdown is now CLEAR and the Mt Victoria Tunnel is now fully OPEN. Thank you for your patience as congestion eases. ^EL
Due to a #breakdown, the Mt Victoria Tunnel is CLOSED in both directions. Please use an alternative route and expect #delays.
Deaf // Etienne De Silhouette // Column Of Sand WHEN Sat Nov 2nd, 2019 WHERE Valhalla, Wellington Buy Tickets DOORS OPEN 8:30pm GIG STARTS 9:30pm ENTRY R18 COVER CHARGE* …
Not into watching the rugby? Get down to Valhalla, there’s a gig on. Read More »
A car heading south has hit the median barrier between Pukerua Bay and Paekakariki. There is some debris on the north side and traffic is slow from Pukerua Bay. Please …
Car has hit barrier on Centennial Highway – expect some delays heading south Read More »
UPDATE 5:10PMThis northbound #SH2 crash is now CLEAR, but resulting queues are currently just north of the #Dowse interchange. Please continue to expect significant northbound DELAYS while congestion eases. ^CR …
I don’t believe any roading projects are actually taking place in Wellington. I think our government agencies are being held hostage by an army of traffic cones, demanding key access …
An army of traffic cones is taking over Wellington. Read More »
Temperatures are expected to be warm this weekend as the country gets an early dose of summer weather. “The air [will be] coming off Australia, they have this really large …
Enjoy the good weather this weekend, it won’t stick around for long Read More »
Kiwi Night Encounter Ngā Manu Nature Reserve, 74 Ngā Manu Reserve Road, Waikanae, Kapiti Coast This is your chance to share in the night world of kiwi. Watch our birds …
Five things happening outside the city this weekend! Read More »
Eat Your Art Out: an Edible Art Experience New Zealand Portrait Gallery, Shed 11, Wellington Waterfront, Wellington Eat Your Art Out: An Edible Art Experience Hot on the heels of …
Kapiti Petanque Club is hosting the PNZ Nationals Weekend multi-event: Singles, Doubles, and Mixed Doubles this weekend, 120 competitors from all over New Zealand will fight it out for the …
Kapiti Petanque Club is hosting the PNZ Nationals Read More »
Discover the spooky side of Te Taiao | Nature. Join us for a free, adults-only late night that celebrates our natural history exhibition zone. After dark the exhibition comes alive …
We’re excited to announce the new album from Fly My Pretties – The Studio Recordings Part One! STREAM ON SPOTIFY STREAM ON APPLE MUSIC PURCHASE ON GOOGLE PLAY PURCHASE VINYL …
Iconic Wellington collective Fly My Pretties has a new studio album! Read More »
Is 40 too old to go trick or treating? I don’t mean with children, just by myself. I could wear a sheet from the washing pile and people might just …
Wellington Zoo is excited to announce the arrival of two female Tasmanian Devils, Cassia and Clove who have recently joined the Zoo’s existing female, Dash. “Cassia and Clove arrived from …
Wellington Zoo Devil duo arrive just in time for Halloween Read More »
“Masterton Police seek vehicle sightings” Masterton Police are seeking assistance from anyone who may have seen a blue Mazda vehicle driving erratically about midday on Friday 25 October. The vehicle …
NZTA Wellington @NZTAWgtn SH58 PAREMATA – CRASH – 2:25PM Due to a #crash near the intersection with Spinnaker Drive, the road is under STOP/GO control. Emergency services are on-site. Please …
SH58 PAREMATA – CRASH – 2:25PM near the intersection with Spinnaker Drive Read More »
Here’s another event you need to add to your calendar: THE KAPITI ARTS TRAIL is back for another year! It’s the perfect day out to view some eclectic art works …
Evolutionary hypnotherapist and Heartmath practitioner Pamm Millage will be at Kapiti Women’s Expo this weekend, giving away one very special 4 step programme + bonuses to transition a lucky winner to a …
Nicholas Backman is wanted by the police. Backman, of Porirua, is 33-years-old and has tattoos on his shoulder, arms and left hand. If you see Backman or have information on …
Dane Coles with start in the 3rd/4th playoff, but Ardie Savea, who picked up a knee injury against England is out. All Blacks team: Beauden Barrett, Ben Smith, Ryan Crotty, Sonny Bill Williams, Rieko Ioane, Richie Mo’unga, Aaron Smith, Kieran Read (c), Sam …
The Seatoun tunnel will be closed Sunday to Thursday nights for the next six weeks from 10 November 2019, to allow contractors to install new state-of-the-art LED interior lighting and …
Night time closures of Seatoun tunnel for lighting upgrade Read More »
Cock, Circa Theatre, written by Mark Bartlett, directed by Shane Bosher. Until November 9. The audience is raked towards the actors. There is no scenery, no props, no furniture and …
They are an eclectic mix of gamers, animal lovers, musicians, martial arts practitioners, and multilinguists, but a group of secondary students heading to Wellington this weekend all have one thing …
Wellington hosts New Zealand’s best spellers this weekend Read More »
Advertise your business with us starting at $5 per week. Our search-driven and location-driven App lets users find local businesses & services and helps YOU to engage with your customers. …
Halloween is tomorrow and costume hire places have costumes flying out the door. Kate from the Costume Cave on Wakefield street says the Joker is the most popular hire this …
Joker the most popular Halloween costume this year Read More »
NZTA Wellington @NZTAWgtn SH1 NGAURANGA GORGE, NORTHBOUND – CRASH – 6:45AM A crash is currently BLOCKING the left northbound lane, north of the #Newlands off-ramp. Please take extra care while …
SH1 NGAURANGA GORGE, NORTHBOUND – CRASH – 6:45AM Read More »
Wellingtonians are surrounded by art. Today we look around the region at our favourite mural and street art pieces, and see what stories they tell. photo by Josh Wotton Westland Road …
We are starting a new feature where Jane Mather of Clark & Co will answer your questions about the Real Estate industry. Simply comment on The Wellington app facebook post …
Zico Coronel rejoins the Saints family after two years away as head coach of the Hawke’s Bay Hawks Coronel spent 7 years as an assistant coach at the Saints. Before …
Zico Coronel Head Coach for the 2020 Saints NBL Season! Read More »
“UPDATE: Missing person, Lower Hutt” A Lower Hutt teen reported missing on Friday has today been located safe and well. “Missing person, Lower Hutt” Lower Hutt Police are appealing for …
Have you seen Aretha Mason, 15, was reported missing on Friday. Read More »
Porirua’s Adventure Park has received consent from the Department of Conservation to go ahead. Will it be a money turner? Or a money burner? Supplied Porirua’s new Mayor Anita Baker …
Is Porirua’s Adventure Park ready for the next step? Read More »
Paekakariki village burst into life this weekend, with a loud, proud, colourful Pride Fest. Queer fire trucks, excited drummers, twirling banners and dancing dogs were all part of the third …
Paekakariki hosts ‘The World’s Shortest (unofficial) Pride Parade’ Read More »
Wrights Hill Fortress, Wellington’s secret army base, is open to the public for Wellington Heritage Week on Labour Day. Wellington City Council Through the 620 metres of tunnels running under …
Wellington’s secret war base open to public for Labour Day Read More »
Voting is about to open for the fiercest, most exciting competition in Aotearoa – Forest & Bird’s Bird of the Year. The competition to elect the nation’s favourite bird has …
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Metlink @metlinkwgtn Harbour Explorer cancelled Sunday 27th October, normal service running to schedule
At first you wonder how Devilskin can get better than opening their show by revving up a chainsaw and waving it around the stage like it was Halloween come early. …
NZTA Wellington @NZTAWgtn UPDATE 4PM Due to the long weekend, traffic remains heavily CONGESTED heading north between Peka Peka and Ōtaki. Queues are almost back to Waikanae.
Cricket 3 top premier cricket matches Saturday 26th. See Wellington’s top cricketers in action Football We’re a fresh squad of young, hungry players ready to emblaze our mark on this …
Five sporting events to see in Wellington this weekend Read More »
NZTA Wellington @NZTAWgtn SH1 KAPITI COAST, NORTHBOUND – HOLIDAY CONGESTION – 11:30AM Due to increased northbound holiday traffic, there is CONGESTION on SH1 between Te Horo & #Ōtaki. Queues are …
SH1 KAPITI COAST, NORTHBOUND – HOLIDAY CONGESTION Read More »
Every Wednesday a member of the Wellington app team is going on a date…and reviewing how it goes. Dinner at Loretta 23rd October, reviewed by Brendon, who went with his …
NZTA Wellington @NZTAWgtn #ROADWORKS – SH2 LOWER HUTT Plan ahead for a southbound LANE CLOSURE between Silverstream and Fairway Drive today, 9:30am-4pm for guard-rail installation. (Dependent on weather & other …
SH2 LOWER HUTT Plan ahead for a southbound LANE CLOSURE Read More »
HighLight: Carnival of Lights Riddiford Gardens, Laings Road, Lower Hutt, Lower Hutt, Wellington Region Friday 25 October 2019 – Monday 28 October 2019 7:00pm – 11:00pm Admission: Free Lower Hutt’s …
Five things to do outside the city this weekend! Read More »
Escape Mate 12 Johnston Street | Aviation House, Wellington 6011, New Zealand Saturday 26th October 2019 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM Sunday 27th October 2019 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM $40 …
UPDATE 5:25PM Two right northbound lanes on the Urban Motorway remain BLOCKED. SCU are on-site investigating the crash and tow is removing the vehicles. Please continue to delay travel as …
“Serious crash – SH1, Kaiwharawhara, Wellington “ Read More »
Gull is dropping its prices by 21 cents today and Friday, as the petrol station celebrates 21 years of business. The discounted price will apply from 7am Thursday until midday …
If you’re heading out of Wellington, top up at Gull Read More »
If you head out west towards the edge of Cook Strait and the top of the South Island, you will eventually hit Makara Beach. Makara Beach can be windy, even …
Wellington beach reviews: Makara Beach, Wellington’s Wild West Read More »
Buses replace most weekend train services on the Wairarapa Line – Friday 25 October to Monday 28 October http://bit.ly/2WcX4mw
If your family has a need for speed, don’t miss the sound of roaring engines and blaze of lights at the Max Motors Wellington Family Speedway this Sunday, as the 51st season …
A family-friendly need for speed at Wellington Speedway this Sunday Read More »
Service Updates > Buses replace weekend services on the Kapiti Line between Wellington and Waikanae – Saturday 26 to Monday 28 October metlink.org.nz
Restricted sailings will be operating this morning (Wednesday 23rd October) on the Harbour Ferry. Due to adverse weather conditions, the Harbour Ferry will be operating to a restricted timetable this …
SH1 CAMBORNE, NORTHBOUND – CRASH – 8:30PM A crash is BLOCKING the right northbound lane near the intersection with Steyne Avenue. Please take extra care while passing. For more information …
Valid from: 21/10/2019 9:00pm Train services will be running between Wellington and Plimmerton with bus replacements between Plimmerton and Waikanae for the remainder of the evening. We now have more …
Roadworks NZTA Wellington #ROADWORKS – SH1 MANA ESPLANADE Plan ahead for a northbound LANE CLOSURE near Marina View intersection, from 5am-2pm Tuesday for gas line repairs.(Dependent on weather and other …
SH1 MANA ESPLANADE Plan ahead for a northbound LANE CLOSURE Read More »
The warning has been lifted, but take care especially if you are on a motorcycle. SH2 REMUTAKA HILL – STRONG WINDS – 9:30AMThere is currently a strong wind warning in …
It will be the Munch Bunch come to life at next year’s Round the Bays event, when humans dressed as fruits and vegetables will attempt to break a Guinness World …
The Wellington app is expanding its local sports coverage and we want your sports news. Here at The Wellington app we love sport. We want to share what is happening …
UPDATE 8AMThis crash on SH2 between Petone and Ngauranga has now been CLEARED and all lanes are OPEN. Please continue to expect significant delays as southbound queues are back to …
The southbound passing lane north of Ōtaki will be CLOSED PERMANENTLY from Monday 21 October. There be traffic control in place on Monday and Tuesday from 8am-5pm while the closure …
Basin Reserve surface is likely to provide plenty of assistance for pace attack. Round one of the Plunket shield gets underway tomorrow at the Basin Reserve. The Firebirds could potentially …
Strong seam attack for Wellington Firebirds Vs Otago Vaults Read More »
“Delays expected after Upper Hutt crash” Police are responding to a single-vehicle crash on River Road, Moonshine Valley, Upper Hutt. Police were alerted around 12.25pm. No serious injuries have been …
Wellington Firebird and Warwickshire captain Jeetan Patel has joined England as a spin bowling consultant for next month’s Twenty20 series against The Black Caps @GETTY IMAGES He has been permitted …
Wellington Legend Jeetan Patel has joined England Read More »
*CLUB CRICKET CANCELLED* Premier and Premier Reserve (Division 1-4) fixtures for October 19 have been cancelled due to ground conditions and weather forecasted for tomorrow.
FINAL UPDATE 3:40PM This #flooding on the Hutt northbound on-ramp is now CLEAR. Drive safely. ^EL #Flooding is currently impacting the Hutt northbound on-ramp. Please take extra care and SLOW DOWN …
An NZTA Roadworks Update for Friday 18th October From 3-7pm today the Paekakariki Hill Road is closed to through traffic with local access only. Tomorrow morning in Wellington city there’ll …
“Update: Reported threat on Interislander ferry” Cordons are being stood down following Police enquiries after a reported threat on the Interislander ferry. Police attended the ferry in Wellington and have …
Police responding to reported threat on Interislander ferry Police are responding to a report received at 9:05am regarding an item of concern on an Interislander ferry which departed Wellington …
Police responding to reported threat on Interislander ferry Read More »
A quick look at five things happening in the city this evening. 1. Jazz on the Hilltop Wellington SPCA, 140 Alexandra Road, Newtown, Wellington Friday 18 October 2019 7:30pm – …
All Blacks Head Coach Steve Hansen said the team was really looking forward to Saturday’s must-win encounter. “There’s a lot of energy and excitement in the team which is normal …
All Blacks name team to play Ireland on Saturday Read More »
Two lucky Aucklanders are splitting a massive $38 million Powerball jackpot. Both winning tickets were sold on MyLotto, with the winners each taking home $19,142,857. They weren’t the only prizewinners, though. …
Two new millionaires from massive $38m Lotto jackpot Read More »
The Wellington Regional Council scrambled to remove advertisements promoting a career in bus driving after it discovered a string of racist tweets by one of its poster boys. Official information …
Advertising for bus drivers removed after discovery of racist tweets Read More »
Now Cleared SH1 JOHNSONVILLE, NORTHBOUND – BREAKDOWN – 3:20PMA bus breakdown is BLOCKING the Johnsonville northbound off-ramp. Please take extra care while passing and expect delays. ^EH pic.twitter.com/2P6w8qvDfy — NZTA …
Owners of newly outlawed firearms have just over two months left to hand their guns in, or modify them. Photo: RNZ / Ana Tovey There have been calls for the …
Gunsmiths kept busy by short deadline to modify guns Read More »
UPDATE 7:40AM Resulting southbound delays following a prior crash on SH2 have now EASED to normal peak conditions. Thank you for your patience as congestion eases. FINAL UPDATE 7:40AMResulting southbound …
Crash SH2 Petone to Ngauranga is slowly clearing Read More »
New imaging technology has revealed hundreds of major buildings nationwide have defective or missing concrete or reinforcing steel. RNZ Concrete investigators say their scanning shows many buildings have not been …
Widespread defective or missing concrete or reinforcing steel revealed Read More »
Councils can expect more pressure from their own ranks to tackle climate change with a new crop of young councillors determined to fight it head on. Local Government New Zealand …
Young Wellington councillors to push on climate change issues Read More »
Bus 110: 7:48am Emerald Hill to Petone Station has been cancelled. Check RTI board for next available bus. — Metlink Wellington (@metlinkwgtn) October 13, 2019
It’s been vilified, dye-bombed and wee’d in by a hobbit, and now on October 12, Cuba Mall’s iconic Bucket Fountain is celebrating its fiftieth birthday. Following the phasing out of …
“Bowl cut or mullet, sir?” “Yeah nah cobba just give uz both.” That’s probably not how the conversation between The Chats lead singer Eamon Sandwith and his barber went but …
Horowhenua – Kapiti teams do battle in round one of the Coastal Challenge Round one is a split round with the Horowhenua-Kapiti teams in action this week. Wanganui and Wairarapa …
Horowhenua -Kapiti teams do battle in round one Round one is a split round with the Horowhenua-Kapiti teams in action this week. Wanganui and Wairarapa teams play this round on …
Coastal Challenge round one preview: PCC vs Weraroa Read More »
Wellington residents are usually the first to give their opinions on the various issues that affect our region; including transport, roading, housing and the environment – yet voter turnout is …
Delays likely Sun to Thu from 7pm-5:30am Hawkestone Street HAWKESTONE ST – PERMANENT CONSTRUCTION The new road layout at the intersection with SH1 is to be made permanent. The …
UPDATE 5:10PM This southbound #SH1 crash in #Porirua has now been CLEARED and congestion is quickly easing. Drive safe. A #crash is currently BLOCKING the right southbound lane, south …
TYPHOON HAGIBIS IMPACT ON RUGBY WORLD CUP 2019 MATCHES TOKYO, 10 Oct – After extensive evaluation, World Rugby and the Japan Rugby 2019 Organising Committee have announced an update regarding the …
New Zealand Cricket has signed a six-year broadcasting rights agreement with Spark Sport, in partnership with TVNZ – starting from April 2020. nzc.nz The landmark deal will see all BLACKCAPS …
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While the New Zealand job market stutters, the Wellington region is looking remarkably strong, according to an analysis of over 71,000 vacancies listed on Trade Me Jobs for the quarter …
Wellington bucks the trend in tough New Zealand job market Read More »
Transmission Gully contractor Wellington Gateway Partnership is seeking $352 million from the New Zealand Transport Agency over delays in starting the work. Photo: 123rf The claim would increase the $850 million …
Transmission Gully contractor suing NZTA for $352million Read More »
An application for a new liquor store in an upmarket Wellington suburb has been turned down by the council, after strong opposition from residents. Photo: 123rf The application to open a …
Wellington council turns down liquor store application for Khandallah Read More »
Universities are coming under pressure to answer questions after a second case of a student’s body going unnoticed at a university hostel. Photo: 123rf.com It has been revealed that a man’s body …
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Following threats made by a person yesterday, Police attended and cleared three locations in the Hutt Valley and Central Wellington. All three locations have been found to be safe …
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Three of the six candidates standing to be Wellington mayor are from outside council. Their targets include becoming carbon-neutral in three years’ time; a ferry from Miramar to the CBD; …
Wellington mayor hopefuls concerned about range of issues Read More »
The Curtain Bank, which re-upholsters and redistributes donated curtains, is in desperate need of more donations, it says. Curtains at the Curtain Bank, which re-upholsters and redistributes donated curtains. Photo: RNZ / …
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A small explosive device was found after a car crash in Wellington. Hutchison Road, Newtown, Wellington Photo: Google Maps Police say two vehicles collided on Hutchison Road in Newtown about 12.15pm yesterday. …
Wellington Mayor Justin Lester has revealed how much he’s had donated to his mayoral campaign. However, his main opponent, Andy Foster, is still refusing to say how much Sir Peter …
Justin Lester reveals $21,000 in campaign donations; no details from Andy Foster Read More »
The Greater Wellington Regional Council is defending its decision to lease out almost 200 hectares of wetlands to a farming company. A large chunk of Queen Elizabeth Park’s 637 hectares …
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Health officials are asking some year 12 Wellington High School students who aren’t vaccinated against measles to stay home today. A student has been diagnosed with measles and those …
1 case of measles confirmed at Wellington High School Read More »
Te Papa’s museum’s chief executive Geraint Martin is stepping down at the end of the year. Chief executive Geraint Martin is leaving Te Papa after two-and-a-half years in the role. Photo: Supplied …
Kua tīmata te wiki o te reo Māori – Māori Language Week has begun – and to kick it off a roaring parade made its way down central Wellington, drawing …
Parade spreads te reo Māori message through capital Read More »
More complaints are coming in about the poor treatment of Wellington in-home care clients. Photo: 123RF In April, two providers – Access Community Health and Nurse Maude – jointly took over …
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Candidates for Wellington’s regional council agree bus drivers need to be given more pay, and better conditions. A new double decker bus Photo: RNZ / Emma Hatton The capital’s bus revamped network …
Fair pay for bus drivers a hot topic in Wellington elections Read More »
Wellington City Council has told KiwiRail to put back notices saying the capital’s central railway station is earthquake-prone. Wellington Railway Station. Photo: RNZ / Michael Cropp KiwiRail had taken down the notices …
KiwiRail, council dispute Wellington railway station quake status Read More »
Wellington’s railway station has been labelled as being at risk of causing harm in an earthquake. Wellington Railway Station. Photo: RNZ / Michael Cropp Notices alerting the public that the building is …
Wellington railway station being assessed for earthquake harm Read More »
It is no surprise to see NZTA’s confirmation that the Let’s Get Wellington Moving package has been politically compromised. Delaying the second Mount Victoria tunnel and Basin Reserve improvements …
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Lambton Ward candidates for next month’s elections will be answering questions from locals at a meeting on Monday September 16. The meeting is organised by Inner City Wellington. It will …
Lambton Ward candidates at Inner City election meeting Read More »
Mayoral candidate Conor Hill wants to ensure all Wellingtonians live in healthy homes. He says let’s do this by making the Wellington City Council’s Rental Warrant of Fitness freely …
Conor Hill wants changes to ensure healthy homes Read More »
Former Wellington City Councillor Helene Ritchie is calling for the Government to permanently fund all new trains in the Wellington Region. “This would relieve ratepayers of considerable future cost …
Helene Ritchie says government should pay for all new trains Read More »
At around 11:15pm last night, Police were alerted to a serious altercation at a residential address on Mansfield Street in Newtown. As a result of the altercation a man …
Man critically injured – stabbed during fight in Newtown Read More »
Wellington city councillors have voted against a move to dig deeper into the details around the controversial Shelly Bay project. A visual sketch of the finished Shelly Bay development. Photo: RNZ /SUPPLIED …
Council votes against Shelly Bay development processes probe Read More »
Claims have been made that Sir Peter Jackson is throwing more money at opposing a controversial Shelly Bay housing development on Wellington’s coast. Photo: RNZ /SUPPLIED The Port Nicholson Block Settlement …
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The Wellington City Council this week hosted the first of three Wellington Insurance Taskforce meetings. The Taskforce was formed after Mayor Justin Lester hosted a Wellington insurance forum in …
Mayoral task force meets to discuss rising insurance premiums Read More »
The first sod has been turned on Wellington’s convention centre, just across the road from Te Papa. An artist’s impression of the Wellington Convention Centre as viewed from the entrance …
To prevent rats getting back into Miramar Peninsula we are creating a virtual barrier on the Rongotai isthmus. This means that Rongotai will also become rat free. The barrier will …
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With only four years left until the Southern Landfill is full, it’s time to talk about what we do next with our waste. The Southern Landfill is critical to the …
Four more years and the southern landfill will be full – what then? Read More »
Two Wellington men charged with possession and supply of cannabis have been remanded on bail until next month. Dakta Green outside Wellington District Court. Photo: RNZ / Emma Hatton The men – …
Yes, I’m campaigning for Mayor of Wellington city. There’s a twist however: I’m not promising lots of bright shiny stuff, or things that give you a warm fuzzy feeling, or …
“I can and I will:” Diane Calvert promises to fix the buses Read More »
Wellington Regional Stadium Trust (WRST) and Sky Network Television Ltd (Sky) have announced a new partnership that will see Sky secure the naming rights of the Stadium from 1 January. …
Rebranding – it’s to be called the Sky Stadium next year Read More »
The man convicted of assaulting Green Party co-leader James Shaw has reappeared in the Wellington District Court for a disputed facts hearing. Photo: RNZ Paul Harris, 47, who had name …
A moderate 4.6 magnitude earthquake has been recorded 30km east of Seddon and was felt all the way in Wellington. Photo: GeoNet GeoNet reports about 2900 people felt the quake at …
Wellington businesses are being urged to become ‘China ready’ before up to 10,000 new Chinese tourists visit the capital this cruise ship season. The cruise ship Ovation of the Seas …
Wellington businesses urged to become ‘China ready’ Read More »
Wellington City Council has spent nearly $800,000 of ratepayers money trying to get the Shelley Bay redevelopment off the ground. Photo: RNZ /SUPPLIED Figures obtained by RNZ through an Official Information …
Nearly $800k spent on controversial Shelly Bay development Read More »
Wellington city councillors have raised concerns the costs of a review of the steps the council took around the Shelly Bay development will balloon. Shelly Bay development plans. Photo: RNZ /SUPPLIED It’s …
The builders of a high-rise block of apartments in central Wellington resisted getting translations done of important Chinese quality control documents. The 20-storey building is nearly complete. Photo: RNZ / Phil Pennington …
Lost in translation: Wellington City Council drops demands for quality control documents Read More »
SH2, HOROKIWI TO NGAURANGA, SOUTHBOUND – CRASH – 6:55AM A crash is currently BLOCKING the right southbound lane on #SH2 before the Ngauranga Interchange. Please expect significant delays on …
Crash blocking Southbound lane on SH2 before Ngauranga Interchange Read More »
Wellington City Councillor Andy Foster is spicing up Wellington’s Mayoral contest by entering the race. “I’ve never had so many people say they want a change, and ask me to …
Andy Foster enters mayoral race – wants to restore vision, energy and progress Read More »
Mayor: Norbert Hausberg Don Newt McDonald Jenny Condie Justin Lester Conor Hill Diane Calvert Andy Foster Andrew Cox Ajay Rathod Motukairangi/Eastern Ward Steph Edlin Sarah Free Sean Rush Bernard O’Shaughnessy …
List of nominated candidates for local elections released Read More »
Candidate for Wellington mayor, Dr Jenny Condie, has welcomed the independent review of the process surrounding City Council decisions on Shelly Bay development. “Wellingtonians need to know whether process was followed and …
Mayoral candidate Jenny Condie welcomes review of Shelly Bay decisions Read More »
This morning, Ronnie van Hout’s Quasi was installed on the roof of City Gallery Wellington with the help of Wellington Helicopters Limited. The five-metre hybrid face-hand will be perched atop the Gallery …
Quasi, a face-hand, has landed on the roof of City Gallery Read More »
The first contract of Let’s Get Wellington Moving’s (LGWM) early delivery programme will be up for tender next week, a milestone for LGWM’s next phase, says Programme Director Andrew Body. …
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With transport set to be the big issue in this year’s local elections, the Traffic Jam podcast is running two meetings to help voters decide which candidates will get Wellington …
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Helene Ritchie is standing for the Wellington Regional Council. “I will be a strong, experienced, effective, and proactive voice for the Wellington public, focusing on returning a reliable bus …
Helene Ritchie aiming for seat on regional council Read More »
Wellington surfers braved the cold wind and took to the water to ride the biggest waves in 20 years yesterday. Photo: RNZ / Jonathan Mitchell MetService said huge swells of up …
Surf’s up: Lyall Bay’s biggest waves in 20 years Read More »
Plans for a new Archives facility in Wellington, to improve the protection of and access to some of New Zealand’s most significant and valuable documents, were announced by Internal Affairs …
Plans for new Archives building next to National Library Read More »
Conor Hill today made his campaign official, nominating for both Mayor of Wellington and for the Wharangi/Onslow-Western ward. Conor Hill said: “It’s an honour and a privilege to run for …
Conor Hill is candidate for council as well as Wellington mayoralty Read More »
Buses are replacing all Wellington trains after a power issue that temporarily suspended all services in and out of the capital this morning. Commuters wait for trains at Wellington Railway …
Wellington trains briefly suspended: power issue could cause delays Read More »
About 100 environmental protesters attempted to stick ‘eviction notices’ on the Majestic Centre in Wellington this morning, where the Austrian oil company OMV is based. Protesters march to the Austrian …
Activists handing over eviction notice to oil giant’s Wellington HQ Read More »
Residents in a Wellington suburb say a bottle store is not in keeping with the village and its presence would increase alcohol consumption in the neighbourhood. Khandallah residents at the …
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A chronic bus driver shortage continues to plague the Capital’s peak hours services. A new double decker bus Photo: RNZ / Emma Hatton In a bid to ‘provide a better service’ the …
Sustainable business champion Laurie Foon has launched her campaign for the Wellington City Council’s Paekawakawa/Southern Ward as a Green party candidate. She says a “youthful determination for change” is behind …
Laurie Foon standing for southern ward: “determination for change” Read More »
Metlink has released details on a range of temporary peak bus changes as part of measures to provide customers with certainty over the next six months, while Tranzurban addresses its …
Metlink suspending some peak-hour bus services, with “inconvenience” for travellers Read More »
Wellington City Councillor for Wharangi/Onslow-Western Ward Diane Calvert has announced her candidacy for the Wellington City Council mayoralty. “We know our city is special; the home of the arts, a …
Councillor is candidate for Wellington mayoralty – “city needs real leadership” Read More »
Jenny Condie today announced that she is standing for election as mayor of Wellington. Her announcement was published on Facebook and Twitter: I’m delighted to announce my candidacy for mayor …
Jenny Condie – a “blue-green” – becomes third mayoral candidate for Wellington Read More »
Wellington regional councillors realised how little power they have in managing consents for water bottling at an Environment Committee meeting today. Photo: 123 RF The council is currently considering a 30-year …
Wellington regional councillors explore water-bottling options Read More »
The Ombudsman is investigating a letter sent to Transport Minister Phil Twyford by his Associate Minister Julie Anne Genter which she has refused to release publicly. Photo: RNZ Ms Genter, a …
Ombudsman investigates after Julie Anne Genter refuses to make letter public Read More »
ReCut Kumutoto is coming to the capital next week, showcasing some of the best emerging and established creative talent from New Zealand and beyond, over two nights of free events …
ReCut Kumutoto – bringing one-of-a-kind show to the waterfront Read More »
Smoke alarms saved the lives of a mother and father and three young children in the Wellington suburb of Strathmore over the weekend. (File photo) RNZ / Richard Tindiller By …
Smoke alarms save five lives in Strathmore house fire Read More »
UPDATE 5:50PM The Mt Victoria Tunnel is now OPEN once again following a #crash. Road users should continue to delays throughout the city. UPDATE 5:50PM The Mt Victoria Tunnel is …
UPDATED: Mt Victoria Tunnel open again after crash Read More »
Hundreds around the country are gathering at protests as part of the Ihumātao national day of action. Hundreds around the country are gathering at protests as part of the Ihumātao …
Hundreds turn out for Ihumātao solidarity rally in Wellington Read More »
Media release from Conor Hill Wellington mayoral candidate Conor Hill is calling for a change to rates that would make it more expensive for landowners to ‘bank’ land that could …
Candidate wants different rating system, to encourage more housing Read More »
A Wellington woman who is losing her sight and mobility to multiple sclerosis is fundraising $100,000 to travel to Mexico for a radical stem cell treatment to fight the disease. …
Wellington multiple sclerosis sufferer fundraising for stem cell treatment Read More »
Vodafone New Zealand, owned by Infratil and Brookfield Asset Management as of today, plans to switch on a 5G network in Wellington, Auckland, Christchurch and Queenstown in December. “5G …
5G in Wellington for Christmas – ten times faster speeds on smartphones Read More »
Originally from “just across the ditch” in Blenheim, Indie Rock group Daily J have been making waves throughout the country from their new base in Auckland. As part of their …
A man who perched on top of Wellington’s Terrace Tunnel for 10 hours causing traffic gridlock has been granted permanent name suppression and sentenced to community detention. The Terrace Tunnel …
Man in Terrace Tunnel standoff sentenced to community detention Read More »
More than 300 people are at the Cenotaph in Wellington calling for Oranga Tamariki to stop taking children from their families. Protesters calling for change at Oranga Tamariki at the …
Hundreds rally to call for change at Oranga Tamariki Read More »
Local Government New Zealand is calling for all eligible people to enrol to vote in the October local government elections. LGNZ Chief Executive Malcolm Alexander stressed the importance of …
Media release from Conor Hill Half of the Berhampore Golf Course could be transformed into affordable homes and facilities for the community, if Wellington voters elect Conor Hill as Mayor …
Communities over golf courses – Conor Hill’s plan for more affordable more homes Read More »
Two incidents are currently affecting power in the central city. Commuters are advised to expect delays this evening. There are two incidents which have affected power across the city …
The third public hearing into Operation Burnham is underway in Wellington. Sir Terence Arnold is chairing the inquiry into Operation Burnham. Photo: Pool / NZ Herald / Mark Mitchell The inquiry is …
Operation Burnham: Third public hearing begins in capital Read More »
**SYSTEM OUTAGE** Kia ora everyone, we’re currently experiencing some technical difficulties which has caused major delays on our phone lines. If you have any non-urgent queries, please email, DM, or …
Wellington City Council – Technical issues causing major delays Read More »
SH2 BELMONT, NORTHBOUND – CRASH – 5:15PM A #crash is BLOCKING northbound lanes near the intersection with Grounsell Crescent. Please take extra while passing and expect DELAYS. SH2 BELMONT, …
On Sunday 21 July 2019, in the fog, cold, and wind, 16 people from Thankyou Payroll joined Garth Baker from Brooklyn Trail Builders on the top of Polhill Reserve, Te …
From Wellington City Council Pedestrian Management Westpac Stadium 7.30pm game starts Road Closures Featherston St Left Lane Closure to be installed in conjunction with Bunny St closure. Pre Event 5pm–7.35pm …
Waka Welcome at Whare Waka Tribute from Wellington City Council Ko te whaea te takere o te waka Mothers are like the hull of a canoe, they are the …
Wellington mourns the death of Whaea June Jackson Read More »
Ahead of their clash with South Africa tomorrow night at Westpac Stadium, All Blacks Richie Mo’unga, Angus Ta’avao, and Joe Moody visited MetService’s national forecast centre in Kelburn yesterday. …
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An external review of the Hutt District Health Board in Wellington says midwifery staffing levels should be increased significantly. The report says the maternity service “has been plagued by a …
Review recommends significant increase of midwives at Hutt DHB Read More »
SH1 NGAURANGA GORGE, NORTHBOUND – TRUCK BREAKDOWN – 3:20PM A truck breakdown is currently BLOCKING the centre right northbound lane, prior to the Newlands off-ramp. Please expect DELAYS, as …
Breakdown blocking Northbound lane – SH1 Ngauranga Gorge Read More »
A year into the problem-plagued overhaul of the capital’s bus network, the region’s leaders say they still need more time to fix the problems. A bus-less bus hub in Miramar, …
Thirty buses cancelled every day, but no quick fix in sight Read More »
Protestors have today blocked a central city intersection to demonstrate solidarity with similar protests at Ihumātao. Photo: Sean Stack / TWA The majority of protestors moved away from the intersection …
The two Greenpeace climbers who are scaling the outside of the tallest building in Wellington have unfurled the first of a series of banners. Abigail Smith and Nick Hanafin have …
Greenpeace climbers hang climate change banner on CBD’s tallest building Read More »
Former city councillor Ruth Gotlieb has died, after decades of community service. Mrs Gotlieb, who was in her 90s, had a long and successful career serving the people of Wellington. …
Death of Ruth Gotlieb, city councillor for 18 years Read More »
Greenpeace activists are climbing a multi-storey building in central Wellington to try to reach the headquarters of Austrian oil company OMV. Two activists seen climbing the Majestic Centre in an …
Greenpeace activists scaling Wellington high rise Read More »
Press Release – E Tu As the July school holidays finish, the Labour candidates for the Wellington City Council are pledging to make school holidays in Wellington in the future …
Labour candidates commit to better school holidays in Wellington Read More »
Some flights in and out of Wellington and Christchurch are being delayed, diverted or cancelled because of heavy fog this morning. Fog at Wellington Airport. (file photo) Photo: RNZ / Rob Dixon …
Fog causes flight disruptions in Wellington and Christchurch Read More »
Nominations opened today for the local elections in October. Staff at the city council are telling us that they want nominations for the mayoralty as well as for councillors. …
Election nominations now open – with councils’ encouragement Read More »
More than 700 tickets to next week’s rugby Test between the All Blacks and South Africa in Wellington have been cancelled after being classified as fraudulent. Ticket seller Ticketek …
More than 700 tickets to All Blacks Test cancelled Read More »
Press Release – Wellington Chamber of Commerce The Wellington Chamber of Commerce is encouraging Wellingtonians to consider standing in the upcoming Local Government 2019 elections. Candidate nominations open this …
CofC wants “business savvy and community minded” candidates for the elections Read More »
Media release from Simon Marsh Simon “Swampy” Marsh is stepping down as a Wellington City Councillor after nine years representing the Eastern Ward. “I have always lived by the mantra …
Simon Marsh not standing again for WCC; “nine years is enough” Read More »
Media release from Conor Hill Wellington mayoral candidate Conor Hill today released his thriving communities policy with the aim of creating vibrant suburbs rather than urban sprawl. Conor Hill said: …
Mayoral candidate backs thriving communities, not urban sprawl Read More »
Wellington’s regional council chair Chris Laidlaw has confirmed he won’t run in the local body elections this October. Transport Minister Phil Twyford (center), Wellington City Mayor Justin Lester (left) and …
Chris Laidlaw rules himself out of council elections Read More »
Detectives re-examining the 1984 Wellington Trades Hall Bombing have been collecting DNA samples from suspects. Caretaker and unionist Ernie Abbott was killed almost instantly when he picked up the suitcase containing the …
Trades Hall bombing case re-opened, evidence released Read More »
Update 4:50pm Final UPDATE 4:50PM This Mt Victoria #Tunnel crash has been CLEARED and the tunnel is now OPEN in both directions. Resulting congestion is EASING, thanks for your patience. …
Crash closes Mt Victoria tunnel in both directions – UPDATED 4:50PM Read More »
Wellingtonian Ralph Johns imagines Wellington City’s new library Since the Wellington City Library was suddenly closed a couple of months ago there has been a strong feeling that something is …
SH1 NGAURANGA GORGE, SOUTHBOUND – CRASH – Update: 7:40 AM A #crash was BLOCKING the right southbound lane just prior to the Ngauranga Interchange. Expect delays while congestion eases …
The first Wellington firearms collection events for buy-back and amnesty will be held on 20 and 21 July at Trentham Racecourse in Upper Hutt. Photo: RNZ / Richard Tindiller The …
Police collecting prohibited firearms at Trentham on Saturday and Sunday Read More »
The election campaign has begun. In Wellington, not one but two new political parties say they’ll be naming candidates for the city council. And there’s an independent candidate challenging mayor …
A packed public meeting last night heard a leading architect and a leading structural engineer insist that Wellington’s Central Library can be strengthened and reopened. And they estimated a cost …
Local councils are being asked to sign off on major buildings when they have big gaps in what they know about the steel frames and seismic strength. Photo: 123rf That’s according …
Councils lacking knowledge about seismic strength of buildings – SCNZ Read More »
Department of Conservation rangers are on high alert for ‘penguin call-outs’ after they’ve been spotted waddling around Wellington. Two renegade penguins have completely ignored police and returned to their illegal …
DOC on high alert after penguins ignored police, returned to sushi shop Read More »
An e-scooter survey found half of all users do not want to ride on footpaths. Photo: RNZ / Colin Peacock The survey was distributed via interest groups and social media …
E-scooters between ‘rock of the footpath…hard place of the road’ Read More »
We are phone2park, a locally owned and operated technology company. We provide mobile payment options for Wellingtonians using city council operated parking. We have 16,000 users and have been operating …
Local parking payment company losing WCC contract after 15 years Read More »
Making Wellington’s central library earthquake-safe could cost more than $100 million, says the city’s mayor. The building was closed in March following engineering advice, and the council says detailed plans and costs …
Quake proofing the capital’s library could cost $100m Read More »
Wellington train services have started running a full service again after being closed for several hours today. Photo: RNZ / Jonathan Mitchell Services on the Kapiti and Hutt Valley lines stopped …
A climate change advocacy group hosted a party at Wellington Railway Station yesterday morning to remind commuters about the threat of sea level rise. Photo: Supplied. Generation Zero, a volunteer, youth-led …
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Conor Hill announced today that he will run as an independent candidate for Mayor of Wellington. Here’s his announcement. Conor Hill loves Wellington, and wants it to be the best …
Let’s dance! Independent candidate to run for Wellington mayoralty Read More »
Wellington City Council have reignited the debate around Shelly Bay, with another vote due to be held on whether to sell or lease council-owned land. Photo: RNZ /SUPPLIED In 2017, the …
Shelly Bay: Decision to sell council land to be revisited Read More »
SH2 KOROKORO, SOUTHBOUND – CRASH – 5:45PM A crash is currently BLOCKING the right southbound lane, south of the #Dowse Drive on-ramp. Please take extra care while passing and …
Two and a half years ago, fed up with online trading sites available, Hooman Bahreini, a Wellington based software developer, started a journey to code a completely new e-commerce site …
Wgtn software developer fighting for a better world, one click at a time. Read More »
A father and his two young daughters, who had been missing in bush near Wellington since yesterday, have been found safe and well. The Lees Grove entrance to East Harbour …
Family missing in Wellington regional park overnight found Read More »
A rare type of snail only found on a specific hill in Wellington is being threatened by mountain bikers’ unauthorised trails, an ecological group says. Te Ahumairangi Hill in Wellington, …
Rare Wellington snails under threat from mountain bikers Read More »
A father and his two girls aged 11 and 14 are missing in Days Bay, near Wellington, after failing to return from a hike. The Lees Grove entrance to East …
Man and two daughters still missing after overnight search Read More »
The Wellington City Council introduced a Public Place Recycling bin trial to the capital last May, and a recent audit show it’s doing well – but we could do better. …
Mixed results from public recycling trial – too much contamination Read More »
A Wellington man is fed up trying to get Bunnings in Lyall Bay to keep their plastic in check, but the hardware chain has said it has been making efforts …
The country’s largest ever effort to eradicate introduced pests from an urban area has begun in Wellington. The $2.4 million project from Predator Free Wellington aims to eliminate rodents, possums and mustelids from …
A year after a revamp of Wellington’s bus network threw routes and services into disarray, the regional council is consulting with the public to try and fix it. Commuters at …
Wellington City Council seeks more consultation as bus network woes continue Read More »
The Wellington Branch of the NZ Institute of Architects is to stage a public meeting on the fate of the Wellington Central Library, the Ian Athfield-designed building that has been closed …
Architects organise public meeting on fate of Central Library Read More »
Regional Public Health (RPH) Wellington has been notified of a case of measles and is asking people who may have been in contact with that person to watch out for …
Another measles case (after a flight from Auckland) in Wellington Read More »
Regional Council Chair Chris Laidlaw says today’s launch of stage one of Predator Free Wellington’s project is an important step towards improving biodiversity in our region. “We’re so proud to …
Predator Free Wellington launches stage one of a “world first” Read More »
A union representing Wellington bus drivers says they aren’t being given the amount of breaks that they should be. Photo: RNZ / Richard Tindiller New laws around meals and paid breaks …
Union says bus drivers aren’t getting proper breaks Read More »
Economist Shamubeel Eaqub has produced a study, believed to be Wellington’s first, on the city’s specific rental history. The purpose of the study was for The Wellington Company to understand …
Wellington rent increase – 80 per cent in 15 years Read More »
A report shows changes to the way bus services are contracted has driven down driver wages and conditions in Auckland and Wellington. Photo: 123rf Consultancy firm Allen and Clarke was commissioned …
Drop in Auckland and Wellington bus driver wages addressed in new report Read More »
SH1 NGAURANGA GORGE, NORTHBOUND – CRASH – 7:35AM A #crash is BLOCKING the right northbound lane, just before the Kiwi Point off-ramp. Please expect #delays and pass the inverse …
Northbound crash on SH1 Ngauranga Gorge causing delays Read More »
Surprise? Household emissions have risen, risen, and we can point the finger at how much we drive. So what can we do? NZ’s greenhouse gas emissions have barely budged in a …
Hundreds of students at Victoria University of Wellington are demanding an end to the cruel Forced Swim Test. Students from over a dozen clubs, including the Psychology Club, have signed …
CubaDupa has just announced their dates for the 2020 festival along with the opening of Expressions of Interest / Artist Applications. The last weekend of summer will see CubaDupa return …
CubaDupa looking for next year’s performers and ideas Read More »
The Transport Accident Investigation Commission has opened an inquiry into the derailment of a freight train at Wellington on Tuesday. Circumstances reported to date are that the loaded train was travelling …
Safety concerns: investigation begins into freight train derailment Read More »
Police were shocked and disappointed by the number of motorists using cell phones while driving in Wellington yesterday. Photo: RNZ / Richard Tindiller Seventy-eight drivers were issued with infringement notices …
75 Wellington motorists ticketed for using cellphones while driving in CBD Read More »
WELLINGTON TRAFFIC – EXPECT DELAYS Southbound traffic is looking heavier than usual this morning, despite train services being back up and running. Please allow extra time on your journey …
Wellington’s regional council is defending the way it dealt with widespread transport disruption in the capital yesterday, when a train derailment ended in traffic gridlock. Traffic backed up on the …
Wellington trains running again after transport chaos Read More »
WGTN TRAFFIC – SIGNIFICANT NORTHBOUND DELAYS – 4:40PM Traffic is significantly CONGESTED on #SH1 and #SH2. Queues from Ngauranga go back through The Terrace Tunnel. The Urban Motorway, all on-ramps …
Commuters should expect significant delays: advised to delay travel Read More »
Candles for Assange events in Wellington and Auckland on Wednesday will kick off global actions around the world in support of Julian Assange, who faces an US extradition indictment in …
Wellington rail commuters face major disruption today after a freight train was derailed just outside Wellington station last night. Photo: RNZ / Jonathan Mitchell There have been no train services in …
Major travel disruption as Wellington trains cancelled by derailment Read More »
Hamilton-based fuel supplier Waitomo is set to disrupt the capital’s fuel market on Tuesday, with the opening of their first central Wellington site in Tinakori. Hot on the heels …
Cut price petrol on Tinakori Road starting at midday Read More »
The council-owned water services company Wellington Water, and global environmental services provider Veolia, have signed a 10 year, $17 million per year contract to operate and maintain the four wastewater …
Private company signs $170m deal to control Wellington’s wastewater Read More »
Fighting the war on plastic rubbish has just become easier for recycling businesses. China’s refusal to take New Zealand’s waste has been a wake-up call, says associate Environment Minister Eugenie …
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The deadline for landlords to have their rented properties properly insulated has now passed. Here’s what tenants and landlords should know about the new rules. Photo: 123RF The new standards The …
Property insulation deadline: What you need to know Read More »
A boost in government spending looks likely to push the capital to win the economic race between the regions. Westpac’s Regional Roundup report forecasted Wellington to become the economic powerhouse …
Wellington predicted to be economic powerhouse in new report Read More »
Trains on the Hutt Valley and Wairarapa lines in Wellington this morning were delayed due to ice on the overhead wires. HVL WRL: Services on the Hutt Valley and Wairarapa …
Ice causes delays on Hutt Valley and Wairarapa trains Read More »
Warning: This article contains graphic details A man who admitted fatally stabbing a Petone pensioner and decapitating him has been given a life sentence and will remain behind bars for …
Man who murdered and decapitated Petone pensioner get 17 years Read More »
Wellington’s Regional Council is blaming a perfect storm of new operators, buses, routes, driver shortages and design failures for the shambolic introduction of new bus services a year ago. Photo: RNZ / Emma …
Wellington bus network troubles blamed on city’s challenges Read More »
SH2 NGAURANGA, SOUTHBOUND – CRASH – 5:15PM A crash is currently BLOCKING the right southbound lane, prior to the Ngauranga interchange. Please take extra care while passing and expect …
Crash blocking southbound lane on SH2 prior to Ngauranga interchange Read More »
The Wellington City Council has adopted its Annual Plan/Mahere ā-Tau for 2019/20. The plan outlines $557 million worth of operational and $240 million worth of capital spending on seven …
Average rates increase for Wellington will be 3.9 per cent Read More »
Four further cases of measles have been confirmed in Wellington, taking the total for the year to 15 in the region. \ Photo: 123rf.com Medical Officer of Health Annette Nesdale said …
Measles outbreak: Warning to Wellington residents as more cases detected Read More »
Wellington Mayor Justin Lester has warned people not to “be a d–k” when it comes to the replaced Len Lye sculpture on the city’s waterfront. The place where the Len …
Wellington mayor warns rule-benders over Len Lye sculpture Read More »
Update 9:25am – The Terrace Tunnel is now open again in both directions SH1 TERRACE TUNNEL – OVERHEIGHT VEHICLE – 9:05AM Due to an overheight vehicle, the Terrace …
Terrace Tunnel closed to Southbound traffic – UPDATE – Tunnel Open Read More »
SH2 SILVERSTREAM, NORTHBOUND – SERIOUS CRASH – 5:20PM Due to a serious crash north of #Silverstream, there are significant northbound DELAYS building at the Haywards interchange. Please delay your …
Northbound crash on SH2 Silverstream causing significant delays Read More »
Wellington City Councillors have unanimously voted to support the Let’s Get Wellington Moving (LGWM) Indicative Package. At a full Council meeting today, they voted to: · Endorse the LGWM …
City councillors unanimously vote to support LGWM traffic plan Read More »
Breaker Bay Road is closed following a crash at about 1:30pm. A truck has rolled and its contents have spilled, blocking both lanes. Motorists are asked to avoid the area. …
The Wellington family doctor who had sex with vulnerable women patients is being de-registered from practising medicine and he must pay a total of $31,700. Photo: 123RF The Health Practitioners Disciplinary …
Doctor has registration cancelled after sex with vulnerable patients Read More »
Wellington’s regional councillors have criticised a multibillion-dollar plan to fix Wellington’s congestion woes as not doing enough to reduce emissions or clear congestion. The Mount Victoria Tunnel is one of …
Multi-billion dollar plan to fix Wellington’s traffic woes criticised Read More »
The Regional Council will target climate change, natural resources and public transport challenges across the region after adopting its annual plan for 2019/20 today. Acting Council Chair Barbara Donaldson …
Any bus issues? Regional Council targetting climate change and public transport Read More »
A Wellington family doctor has today pleaded guilty to professional misconduct, after he had sex with vulnerable women patients. Photo: 123RF Deane Drew appeared before the Health Practitioners Disciplinary Tribunal in …
Family doctor admits having sex with vulnerable patients Read More »
SH2 MELLING, SOUTHBOUND – BREAKDOWN – 6:05PM A #breakdown is currently BLOCKING the middle southbound lane, prior to the intersection with Tirohanga Rd. Please take extra care while passing and …
Breakdown blocking southbound lane on SH2 Melling Read More »
Residents of Nelson Bays, the West Coast and Marlborough need to hit the brakes, according to New Zealand Police data analysed by Teletrac Navman, specialists in GPS-based fleet management technology. Wellington …
Heat map reveals Wellington drivers get fewest speeding tickets Read More »
The Wellington City Council has extended the licence for Onzo to continue operating their ‘dockless’ bike hire system in the capital until the end of 2020. Councillor Sarah Free, …
110,000 trips in first 6 months – Onzo bikes licence extended till end of next year Read More »
A programme which aims to end homelessness has been rolled out in Wellington. Housing Minister Phil Twyford Photo: RNZ / Richard Tindiller Housing Minister Phil Twyford today unveiled the plan to get …
Housing First aims to shelter 200 homeless people in Wellington Read More »
Wellingtonians can make some pocket money this weekend if they ditch their plastic bottles in exchange for cash “refunds” at an event run by zero waste campaigners on Saturday. The …
Cash refunds for ditching plastic bottles this weekend Read More »
The rare book collection at Wellington Central Library is set to get a new home at the City Archives building. Wellington Central Library’s ‘rare’ collection of items will be moved …
Wellington Central Library’s rare book collection gets new home Read More »
More Wellingtonians are taking buses and trains to and from work. More people have been catching trains in Wellington after extra investment in the service, says Wellington Mayor Justin Lester. Photo: RNZ …
Public transport becoming a more popular option in Wellington Read More »
SH2 NGAURANGA, NORTHBOUND – CRASH – 1:05PM A #crash is BLOCKING the right northbound lane just prior to the Hutt on-ramp. Emergency services on-site. Please take extra care while …
One year ago today, on Winter Solstice 21st June, The Wellington App launched. (…along with the auspicious birth of the Prime Ministers daughter and a 4.6 magnitude earthquake.) The owners …
Wellington’s popular cable car is out of action today because of an operating system fault. Photo: RNZ / Rebekah Parsons-King Problems were discovered during regular overnight testing on Wednesday, Wellington City …
Fault puts a halt to Wellington cable car service Read More »
The Wellington Waterfront will be set alight on Friday with ahi (fire), kai (food), and entertainment from over 30 musical groups, artists and performers for Ahi Kā – a celebration …
Fire and food for Friday’s Matariki celebrations on the waterfront Read More »
This Matariki a constellation of Aotearoa’s artists will be creating a multimedia, cinematic experience on water. Mana Moana is a collaboration between musicians, artists, writers and choreographers to produce a …
Wellington’s waterfront to host Matariki spectacle Read More »
SH1 TE ARO, NORTHBOUND – CRASH – 6PM Due to a #crash before the intersection with Victoria Street, the right two lanes are currently BLOCKED. Please expect significant delays throughout …
Crash blocking two Northbound lanes of SH1 at intersection with Victoria St Read More »
TEDxWellington 2019, which takes place Sunday August 11 at Te Auaha, has announced speakers and is now open for ticket registrations. Wellington’s premier TEDx event is BACK for their 6th …
Registrations open now for TEDx Wellington tickets Read More »
Wellington has become the latest city to declare a climate emergency. People at the council meeting calling for it to declare a climate emergency. Photo: RNZ / Charlotte Cook The declaration was …
Cable Car closed on 20/6/2019. Free Replacement bus service every 20 minutes from 7am to 7pm. We apologise for the inconvenience. — Wellington Cable Car (@WellyCableCar) June 19, 2019
