Wellington Saints book NBL grand final rematch
The Wellington Saints will face the Southland Sharks in the 2026 Sal’s NBL grand final after both teams recorded convincing semifinal wins at the weekend. […]
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Hanne Jøstensen brings winter tour home to Island Bay
Wellington-based Norwegian songwriter Hanne Jøstensen will finish her six-show winter tour with a performance at St Hilda’s Island Bay Anglican Church on Sunday, September 13. […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Jerry Collins’ daughter Honey Kerslake signs with English Premiership club
Story first published on Porirua News The daughter of Wellington rugby legend Jerry Collins has signed her first senior contract with English women’s rugby club […]
Government names new Cook Strait ferries Kupe and Cook
The Government has confirmed KiwiRail will operate New Zealand’s two new Cook Strait rail ferries, which will be named Kupe and Cook when they enter […]
