Wellington Saints beat Nuggets to book semi-final spot
The Wellington Saints are through to the NZNBL semi-finals after defeating the Otago Nuggets 94-81 in their elimination final. The Saints overcame a competitive start […]
Month: July 2026
Wellington firefighters set for 50th nationwide strike
Career firefighters and other Fire and Emergency workers will walk off the job for one hour on Friday as their union marks its 50th strike […]
New Wellington Blood Bank opens at hospital
A new purpose-built blood bank has opened at Wellington Regional Hospital, providing more space for specialist testing and helping meet growing demand across the region. […]
Victoria University names 2026 Pasifika writer in residence
Victoria University of Wellington has appointed writer and performer Kasi Valu as its Emerging Pasifika Writer in Residence for 2026. Valu will spend three months […]
Capitol brings rich seasonal menu to Wellington On a Plate 2026
Capitol Restaurant is bringing a four-course set menu to Wellington On a Plate 2026, built around local produce, seasonal cooking and bold winter flavours. The […]
Cancer bill seeks better protection for firefighters
Wellington firefighters who develop one of 21 specified cancers could gain easier access to ACC support under a new Green Party member’s bill. The proposal […]
Yellow slicks around Wellington likely pollen
Yellow dust appearing in Wellington waterways, along the coastline, in gutters and on cars is likely to be pollen rather than pollution, Greater Wellington says. […]
Millionth native tree planted in regional parks
One million native trees have now been planted across Greater Wellington regional parks through the council’s Recloaking Papatūānuku programme. The millionth tree was planted at […]
Verb Readers & Writers Festival returns to Wellington
Verb Readers & Writers Festival will return to Wellington from September 25 to 27, bringing more than 20 events and over 50 writers and artists […]
Wellington sportsman Russ Robinson dies aged 80
Well-known Wellington sportsman and billiards administrator Russell “Russ” Robinson has died aged 80. Russ died peacefully on June 18, 2026, one day after his 80th […]
