Wellington-born 11-year-old signs with Paris FC
A Wellington-born footballer of Samoan heritage has been signed by Paris FC, opening a pathway towards professional football in France. Aquila Peleseuma, 11, is the […]
Education
Author to sign copies of new crime and justice book in Karori
Readers will have the chance to meet journalist and author Asher Emanuel when he visits Marsden Books in Karori later this month to sign copies […]
Central library wins three architecture awards
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 […]
Active winter events keep Wellington moving
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 […]
Waenga opens new Wellington arts venue
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 […]
Victoria University elevates Kiwi climate ideas
Six New Zealand climate solutions have been nominated by Te Herenga Waka, Victoria University of Wellington, for the 2026 Earthshot Prize, recognising local work to […]
Metlink raises fares, cuts off-peak discount
Wellington public transport passengers are paying higher fares after Metlink increased prices by 3.1 percent on Friday, May 15. The off-peak Snapper fare discount has […]
Wellington College students strengthen German ties
Wellington College students are building international connections through a long-running exchange programme with Germany. Last week, Year 10 and 11 German students attended a cultural […]
Wellington old boy wins Sydney scholarship
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. […]
Wellington to welcome Ngāti Toa charter school Kura Toa
An iwi-led charter school backed by Ngāti Toa Rangatira is set to open in the Wellington region in Term 3, 2026, aiming to expand kaupapa […]
