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… ...
Crash on SH1 Wellington causes major commuter delays (April 14, 2026) 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 (April 13, 2026) 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 (April 12, 2026) 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… ...
SH58 closed after serious crash near Belmont Rd (March 31, 2026) State Highway 58 between Haywards and Pāuatahanui remains closed following a serious crash near Belmont Rd on Tuesday afternoon, with delays expected into the evening.… ...
250+ Local Businesses Supporting Community News in Porirua (March 31, 2026) The Porirua News Business Directory has passed 250 local business listings, marking a significant show of support for independent community journalism in Porirua City. Launched… ...
Wellington roads this week: Night closures and stop-go controls (March 27, 2026) Wellington drivers are being warned to expect delays, detours and overnight closures as a busy week of state highway roadworks rolls out from Saturday, March… ...
Two die in North Wellington Crash (March 26, 2026) Two people have been found dead after a car was discovered upside down in a stream on Mākara Beach Road in rural Wellington on Wednesday… ...
Regional News: Car crashes into Wellington stream (March 25, 2026) Emergency services have closed part of Mākara Rd this morning after a car was found upside down in a rural stream west of Wellington. Police… ...
Wellington commuters shift to buses and trains (March 24, 2026) Wellington residents are increasingly turning to public transport as concerns grow over global fuel supply, with early signs showing a rise in bus and train… ...
Wellington Drivers: Roadworks bring closures and delays this week (March 20, 2026) Motorists across Wellington are being urged to allow extra travel time this week, with multiple state highway works bringing lane closures, stop-go controls and overnight… ...
