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Graphic promoting the 2026 King's Birthday Honours List featuring King Charles III in ceremonial uniform beside gold and white text on a black background.

King honours Wellington locals for service and leadership

June 2, 2026 Tim Wilson 0

Several Wellington residents have been recognised in the 2026 King’s Birthday Honours, with awards highlighting contributions to education, Māori development, science, conservation, disability advocacy and […]

Promotional image for Waenga showing eight cast members against a black background. A young woman wearing a red scarf stands in the foreground holding an identification card, while other characters, including police officers, a lawyer and young adults, look towards the camera.

Waenga opens new Wellington arts venue

May 31, 2026 Tim Wilson 0

A new theatre production exploring power, justice and civic participation will open Wellington City Council’s new central-city arts space next month before embarking on a […]

Water flows from a kitchen tap into a drinking glass on a sink bench.

New water entity plans $277 annual increase for Wellington City households

May 31, 2026 Tim Wilson 0

Wellington City households are being asked to pay hundreds of dollars more for water services as the region’s new water entity prepares to take over […]

Aerial view of central Wellington, showing the waterfront, civic buildings, office towers and surrounding hillside.

Wellington rates rise falls to 5.8 percent

May 27, 2026 Tim Wilson 0

Wellington City Council has agreed to progress its draft 2026/27 Annual Plan and budget with a forecast average rates increase of 5.8 percent, down from […]

Coastal road beside Wellington Harbour, with water on one side and bush-covered hillside on the other.

Massey Road closes, seawall repairs begin

May 26, 2026 Tim Wilson 0

Massey Road between Shelly Bay and Scorching Bay will close from early June until October 2026 while crews repair three sections of seawall supporting the […]

A group of uniformed personnel stand in formation as a suited man speaks with them outdoors.

Tawa reservist earns veterans’ support

May 24, 2026 Tim Wilson 0

A Tawa woman who supports former service personnel through Veterans’ Affairs is earning encouragement from her clients as she takes on a new role as […]

Promotional poster for Thai Festival Wellington 2026 celebrating 70 years of friendship between Thailand and New Zealand. The poster features a woman in traditional Thai dress dancing, Muay Thai fighters, Thai food, flowers, and Wellington-inspired graphics. Event details include Saturday 16 May, 10am to 5pm, with free entry.

Wellington celebrates 70 years of Thai friendship

May 15, 2026 Tim Wilson 0

A major Thai cultural festival will bring food, performances and traditional arts to central Wellington on Saturday as Thailand and New Zealand celebrate 70 years […]

Ethan Mupariwa holds his Wellington College Courtney O’Connor Scholarship certificate at the International College of Management, Sydney scholarship ceremony.

Wellington old boy wins Sydney scholarship

May 8, 2026 Tim Wilson 0

A Wellington College old boy is settling into life in Sydney after receiving a scholarship that opens a pathway to international study and industry experience. […]

Promotional poster for Wellington’s mayoral flood relief fund, featuring an image of flooding around central city buildings and a call to donate.

Flood relief fund launched after Wellington damage

May 5, 2026 Tim Wilson 0

Wellington City Council has launched a mayoral flood relief fund to support families affected by severe weather that struck the city’s southern suburbs last month. […]

Black background graphic with bold red and white text stating that 18 people have been killed on the roads in 10 days, attributed to Police.

Wellington Police issue warning after surge in road deaths

May 3, 2026 Tim Wilson 0

Wellington District Police are urging drivers to take greater care after a sharp rise in road deaths across New Zealand. The warning follows 18 deaths […]