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Te Rua Archives New Zealand building in Pipitea, Wellington, viewed at dusk. The large modern archive facility features a copper-toned lower façade and glass upper levels glowing with interior lights, with pedestrians and traffic visible along the street.

Wellington’s Te Rua Archives named New Zealand’s top civic, health and arts property

June 18, 2026 Tim Wilson 0

Wellington’s Te Rua Archives New Zealand has been recognised as the country’s leading civic, health and arts property, taking out a major honour at the […]

Members of Drax Project pose inside Wellington Town Hall, standing beneath the venue’s ornate restored ceiling ahead of the grand opening concert in February 2027.

Drax Project and Bret McKenzie to open Wellington Town Hall

June 17, 2026 Tim Wilson 0

A landmark moment in Wellington’s cultural story is set to take centre stage when Drax Project & Friends headline the Grand Opening of Te Whare […]

Te Matapihi ki te Ao Nui, Wellington’s central library, lit at dusk with its distinctive nikau palm columns visible outside.

Central library wins three architecture awards

June 14, 2026 Tim Wilson 0

Wellington’s central library, Te Matapihi ki te Ao Nui, has won three honours at the 2026 Wellington Regional Architecture Awards, taking out the Heritage and […]

Members of the NZSO National Youth Orchestra rehearse with French horns and brass instruments ahead of their ocean-themed La Mer performances celebrating WWF-New Zealand's 50th anniversary.

Youth orchestra celebrates ocean and conservation milestone in Wellington

June 11, 2026 Tim Wilson 0

The NZSO National Youth Orchestra will celebrate WWF-New Zealand’s 50th anniversary with a special ocean-themed concert in Wellington next month, bringing together some of the […]

Wastewater erupts from a maintenance hole on Island Bay Parade during the sewage spill that affected properties and businesses in the Wellington suburb.

Island Bay residents demand answers after sewage spill

June 10, 2026 Tim Wilson 0

Two pieces of timber blocking a wastewater pipe caused last week’s major sewage spill in Island Bay, Wellington Water’s Chris Fleck told RNZ. Raw sewage […]

Promotional graphic for Wellington Community Pools and Active Wellington winter activities. A large cartoon orca splashes in the centre beneath the headline "Splash Bash pool party". Surrounding images show a cup of coffee promoting Laps & Latte, cyclists on a group ride, a bike repair workshop, a child at a holiday programme, and a pool staff member. Dates, times and booking information for community recreation activities are included.

Active winter events keep Wellington moving

June 5, 2026 Tim Wilson 0

Wellington families, swimmers and cyclists have a busy month ahead, with low-cost recreation events, guided rides and school holiday activities running across the city in […]

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 […]