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. […]
Environment
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 […]
Victoria University volunteers to plant 2,500 native trees
More than 180 volunteers will head to Ōhāriu Valley this week to plant 2,500 native trees as part of a long-term project restoring native forest […]
Wellington finalists announced for 2026 community awards
Eighty-one Wellington City groups, organisations and community initiatives have been named finalists in the 2026 Wellington Airport Regional Community Awards. The awards recognise volunteers and […]
Bird flu reaches Wellington, native species at risk
A brown skua found at Petone Beach is being held in secure isolation at Wellington Zoo after becoming New Zealand’s first confirmed case of H5N1 […]
Tawa’s Bucket Tree Wins National Title
Tawa’s iconic Bucket Tree has been named New Zealand Tree of the Year 2026. The tree won the national title after strong public support during […]
Wellington drivers urged to take care in wild weather
Wellington City motorists are being urged to take extra care as wind and rain continue to affect roads across the lower North Island. Police are […]
Wellington News welcomes eight founding members to the Business Directory
Wellington News is pleased to welcome eight of the founding members of the Wellington News Business Directory, helping readers find and support trusted local businesses […]
Wellington still discharges screened sewage
Wellington’s Moa Point Wastewater Treatment Plant is not expected to be fully restored until February 2027, with screened wastewater continuing to be discharged into Cook […]
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 […]
