The Latest Breaking News from Wellington

An 11-Day Middle-earth Fantasy in New Zealand

New Zealand's geography feels magically pulled straight from J.R.R. Tolkien's stories.

Reason · Aug 19, 2025

Japanese warships visit New Zealand's capital for the first time in almost 90 years

Japanese warships on Friday docked in New Zealand’s capital for the first time in almost 90 years

The Independent UK · Aug 8, 2025

Patterson husband's poison fears pre-dated deadly lunch

Erin Patterson's estranged husband feared she was poisoning him on several camping trips in the years before she murdered his loved ones.

AAP · Aug 7, 2025

‘Cool, calm and collected’: Maro Itoje cements Lions legacy in second Test cauldron

Itoje has led the Lions to a series victory in Australia eight years after announcing his arrival with a tour de force in Wellington

The Independent UK · Jul 27, 2025

Auckland is NZ’s ‘primate city’ but its potential remains caged in by poor planning and vision

The recent report comparing Auckland to nine international peer cities delivered an uncomfortable truth: our largest city is falling behind, hampered by car dependency, low-density housing and “weak economic performance”.

The Conversation · Jul 23, 2025

Wellington Phoenix vs. Wrexham: How to Watch Preseason Friendly

Wrexham continue their preseason adventure down under against Wellington Phoenix this weekend.

Sports Illustrated · Jul 18, 2025

Caught in the contest between China and the west, the Cook Islands asks where its future lies

After the Pacific nation struck deals with Beijing, New Zealand abruptly cut off millions of dollars in critical aid and funding

The Guardian - AU · Jul 14, 2025

Palu injury blow as Wallaroos feel Black Ferns' force

The Wallaroos held New Zealand at bay in a promising first half before succumbing in Wellington for a 29th consecutive loss, 37-12 to their trans-Tasman rivals.

AAP · Jul 12, 2025

New Zealand 37-12 Australia: women’s rugby union Test – as it happened

The Wallaroos’ losing streak against the Black Ferns continues despite a strong first half in Wellington

The Guardian - AU · Jul 12, 2025

Wallaroos look to step up against champion Black Ferns

Wallaroos coach Jo Yapp would love to leave Wellington with Australia's first win over New Zealand as the Australian women's side continues to show improvement.

AAP · Jul 10, 2025