From Pizzas to Security, Mechanics to Home Maintenance: Meet This Week’s Business Directory Members September 8, 2026 Nine Wellington businesses spanning food, trades, gardening, security, automotive services and martial arts have joined the Wellington News Business Directory this week. The new members… ...
Eastern Wellington bus changes head to council decision August 31, 2026 Major changes aimed at improving bus services between central Wellington and the eastern suburbs will go before councillors for a decision on Wednesday. Wellington City… ...
Wellington streets face new parking and traffic changes August 27, 2026 Parking restrictions, stopping rules and traffic controls across 14 Wellington locations are being considered by Wellington City Council. The proposed changes affect streets from Wadestown… ...
Five nights of Cobham Drive roadworks start Sunday August 22, 2026 Wellington motorists using Cobham Drive face five nights of roadworks from Sunday as crews rebuild part of the busy State Highway 1 route. NZ Transport… ...
Dirt bike rider arrested after waterfront chase in Wellington August 19, 2026 A dirt bike rider has been arrested after an alleged joyride through central Wellington ended with a foot chase along the waterfront. Police said an… ...
Night roadworks to affect Vivian Street and Ngauranga August 16, 2026 Wellington motorists can expect a series of overnight lane and ramp closures next week as state highway works continue around Te Aro and Ngauranga. On… ...
From sharp cuts to dream homes: meet nine Wellington businesses worth knowing August 8, 2026 A Cuba Street barber, a boutique property manager, specialist builders, heavy vehicle experts, kitchen designers and even a private chauffeur service are among the latest… ...
Terrace, Mt Victoria and Arras tunnels to close on consecutive Wellington nights August 7, 2026 Three central-city tunnels will close on successive nights, while Wellington Road at Kilbirnie will shut southbound on Tuesday and Wednesday nights for resurfacing. The restrictions… ...
Regional council backs single Wellington authority August 5, 2026 Greater Wellington Regional Council has agreed to support a single unitary authority for the Wellington region, saying key services including public transport, flood protection and… ...Wellington firefighters set for 50th nationwide strike (July 31, 2026) 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… ...
Government names new Cook Strait ferries Kupe and Cook (July 20, 2026) 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… ...
Wellington finalists announced for 2026 community awards (July 19, 2026) 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… ...
Dreamgirls mural brings Matariki storytelling to Wellington streetscape (July 7, 2026) A new public artwork celebrating Matariki has been created in central Wellington through a collaboration between Dreamgirls Art Collective and jewellery brand Pandora. The large-scale… ...
Gas leak closes Mount Victoria intersection (June 30, 2026) A gas leak closed part of Mount Victoria this morning after a gas main was struck near the intersection of Pirie Street and Austin Street.… ...
Wastewater overflow affects SH2 near Ngauranga (June 27, 2026) A wastewater overflow on State Highway 2 near Ngauranga is continuing to affect traffic and discharge into Wellington Harbour through stormwater drains. Wellington Water said… ...
Wellington drivers urged to take care in wild weather (June 26, 2026) 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 Businesses Back Community News (June 25, 2026) A new group of Wellington businesses has joined the Wellington News Business Directory as founding members, helping support independent community news while making it easier… ...
Bus and car crash closes central Wellington intersection (June 22, 2026) A crash between a bus carrying high school students and a car closed a major central Wellington intersection on Monday morning. Police said State Highway… ...
Shared path reopens, coastal swell warnings remain (June 9, 2026) The shared path between Ngauranga and Petone has reopened after heavy swells eased this afternoon, but people are still being urged to take care as… ...
Train derails at Khandallah Station, six injured (June 6, 2026) Emergency services responded to a train derailment at Khandallah Station in Wellington on Saturday evening, with reports that six passengers were injured. Police said they… ...
Active winter events keep Wellington moving (June 5, 2026) 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… ...
Massey Road closes, seawall repairs begin (May 26, 2026) Massey Road between Shelly Bay and Scorching Bay will close from early June until October 2026 while crews repair three sections of seawall supporting the… ...
Metlink raises fares, cuts off-peak discount (May 18, 2026) 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 Police issue warning after surge in road deaths (May 3, 2026) 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 (April 19, 2026) 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 (April 18, 2026) 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 (April 18, 2026) 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 (April 15, 2026) 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 (April 15, 2026) 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… ...
