New Zealand's capital, Wellington, has commenced clean-up operations in its hardest-hit areas following flash floods caused by heavy rainfall.

Flash floods have struck Wellington, the capital of New Zealand, and its surrounding areas. Residents reported the heaviest rainfall in years, with streams turning into rivers, prompting warnings from authorities.

Bashii, a Sumatran tiger at Wellington Zoo, has passed away, prompting an announcement from the zoo.

Police have identified 29-year-old Nathaniel Sturmey as the victim found dead at a property in Lower Hutt, Wellington, earlier this month. A homicide investigation is underway.

Overseas tour operators report that the perceived unreliability of the Cook Strait ferry service is causing international tourists to bypass New Zealand's Wellington region and the Top of the South.

Four teenagers have been arrested after a ram-raid incident in the Miramar suburb of Wellington, where a store's front door was smashed and a car was left at the scene.

New Zealand comedy duo Flight of the Conchords, Bret McKenzie and Jemaine Clement, announced four reunion shows in Wellington, which sold out within minutes of tickets going on sale.

Jono Ridler completed a record-breaking 1400km swim down New Zealand's North Island, arriving in Wellington. His swim aimed to raise awareness and unite New Zealanders against bottom trawling.

Wellington gardener Zoe Barry is on a mission to demonstrate that anyone can grow their own food, even with limited space or budget, offering practical advice for aspiring home gardeners.

A 57-year-old Wellington businessman, charged with posting harmful digital communications, has been granted name suppression after arguing that publication of his name would endanger his safety.

A fuel crisis in Wellington, New Zealand, has led to a significant increase in public transport ridership, with bus usage reaching a record 2.7 million trips in March.

Fire crews were called to a two-story apartment building on Pirie Street in Wellington, New Zealand, at the base of Mount Victoria, following a gas leak that prompted an evacuation.

The Deputy Prime Minister is speaking at the Wellington Chamber of Commerce.

Metlink has expressed concerns after individuals were observed walking on railway tracks, including the Ava Railway Bridge, in Wellington, New Zealand.

The Cuccurullo family in Wellington, New Zealand, has upheld a 60-year tradition of cultivating tomatoes from seeds originally sourced in Capri in the 1960s, bringing a piece of Italy to their local community.

Taiwan's Defense Minister Wellington Koo confirmed that the next package of US arms sales, valued at $14 billion, is on track after the government received a letter of assurance from Washington, amidst Chinese objections and upcoming US-China summit preparations.

A burst pipe has cut off water supply to Brooklyn, Mornington, and Vogeltown in Wellington, with crews from Wellington Water working to restore service in stages.

Residents in Wellington, New Zealand, are facing a significant increase in water bills, with projections indicating annual costs could reach an estimated $6800 for water services by 2036.

Wellington, New Zealand, plans to eliminate all predators, including feral cats, possums, and rats, from the capital within the next ten years as part of an updated government initiative.

Residents of Wellington, New Zealand, are facing water bill increases of hundreds of dollars, with further rises anticipated, despite cost-of-living pressures.

Police in Wellington, New Zealand, are investigating after human remains, possibly dating back to the 17th century, were discovered on a property in Ōwhiro Bay.

Dame Kerry Prendergast said she was "shocked" by the suspension, as she had not noticed the demerit points adding up over two years,

Tensions are reportedly brewing within the Wellington City Council over its new headquarters, with executives securing prime views while the mayor faces a carpark outlook.

Police in Wellington, New Zealand, are appealing for public assistance to solve a violent robbery that occurred on Tuesday afternoon, leaving the victim hospitalized with multiple injuries.

Associate Education Minister David Seymour announced a new iwi-led charter school for the Wellington region, aiming to ensure that none of its students fall through gaps in the education system.

An apartment block in central Wellington was evacuated following a fire, with two people present in the apartment at the time of the incident.

A ceremony will officially reopen the newly strengthened and renovated Wellington Library, which boasts a collection of new features.

Victoria University in Wellington, New Zealand, hosted a public presentation for the return of a marble head depicting a Roman woman from the Antonine period (2nd century) to Italy.

A preliminary report into the Moa Point wastewater treatment plant will not be made public while the crown review is taking place, Wellington Water says.

An open letter decrying the introduction of powers to enable police to relocate people from certain areas has been sent to the Prime Minister.

Police and a helicopter rescued boaters and a diver off Wellington's southern coast after gale-force winds pushed their boat out to sea, leaving the diver stranded in the water.

Wellington City Council is considering significant budget cuts, including selling cars, slashing consultant and climate budgets, and bringing traffic management in-house, to curb rising rates.

Last month, a fault at the wastewater plant caused it to shut down, sending up to 70 million litres of untreated sewage into the sea each day.

According to a CIA document, Mojtaba Khamenei, son of Iran's Supreme Leader, sought medical treatment for months at Wellington and Cromwell hospitals in London.

New Zealand’s tourism industry still needs to do more if it is to regain its title as the nation’s biggest earner of overseas revenue. While foreign visitor spending gained 7 per cent to a record NZ$18.1 billion (US$11 billion) in the 12 months through March 2025, it still lags behind the dairy industry’s NZ$23.1 billion of exports in the same period, according to government data released on Tuesday in Wellington. Tourism overtook dairy as the nation’s top overseas earner in 2016 and remained...

Wellington Water crews are currently responding to a wastewater leak on Marine Drive in Eastbourne, marking another incident for the region.

Last minute negotiations as Wellington City Council unveils plan for term ahead  NZ Herald

Residents and surf lifesaving clubs are seeking more information on offshore water quality on Wellington's South Coast following a sewage spill, despite a partial lifting of a local ban.

A pedestrian was seriously injured after being struck by a bus on Willis Street in Wellington, New Zealand, on Friday morning. Emergency services responded to the crash around 10am.

Hutt City Council is seeking assurance regarding its Seaview plant after a sewage treatment plant in Wellington, Moa Point, experienced a significant failure in February, flooding a room with sewage.

The tunnel is on a main route from Wellington city to the airport.

The mayor of Wellington, New Zealand, is looking to reopen city beaches after a sewage disaster, stating that the risk of contamination now appears low.

The extremely gusty nature of last week's storm was making it take longer than expected to restore power to some, Wellington Electricity says.

Wellington, New Zealand, is experiencing a public health crisis as millions of litres of raw sewage have poured into the ocean, leading to abandoned beaches and widespread public outrage.

Dwell Housing Trust and Downtown Community Ministry in Wellington have partnered to house 16 rough sleepers since January, though the initiative acknowledges that more efforts are needed to address the full extent of homelessness.

Torrential rain has caused widespread flooding in Wellington suburbs, leading to the evacuation of dozens of residents and cutting off roads. Communities are bracing for further downpours as more rain is expected.

Bashii, an 18-year-old Sumatran tiger at Wellington Zoo, has died after suffering from kidney disease, which had compromised his quality of life.

A sludge project in Wellington, New Zealand, is facing significant issues after its budget ballooned to $500 million, prompting the hiring of consultants to address the problems.

A coroner ruled that Irene Katsougiannis of Wellington died from a blow with a heavy ornament, killed by her son who later died in Hong Kong after a spending spree.

An outbreak of a potentially fatal virus affecting dogs has been reported in Wellington, New Zealand, prompting warnings to pet owners.

The Greater Wellington Regional Council Chair has requested government intervention to encourage public transport use, as Metlink faces significant increases in diesel costs.

A new report outlines the extent of damage to the Moa Point sewage treatment plant in Wellington, New Zealand, confirming that February flooding severely impacted critical mechanical equipment.

A New Zealand doctor sent a bill to the US embassy in Wellington for his clinic's energy crisis costs, claiming the US initiated an 'unnecessary war' that caused the oil crisis.

A New Zealand doctor has sent an invoice for nearly $3,000 to the US embassy in Wellington, seeking reimbursement for rising petrol costs and stating the USA should be held accountable.

A US firm has received consent for a $650 million takeover of a Wellington-based parts trader, marking a significant acquisition in the sector.

Wellington councillors and the mayor skipped the blessing of their new headquarters, highlighting ongoing tensions regarding office space.

Maritime NZ has detained Bluebridge's Connemara ferry in Wellington following an inspection, 10 days after a technical fault had already forced the suspension of the ship's services.

Dozens of people are protesting in a Wellington cathedral to oppose new move-on orders planned by the government, holding an overnight vigil.

Kiwi populations in Ruapehu, Tongariro, Wellington, and Taranaki regions of New Zealand have been significantly boosted by kiwis from sanctuaries.

New Zealand media company Stuff has announced the closure of its Wellington newspaper print plant, a decision that will result in 30 job losses.

The Italian Embassy in Wellington is collaborating with the 'Show Me Shorts' festival to present the 'Italian Short Film Night,' an annual event in New Zealand dedicated to contemporary Italian cinema.

A New Zealand minister has expressed concern for Wellington ratepayers and intervened regarding proposed water charges, indicating potential government oversight on local utility costs.

Residents of Wellington, New Zealand, are warned that they could face average water bills of $6800 within the next decade, a 'sobering' forecast.

Wellington Airport has finished a significant upgrade to its runway safety, installing new safety zones designed to prevent planes from overrunning the runway during takeoff or landing.

Greater Wellington Regional Council has advised people not to swim or let their dogs near the water.

British authorities have intercepted a shipment of nearly a ton of cocaine, valued at over $100 million, that originated from Nicaragua and was en route to the UK.

Residents of Wellington are split on plans to revamp the State Highway 1 corridor from the Terrace Tunnel to Kilbirnie, a project estimated to cost between $2.9 billion and $3.8 billion.

Wellington Water has issued a warning about potential odors at Moa Point as crews continue refurbishment work on the plant, which was forced to shut down in February after a catastrophic failure released millions of liters of untreated sewage.

Fire crews from Wellington have been called in to help tackle a warehouse fire in Manawatū, with a spokesperson noting that the 'high fuel loading of various types' including industrial shelving is making the blaze difficult to control.

State Highway 2 in Wellington is experiencing heavy congestion following two separate crashes. One lane remains blocked from the first crash, causing traffic queues extending back to the Melling intersection.

The New Zealand government will publicly release the findings of an inquiry into the catastrophic failure of the Moa Point wastewater plant next week. This comes just over five weeks after a massive backflow of sewage flooded the plant, which has been discharging millions of litres of raw sewage into the Cook Strait daily since February.

Rydges Wellington and Sofitel Queenstown hotels have been sold to American buyers for $250 million, marking a significant transaction in the New Zealand hospitality sector.

Woman accidentally pays $700 for takeaway latte at Wellington festival  NZ Herald

A new wave of invasive millipede pests are crawling out of the soil and into homes on Wellington's south coast, but there's a plan to set a parasitic worm onto them in an attempt to control them.

Wellington City Council has unveiled a proposal for multi-million dollar savings, which could potentially lead to staff cuts.

Fine Hawke’s Bay weekend ahead as scooter riders hit the highway to Wellington  NZ Herald

Sewing machines, 3D printers and a taniwha slide sit amongst the hundreds of thousands of books inside the fresh, five storey library.

Wellington labour market shows 'no sign of picking up' while rest of country bounces back  NZ Herald

A business owner in Wellington is accusing authorities of failing to enforce parking regulations, allowing an illegally parked car to remain on a semi-permanent basis.

On the back of their sold out get together, the iconic Kiwi band have announced sets for Auckland and Wellington.

(ANSA) - ROMA, 27 FEB - The Italian Embassy in Wellington presents the concert 'Memoria: Echoes & Transformations', a recital by Italian-New Zealand pianist Flavio Villani, scheduled for Saturday, March 7, at 7:00 p.m. at the Centre of Musical Arts in Nelson, a coastal city in New Zealand. The event, also organized by Comites Italiani all'Estero, features a program of music by Bach-Busoni, Brahms, Franck, and the 'In Memoriam Suite', a composition written by the pianist. The initiative is par...

Public transport fares in Wellington, New Zealand, are scheduled to increase starting in May, with discounts for off-peak bus and train fares also set to decrease by 10 percent.

The mayor of Wellington, New Zealand, took a public swim to reassure residents that the sea is safe after a wastewater treatment plant malfunction caused raw sewage to leak into the ocean and spray onto coastal homes.

Taiwan is at risk of missing out on three US-approved weapons packages for the first time because of delays to a stalled NT$1.25 trillion (US$40 billion) special defence budget in the legislature. The unprecedented situation has prompted Defence Minister Wellington Koo Li-hsiung to urge opposition lawmakers to give the budget emergency authorisation ahead of a March 15 deadline, when letters of offer and acceptance for three arms deals will expire. If the deals – to buy M109A7 self-propelled...

What would DJ Mu think of the piece? Artist Otis Frizzell reckons he would have been both "stoked" and "sheepishly embarrassed".

The city's southern coast has been off limits since the Moa Point treatment plant failed, sending millions of litres of untreated sewage to the sea daily.

An initiative in New Zealand's Akatarawa Valley is converting waste hops from a Wellington brewery, cotton offcuts, and forestry slash into a beneficial soil enhancer, dubbed 'black gold'.

Wellington-based songwriter and singer Hanne Jøstensen's new song 'Lighthouse' is a tribute to the resilience of coastal people and specifically to the remote Norwegian island where she grew up.

Italian Design Day activities included a dialogue among architects and designers at the Italian Consulate in Paris, while Wellington was announced as the host city for Italian Design Day 2026.

A New Zealand environmental group is planning a protest in Wellington on Friday to oppose the export of waste materials to Fiji.

Motorists in Wellington are facing delays of up to an hour after significant congestion built up following a crash on an arterial route into the city.

Wellington's new water entity, Tiaki Wai, is under review by the Commerce Commission regarding its proposed charges, which could reach up to $6800 annually for residents in a decade, as it seeks to upgrade aging infrastructure.

A police dog team successfully tracked down teenagers involved in an early morning ram raid in Wellington, New Zealand.

Public transport users in Wellington will soon be able to pay for bus and train fares using credit cards, debit cards, or mobile payments, as contactless payment systems are rolled out before fare increases in May.

Armed police in Wellington, New Zealand, responded to an incident in Petone, leading to the arrest of three individuals.

A Wellington man, deemed "undeserving," has had his name suppressed by the court following allegations of harmful online posts, indicating an ongoing legal case.

A former Wellington mayoral candidate has been trespassed from the Upper Hutt council offices following an unspecified incident.

Additional Bluebridge Connemara ferry sailings have been cancelled in New Zealand after waterways regulator Maritime NZ delayed clearance for the ship, which was detained in Wellington following a recent inspection.

Wellington police are investigating multiple reports of a man approaching young children in the area, prompting a public safety alert.

Wellington composers Sam Scott and Lukasz Buda discuss the eclectic soundtrack they created for the beloved Kiwi film 'Hunt for the Wilderpeople' as it returns to cinemas for its 10th anniversary.

Wellington Water is inviting tenders to address persistent odour issues at the Seaview wastewater treatment plant, which has been a source of complaints from local residents for years due to breaches of consent.

New Zealand has initiated the next phase of an ambitious conservation program aimed at making Wellington a 'predator-free city' to ensure the survival of its endangered national bird, the Kiwi.

Archive New Zealand has opened its new Wellington building, Te Rua, which has been lauded as a success for public-private partnerships, though the ultimate storage location for the nation's archives remains uncertain.

Hamilton and Wellington airports in New Zealand are planning significant upgrades to accommodate larger aircraft and strengthen their air connectivity.

Emergency services are at the scene of a crash in Wellington, though details regarding the number of vehicles involved or potential injuries are currently unclear.

A 57-year-old Wellington businessman appeared in District Court, pleading not guilty to charges related to posting harmful digital communications on Facebook.

Taiwan's Defense Minister Wellington Koo stated that the Chinese Communist Party has never abandoned the option of annexing Taiwan by force, urging a reinforcement of the island's defenses.

Dense fog caused significant disruption at Wellington Airport on Friday morning, leading to 12 flight cancellations and 10 delays.

The Bank of Cyprus held 30 meetings with major global investment funds, including Wellington, Fidelity, and T. Rowe Price, during the Morgan Stanley European Financial Conference in London, signaling strong investor interest.

A draft report was meant to be released earlier this week, but Wellington Water says a final version will now come out on Friday.

Wellington Muzengeza questions Zimbabwean opposition politician Jacob Ngarivhume

Wellington Central Library reopens after seven years, $217m makeover  NZ Herald

Record number of Pasifika midwives join Wellington workforce, giving ‘culturally grounded’ care  NZ Herald

Investigators appointed over Wellington sewage disaster, answers months away  NZ Herald

The former deputy commissioner used police funds to pay for up to 10 stays at hotels in Wellington during an affair.

Missing Wellington woman 'found safe and well' after getting lost in Tararua Range  NZ Herald

Protesters say they want to call attention to the situation in Iran and express solidarity with people they say are living under repression.

Hundreds of patients in the Greater Wellington region had been offered $150 petrol payments to travel out of the district for diagnostic procedure.

Zealandia conservation and restoration general manager Jo Ledington told RNZ the weather event had been described as like being in a "snow globe".

Fire crews rescued a person seriously hurt after being trapped between a truck and a skip in Wellington, New Zealand.

Renovations to add much-needed space to the ED are underway with workers saying they've had up to 26 patients in the corridor.

Fixing the failed Moa Point plant has quickly become a key part of the council's three year plan.

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Much of the south coast has been listed as unsuitable for swimming, as well the bulk of the inner harbour including Oriental Bay after rain.

The council lifted the ban on swimming and gathering kai moana in the area, excluding Tarakena Bay.

Shop owner Kate Necklen says it would be "awesome" to see people back at south coast bays which have been off limits since a sewage plant failure.

Wellington Mayor Andrew Little stated that the council and health authorities must be practical and realistic regarding public access to beaches, implying a need for balanced approaches rather than simply advising people to stay away.

Wellington Electricity hoped to restore power to all storm-hit properties that did not need complex repairs by Monday night,

A program named 'Lifting the Lid', launched in Wellington in 2022 and now operating in several regions of New Zealand, is making a significant impact by funding counselling services accessible within 24 hours.

Metlink fares in Wellington, New Zealand, are set to increase by 3.1 percent later this year, making public transport more expensive for commuters.