More Than 50 Artists Opened Their Doors Across Wellington’s South Coast September13,2026 - More than 50 artists opened their studios and community spaces across Wellington’s South Coast this weekend for the fifth annual South Coast Arts Trail. The [...]
Wellington’s spring and summer calendar fills with festivals, exhibitions and major concerts September2,2026 - Wellington is heading into a busy few months, with festivals, exhibitions, new venues and major concerts scheduled across the city through to early 2027. Festivals [...]
Wellington artist Lynn Blann brings Italian-selected artwork home for exhibition August27,2026 - A Wellington artist selected for a prestigious international art exhibition in Italy will showcase her work in the capital next month, giving local audiences the [...]
Tiaki Wai’s trust crisis: water boss goes public as Wellington residents demand answers August 26, 2026 Wellington’s new water organisation is facing its biggest challenge yet: convincing residents it can be trusted to fix the region’s ageing infrastructure while keeping household… ...
Five finalists named for Burger Wellington 2026 August 25, 2026 Five burgers are left in the race to be crowned Burger Wellington champion for 2026 after a record-breaking public vote. Visa Wellington On a Plate… ...
World of WearableArt GLO! set to light up Wellington August 24, 2026 World of WearableArt will return to Wellington next month, bringing more than 100 finalist garments from around the world to the stage for the 2026… ...
Khandallah Pool to stay closed for another summer August 27, 2026 Khandallah Pool will remain closed throughout the 2026/27 summer as Wellington City Council prepares for a $7.5 million refurbishment of the century-old facility. The council… ...
Wellington households could pay more for Moa Point power upgrade August 27, 2026 Wellington households could face an increase in electricity bills if a Commerce Commission proposal allowing Wellington Electricity to recover costs for a major Moa Point… ... Tiaki Wai’s trust crisis: water boss goes public as Wellington residents demand answers August 26, 2026 Wellington’s new water organisation is facing its biggest challenge yet: convincing residents it can be trusted to fix the region’s ageing infrastructure while keeping household… ... Five finalists named for Burger Wellington 2026 August 25, 2026 Five burgers are left in the race to be crowned Burger Wellington champion for 2026 after a record-breaking public vote. Visa Wellington On a Plate… ... World of WearableArt GLO! set to light up Wellington August 24, 2026 World of WearableArt will return to Wellington next month, bringing more than 100 finalist garments from around the world to the stage for the 2026… ...
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… ...
Man charged after $400 Manners Street eatery robbery August 21, 2026 A 40-year-old man has been charged after an inner-city Wellington eatery was robbed on Manners Street on Thursday night. Police received multiple reports shortly after… ...
Cohen Holloway stars in Circa political satire August 20, 2026 Actor and comedian Cohen Holloway is among the Wellington performers taking the stage in Public Service Announcements, now running at Circa Theatre. The long-running political… ...
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… ...
Victoria University invites Wellington students for major Open Day August 18, 2026 More than 5,300 high school students and caregivers have registered for Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington’s Open Day this Friday, 21 August. Prospective students… ...
Beervana returns to Wellington this week August 17, 2026 Beer lovers from across the region will descend on Hnry Stadium this week as Beervana returns to Wellington for two days of craft beer, food… ...
Children’s peace exhibition returns to Johnsonville August 17, 2026 A children’s art exhibition celebrating hopes for a more peaceful world has returned to Johnsonville for its 11th year. Tūmanako 2026 is on display at… ...
Sri Lankan High Commissioner visits Wellington IT company August 14, 2026 Sri Lanka’s High Commissioner to New Zealand, Prasanna Gamage, has visited Wellington-based IT company Data Torque to discuss potential business partnerships and opportunities in Sri… ...
Family History Day brings genealogy to Tawa August 11, 2026 Wellington residents interested in tracing their family history can explore their roots at a free Family History Day in Tawa on Saturday, 29 August. The… ...
Wellington councillor Tony Randle dies August 9, 2026 Wellington City Council has acknowledged the death of Takapū/Northern Ward councillor Tony Randle. Cr Randle was first elected to the council in 2022 and was… ...From commercial kitchens to career changes: meet nine Wellington businesses you need to know (August 8, 2026) What do a commercial kitchen specialist, a Thorndon hair salon, a career coach, a funeral home, an architect, a masonry team, a property manager, a… ...
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… ...
Police renew appeal to find missing Ngaio man (August 6, 2026) Wellington Police are asking Ngaio residents and the wider public to help locate 42-year-old Simon, who has been missing since Saturday 25 July. Simon was… ...
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 Saints book NBL grand final rematch (August 3, 2026) 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.… ...
Hanne Jøstensen brings winter tour home to Island Bay (August 2, 2026) 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 Saints beat Nuggets to book semi-final spot (July 31, 2026) The Wellington Saints are through to the NZNBL semi-finals after defeating the Otago Nuggets 94-81 in their elimination final. The Saints overcame a competitive start… ...
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… ...
Victoria University names 2026 Pasifika writer in residence (July 29, 2026) 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 (July 28, 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… ...
Cancer bill seeks better protection for firefighters (July 27, 2026) Wellington firefighters who develop one of 21 specified cancers could gain easier access to ACC support under a new Green Party member’s bill. The proposal… ...
Yellow slicks around Wellington likely pollen (July 26, 2026) Yellow dust appearing in Wellington waterways, along the coastline, in gutters and on cars is likely to be pollen rather than pollution, Greater Wellington says.… ...
Millionth native tree planted in regional parks (July 24, 2026) 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 (July 23, 2026) 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 (July 22, 2026) 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… ...
Victoria University volunteers to plant 2,500 native trees (July 21, 2026) More than 180 volunteers will head to Ōhāriu Valley this week to plant 2,500 native trees as part of a long-term project restoring native forest… ...
Wellington College pupils bound for Edinburgh Fringe (July 21, 2026) Eleven Wellington College pupils will perform at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe in August, presenting an original production developed through months of rehearsal and creative collaboration.… ...
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… ...
Wellington concert marks teen pianist’s NZSO solo debut (July 17, 2026) Sixteen-year-old pianist Shan Liu will make his New Zealand Symphony Orchestra solo debut in Wellington this month. The Year 12 student will perform Prokofiev’s Piano… ...
