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Alofiana Khan-Pereira dives low to ground the ball near the try line for the Warriors during their match against the Dolphins in Wellington.

Warriors go to the wire in Wellington April 26, 2026 The New Zealand Warriors have held their nerve to beat the Dolphins 20–18 in a tense ANZAC Round clash at Hnry Stadium in Wellington on… ...

Uniformed service personnel stand guard beside a cenotaph at dawn, overlooking a large crowd gathered for an Anzac Day service in Wellington.

Wellington gathers to reflect on Anzac Day April 25, 2026 Residents across the capital have paused in remembrance this morning as Anzac Day commemorations unfold, with thousands attending services and many others marking the day… ...

Infographic showing Wellington landslip damage and key recovery information, including emergency status, waste disposal options and safety warnings.

Recovery continues for Wellington, emergency stays in place April 24, 2026 A state of emergency remains across Wellington as authorities manage the aftermath of severe weather, with residents urged to stay alert for ongoing risks despite… ...

Hands gently cupping a lit candle in a dark setting, symbolising remembrance and mourning.

Police find body in search for missing Wellington man April 22, 2026 A body has been found during the search for missing Karori man Philip Sutton, Police say. Wellington District Prevention Manager Inspector Fleur de Bes said… ...

A Sumatran tiger with orange fur and black stripes lies on the ground, looking directly toward the camera, surrounded by greenery and rocks.

Wellington Zoo mourns beloved tiger Bashii April 21, 2026 Wellington Zoo has announced the passing of Bashii, its 18-year-old Sumatran tiger, after a rapid decline in health linked to kidney disease. Zoo staff said… ...

Portrait of a young teenage girl with black hair parted in the middle and styled back, wearing a light-coloured hoodie, looking directly at the camera with a neutral expression.

Police seek help finding missing Wellington teen April 21, 2026 Police are asking for the public’s help to locate a 13-year-old girl missing from the Wellington region, with concerns held for her welfare. Wellington District… ...

Red emergency-style graphic with bold white text reading “State of Emergency” against a dark red background with light streak effects.

State of emergency declared in Wellington as heavy rain hits region April 20, 2026 A state of emergency has been declared across the Wellington region as heavy rain, flooding and slips continue to impact communities on Monday afternoon. Wellington… ...

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Police seek missing Wellington man after flooding April 20, 2026 Police are urgently searching for a Karori man unaccounted for following severe weather in Wellington this morning. Wellington District Police said officers were called about… ...

Helmut Modlik stands at a podium speaking to an audience at an indoor event.

Wellington to welcome Ngāti Toa charter school Kura Toa April 19, 2026 An iwi-led charter school backed by Ngāti Toa Rangatira is set to open in the Wellington region in Term 3, 2026, aiming to expand kaupapa… ...

Lightning forks across a dark sky over Wellington’s coastline, with overlaid text reading “Severe Thunderstorm Warning Wellington”.

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… ...

Uniformed service personnel stand guard on the steps of a war memorial at night, illuminated by soft purple and white lighting, with trees and stone walls in the background.

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… ...

Charity hospital secures Cuba Street site and plans opening April 18, 2026 Wellington’s planned Dorothy Spotswood Charity Hospital has secured a central city site, with organisers confirming a lease has been signed for premises on upper Cuba… ...

A man dressed in black with a red-trimmed cap shouts into a megaphone against a white brick wall, referencing Pink Floyd’s The Wall. Red graffiti-style text reads “The Wall,” with additional text promoting a New Zealand tour in April and May 2026.

Pink Floyd Experience brings The Wall to Wellington April 17, 2026 The Pink Floyd Experience will bring its live tribute to The Wall to Wellington on May 9, with a show at TSB Arena. The tribute… ...

A Warriors player holds the ball while being tackled by two Dolphins players during an NRL match.

Wellington stadium sell-out sets league record April 16, 2026 Wellington’s Hnry Stadium has sold out nearly two weeks ahead of the One New Zealand Warriors’ Anzac Round clash, setting a new rugby league attendance… ...

Mackenzie Barry smiles in a Wellington Phoenix kit while standing among teammates, with a club graphic announcing her re-signing overlaid on the image.

Barry re-signs, Phoenix build defensive core April 16, 2026 Wellington Phoenix defender Mackenzie Barry will return for a sixth season, with the club confirming the re-signing of its most capped women’s player for the… ...

A Wellington Phoenix player in a light blue kit controls the ball mid-air while a Melbourne City opponent in a black kit closes in to defend during an A-League Men match.

Phoenix finals hopes fade after Melbourne loss April 16, 2026 The Wellington Phoenix’s push for an A-League Men finals spot has taken a significant hit after a 2–0 loss to Melbourne City in Round 24… ...

A yellow double-decker Metlink bus drives through a city street lined with historic buildings on a wet day.

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… ...

A middle-aged man wearing glasses and a blue blazer smiles at the camera in a well-lit indoor office setting.

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… ...

Traffic is backed up on a motorway as emergency services respond to a crash, with warning signage visible above the road.

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… ...

Promotional image for Romeo and Juliet showing actors in period costume embracing, with text describing the timeless love story.

Romeo and Juliet takes centre stage in Wellington April 13, 2026 A classic love story will be brought to life through music when the New Zealand Symphony Orchestra performs Romeo and Juliet in Wellington this winter.… ...

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 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 legend Jerry Collins inducted into Hall of Fame (April 13, 2026) Wellington rugby legend Jerry Collins has been posthumously inducted into the 2026 Pasifika Rugby Hall of Fame, recognising his enduring impact on the sport and… ...

Wellington rates plan opens for consultation (April 13, 2026) Wellington City Council will consult the public on its draft 2026/27 Annual Plan from 10 April to 10 May, with a proposed average rates increase… ...

Wellington film society draws crowds back to cinema (April 13, 2026) Nearly 2,000 Wellingtonians are spending their Monday nights at the movies, as the Wellington Film Society continues to grow its audience at The Embassy Theatre.… ...

ULTRA festival set for Wellington debut (April 13, 2026) ULTRA New Zealand will be held in Wellington for the first time, with the international music festival set to take over the waterfront in April.… ...

Wellington hosts WOW return, tickets on sale (April 13, 2026) Tickets for the 2026 World of WearableArt show have gone on sale, with the event set to return to Wellington this spring. The show, titled… ...

Wellington turns out for library reopening (April 13, 2026) Wellington Central Library has reopened, bringing large crowds back to the city’s main library for the first time since 2019. The central library reopened over… ...

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… ...

Te Ngākau Civic Square reopens, celebrates heritage, nature (April 12, 2026) Te Ngākau Civic Square will reopen to the public from Saturday 14 March, marking a major milestone in the capital’s civic precinct redevelopment and the… ...

Brass band championships bring music to capital (April 11, 2026) More than 1000 musicians are set to fill Wellington with sound as the National Brass Band Championships return to the city from April 8 to… ...

Heritage Round set for Hurricanes, Blues clash (April 11, 2026) Rugby fans are set for a throwback night as the Hurricanes host the Blues in a Heritage Round clash at Hnry Stadium on Saturday night.… ...

Wellington Students clean cathedral, serve wider community (April 11, 2026) Students from St Patrick's College, Wellington spent their weekend giving back to the community, carrying out a large-scale clean-up at Metropolitan Cathedral of the Sacred… ...

St Patrick’s College jazz band wins gold award (April 11, 2026) A student jazz group from St Patrick's College, Wellington has taken out a top honour at a national competition, earning praise from judges for their… ...

Rugby legacy inspires students at Wellington College (April 11, 2026) More than 280 students gathered at Wellington College last week to hear from former All Black and current Director of Rugby Neemia Tialata, as the… ...

Wellington Students test rocket skills, eggs survive landing (April 11, 2026) Students at Wellington College put their engineering skills to the test last month, launching homemade rockets carrying fragile cargo as part of a hands-on science… ...

Wastewater risk rises as storm heads to Wellington (April 11, 2026) Wellington residents are being warned untreated wastewater could be discharged off the south coast as severe weather linked to Cyclone Vaianu continues to hit the… ...

April 10 – Wahine Day remembered (April 10, 2026) The sinking of the Lyttelton–Wellington ferry Wahine on 10 April 1968 was New Zealand’s worst modern maritime disaster. Fifty-one people lost their lives that day,… ...

Police dog unit leads quick arrests, Miramar ram-raid (April 9, 2026) Four young people have appeared in court following an early morning ram-raid in Miramar, with police crediting a dog unit for helping locate the alleged… ...

Bic Runga, NZSO performance enchants Wellington crowd (April 8, 2026) Wellington music fans packed the Michael Fowler Centre on 2 April, as Bic Runga took the stage with the New Zealand Symphony Orchestra for a… ...

9 More Local Businesses join the Porirua News Business Directory (April 5, 2026) Nine more local businesses have joined the Porirua News Business Directory this week, continuing to build a strong, trusted network connecting the Porirua community with… ...