The Latest Breaking News from Wellington

England bowlers ‘licking their lips’ over prospect of green pitch for second New Zealand Test

Ben Stokes’ side are unchanged for Wellington clash, with Ollie Robinson, James Anderson and Stuart Broad all playing

Evening Standard · Feb 23, 2023

England stick with winning team for series decider on grassy pitch in Wellington

Stuart Broad, James Anderson and Ollie Robinson have all been cleared to play.

The Independent UK · Feb 23, 2023

England chase magnificent seven as New Zealand battle with Bazball

England aim to continue winning run while the Black Caps will hope to counter tourists’ tactics at their Wellington stronghold

The Guardian - UK · Feb 22, 2023

Why restoring long-distance passenger rail makes sense in New Zealand -- for people and the climate

A recent parliamentary inquiry into passenger rail drew 1700 submissions, suggesting growing support for the return of long-distance trains in Aotearoa.

The Conversation · Feb 12, 2023

Do look up: 1,000 street lights at risk of falling, Wellington tells residents

New Zealand city council says ‘you would be seriously injured or killed’ by lamps weighing up to 15kg, like a microwave or bulk sack of rice

The Guardian - AU · Feb 10, 2023

India vs NZ in T20Is: Interesting stats and trivia

On what India captain Hardik Pandya called a 'shocker of a wicket', Team India managed to pull off a 6 wicket win off their penultimate delivery of their innings against the visiting Kiwis on Sunday to level the 3 match T20I series at 1-1.

The Times of India · Jan 30, 2023

Rural NSW town marks Australia Day early

The town of Wellington in country NSW is holding Australia Day events one day early to recognise its Indigenous community and boost crowd numbers.

AAP · Jan 25, 2023

Hipkins, Sepuloni to lead NZ Labour

New Zealand Labour MPs have greeted outgoing leader Jacinda Ardern and anointed successor Chris Hipkins with applause in Wellington.

AAP · Jan 22, 2023

Troubleshooter Chris Hipkins faces a tough road as New Zealand PM

Chris Hipkins, set to become New Zealand's prime minister, built a reputation for competence in tackling COVID-19, though he acknowledges some mistakes in handling the pandemic and faces a tough battle to retain power in an October general election.

Reuters · Jan 21, 2023

Chris Hipkins named to succeed Jacinda Ardern as New Zealand prime minister

WELLINGTON, New Zealand — New Zealand’s ruling Labour Party said Chris Hipkins is the sole nominee to succeed outgoing leader Jacinda Ardern, all but confirming he will become the nation’s next prime minister.

Tribune News Service · Jan 20, 2023