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Hurricanes first five-eighth Ruben Love prepares to kick during the Hurricanes' dominant Super Rugby Pacific quarter-final victory over the ACT Brumbies in Wellington. The image is framed by dramatic black and gold storm clouds and lightning effects, reflecting the Hurricanes' name and commanding performance.

Hurricanes Storm Into Semi-Final After Record-Breaking Wellington Win

June 8, 2026 Tim Wilson 0

The Hurricanes have booked their place in the Super Rugby Pacific semi-finals after crushing the ACT Brumbies 66-12 in a record-breaking performance in Wellington. Playing […]

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 […]

A Hurricanes player dives toward the try line while being tackled by a Crusaders defender during their Super Rugby Pacific match at One New Zealand Stadium in Christchurch.

Hurricanes suffer Crusader trouncing ahead of playoffs

May 30, 2026 Tim Wilson 0

The Hurricanes head into the Super Rugby Pacific playoffs with questions to answer after being comprehensively beaten 47-14 by the Crusaders at One New Zealand […]

Hurricanes player Cam Roigard holds a rugby ball in a match graphic promoting the round 16 Super Rugby Pacific clash against the Crusaders at One NZ Stadium on Friday, May 29.

Hurricanes target rare Crusaders season sweep

May 29, 2026 Tim Wilson 0

The Hurricanes will chase a rare season sweep over the Crusaders when the two sides meet in Christchurch tonight in the final round of Super […]

Hurricanes player dives over the try line with the ball during a Super Rugby Pacific match against the Highlanders.

Hurricanes secure top spot in Wellington

May 24, 2026 Tim Wilson 0

The Hurricanes have secured top seeding for the 2026 Super Rugby Pacific playoffs after a 45-28 win over the Highlanders at Hnry Stadium in Wellington […]

Melbourne City players celebrate during the Ninja A-League Women grand final against Wellington Phoenix at AAMI Park, while Phoenix players react after conceding a goal.

Phoenix fall short in historic A-League final

May 17, 2026 Tim Wilson 0

The Wellington Phoenix women’s fairytale Ninja A-League season has ended in heartbreak, losing 3-1 to Melbourne City in the grand final at AAMI Park on […]

Promotional graphic for the Ninja A-League Grand Final between Melbourne City and Wellington Phoenix at AAMI Park on Saturday, May 16. The image features players from both teams standing beside the championship trophy against a gold background, with club logos and match details displayed at the bottom.

Phoenix chase history in Melbourne final

May 14, 2026 Tim Wilson 0

The Wellington Phoenix FC women will carry the hopes of New Zealand football into Saturday’s Ninja A-League Grand Final after naming an unchanged squad for […]

Wellington Phoenix Women players celebrate on the field at Porirua Park after their historic A-League Women semi-final victory on Mother’s Day, surrounded by pink heart and floral artwork overlays.

Phoenix Make History on Mother’s Day

May 10, 2026 Tim Wilson 0

The Wellington Phoenix women are one win away from premiership glory after making history with a dramatic 2-0 extra-time win over Brisbane Roar at Porirua […]

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. […]

Wellington Phoenix player dribbles forward with the ball while a Brisbane Roar opponent chases closely behind during a semi-final match.

Wellington Phoenix under pressure as semi-final returns to home soil

May 4, 2026 Tim Wilson 0

Wellington Phoenix Women will return home needing a result after a 2-1 loss to Brisbane Roar in the first leg of their A-League Women semi-final. […]