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 […]
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Wellington Police issue warning after surge in road deaths
Wellington District Police are urging drivers to take greater care after a sharp rise in road deaths across New Zealand. The warning follows 18 deaths […]
Thunderstorms sweep Wellington, heavy rain warnings issued
Severe thunderstorms moving across the Wellington region have prompted urgent warnings for Porirua, Lower Hutt and surrounding areas, with heavy rain expected to cause flooding […]
Wellington hosts Anzac Day services
Wellington will mark Anzac Day with a full programme of commemorations across the capital on Saturday, April 25, including a Dawn Service, national ceremony and […]
Night roadworks, ramp closures affect Wellington traffic
A series of overnight ramp closures and lane restrictions across Wellington’s motorway network will affect drivers this week, with works scheduled from Sunday through to […]
Greater Wellington seeks fuel relief, warns of cuts
Greater Wellington Regional Council is urging the Government to step in with targeted support for public transport as rising diesel prices put pressure on services […]
Council reappoints Corry, confirms leadership continuity
Greater Wellington Regional Council has reappointed chief executive Nigel Corry for a further two-year term following a formal performance review. The decision, confirmed on 14 […]
Crash on SH1 Wellington causes major commuter delays
Motorists faced significant delays into Wellington this morning after a crash on a key route caused congestion during peak travel time. The incident occurred just […]
Wellington Drivers: Night closures and tunnel works to disrupt traffic
Drivers across Wellington can expect widespread overnight disruptions this week, with multiple motorway closures, ramp shutdowns and tunnel maintenance works planned from Tawa to Kilbirnie. […]
Wellington rates rise trimmed, costs shift elsewhere
Wellington City Council has lowered its proposed rates increase to 7.4 percent for 2026–27, but the change comes alongside cost shifts that are likely to […]
