Roman pianist Christian Leotta will present a concert at Victoria University of Wellington featuring works by Domenico Scarlatti and tracing the instrument's musical history.
Wellington Management has partnered with Blackstone and Vanguard Group to introduce two new funds, aiming to provide individual investors with access to private investment opportunities.
Andrew Little has publicly endorsed Labour MP Greg O’Connor for a run in the Wellington City Council by-election, stating O'Connor would be a valuable addition to the council.
MetService has issued heavy rain and severe gale warnings for New Zealand's South and North Islands, with thousands now experiencing power outages across Wellington and the South Island as the severe weather continues.
Approximately 300 residents of Wellington, New Zealand, marched on parliament to voice their concerns over water bills, which are set to increase by an average of 13.3 percent across the region this year.
Australian woman Erin Patterson has begun her appeal against her conviction for the murder of three people with poisonous mushrooms. Her lawyers argue that a 'catastrophic' hotel mix-up during the trial undermined the jury process and led to a mistrial.
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A multibillion-dollar project to construct a second Mt Victoria Tunnel in Wellington, which would significantly alter the inner-city, has entered the fast-track approval process, though its ultimate fate remains uncertain.
The Arlington housing project in Mount Cook, Wellington, has received the green light to proceed. The project, which had been in limbo for years due to budget overruns, will now be developed at one-third of its original proposed size.
Residents in Wellington's Newtown area are reporting people becoming 'unwell' and 'unravelling' due to a 'bad batch' of synthetic cannabis, highlighting ongoing issues with troubled individuals falling through service cracks.
The Brussels Times has published multiple articles featuring search terms related to buying cocaine and other illicit drugs in various global locations. These articles appear to be SEO-driven content, listing specific drug types and cities.
New research simulating a 7.5 magnitude earthquake in Wellington, New Zealand, indicates that 80% of road travel out of the city would be impossible, with some areas cut off for months.
Wellington Asset Management Ltd has reduced its holdings in US Treasuries, opting instead for German bonds following doubts about the Federal Reserve's inflation-fighting credibility.
Concerns are rising in Wellington, New Zealand, that residents may refuse to comply with new water rationing rules set to begin in September, which will limit sprinkler use to every second day during specific hours.
Wellington City councillors are preparing to submit a proposal to the government for a 'super-region,' which could involve merging eight councils into a single Wellington-Wairarapa unitary council.
Rare snowfall in New Zealand's capital, Wellington, and in Dunedin, the first in over a decade, has brought excitement, with some individuals even skiing on lightly snow-covered streets.
During an inquest into the death of Isaac Levings, a parks manager, Shane Binnie, accused the Wellington council of sidelining him and ignoring his research to improve safety on the waterfront prior to the drowning incident.
CCTV footage was presented at the inquest into the death of Isaac Levings, who disappeared from Queens Wharf after attending a concert in April 2023 and later fell into Wellington Harbour.
A personal diary entry describes a twilight stroll in Wellington, Somerset, where the author searches for bioluminescent glowworms amidst desiccated leaves and shrunken ponds during a hot July.
A new $2 million blood bank has officially opened in Wellington, New Zealand, representing a major upgrade on older facilities and welcomed by the Health Minister.
A Dutch expert notes that Wellington is not alone in its struggles to get public transport operational, following the city council's decision to abandon the $139 million Golden Mile project. The project aimed to remove cars, widen footpaths, and create a central city cycle lane.
Hundreds of people gathered in Wellington for the Amorangi summit, an event dedicated to promoting tikanga-led governance within Te Ao Māori. The summit aims to foster a greater understanding of indigenous governance principles.
A section of a major coastal highway on New Zealand's Kāpiti Coast, between Pukerua Bay and Paekākāriki, has been closed to traffic following a serious crash, with drivers advised to use an alternative route.
A man has been arrested after an incident earlier this month in Tawa, Wellington, caused damage to railway signalling cables, leading to multiple signal issues and rail service disruptions.
A long-time party flat in Wellington, known for its gatherings, has been shut down by the city council, leading to the eviction of 16 tenants for redevelopment.
High-profile Wellington landlord Matthew Ryan has been charged with multiple offenses, including strangulation, threatening to kill, and distributing an intimate recording.
Anticipated interval funds from Wellington, Vanguard, and Blackstone have officially gone live. These new financial products offer investors access to alternative strategies with periodic liquidity.
The mayor of Lower Hutt has expressed support for a plan that could merge Wellington city, Porirua, Kāpiti, two Hutt Valley and three Wairarapa councils, and the Greater Wellington regional council into a 'super-city'.
The Duke of Wellington, a descendant of the victor of Waterloo, is advocating for a complete reform of the House of Lords, clarifying that he is not fighting against the abolition of hereditary peerage itself.
Emergency services are currently at the scene of a landslip that occurred near a petrol station in Wellington. This incident follows another report of a sudden death during a house fire in Rotorua.
MetService is likely to upgrade its rain watch for Wairarapa, as rainfall peaked at 70mm in South Wairarapa and Wellington, with more precipitation expected.
A top police official has described a Wellington councillor as making a 'nuisance' of himself at a search and rescue scene, leading to complaints between the city's mayor and the councillor.
GHB is being sold as another drug in Wellington, New Zealand, following a recent string of suspected overdoses that resulted in one death and five hospitalizations. Authorities are investigating the drug's misidentification.
Wellington has seen a sixth case of a suspected GHB overdose overnight, bringing the total number of incidents to six. One death has been reported in connection with these suspected overdoses.
Wild weather that battered much of central New Zealand on Friday is forecast to ease, but many areas in Wellington are still without power. Repairs are currently underway to restore services and address the storm's aftermath.
MetService has warned that severe southerly gales are expected to worsen overnight in Wellington, New Zealand, with conditions anticipated to intensify.
Azuki Bean, a beloved 5-year-old black cat known for his adventures around Wellington and followed by thousands on social media, has died suddenly after being hit by a vehicle.
Wellington City Council has received submissions regarding the controversial traffic-calming trial implemented outside Lyall Bay School, which has caused division among local residents.
A Wellington city councillor has criticized Wellington Water's traffic management for a small roadside leak as 'over the top,' claiming it went too far.
The Battle of Waterloo, a pivotal moment in European history, is explored in an article detailing how the muddy conflict between Napoleon and Wellington gave rise to the Rothschild legend.
Scotland fans in Boston have been seen placing traffic cones on statues, a practice familiar to residents of Glasgow where the Duke of Wellington statue has famously worn a cone since the 1980s.
Wellington's Johnsonville train line has reopened to service after track repairs were completed following a train derailment on June 6, which saw a train crash into a concrete safety barrier.
Wellington Water is moving forward with a month of overnight works on Holloway Road, despite strong opposition from locals and the city council following short notice of the project.
Untreated wastewater has been discharged into Tarakena Bay on Wellington's South Coast, with authorities warning it is likely to be traveling along the coastline.
A father in Wellington, New Zealand, recounts scaling a nearly two-meter fence to escape rising floodwaters and is now waiting to determine if his house is a complete write-off.
A fire broke out at the Wellington Airport terminal in New Zealand, leading to the evacuation of hundreds of people and the cancellation or diversion of flights. Emergency services responded to the incident.
Wellington Water has issued a warning that repairs at its damaged Moa Point plant are likely to cause an increase in odour today, though the risk was described as low.
Wellington's city council is facing criticism for its 'insulting' and 'stupid' decision to spend $600,000 on a new library website, particularly for awarding the contract to an Auckland-based company.
Some residents in Wellington's south coast are questioning whether recent evacuation orders were an overreaction, while others maintain that caution was necessary.
Wellington, New Zealand's capital, was battered by gale-force winds and rough seas, leading to ferry and flight cancellations, road closures, and authorities urging hundreds of residents along the south coast to evacuate.
Wellington, New Zealand, faced severe weather with 11-meter waves in its harbor and wind gusts up to 128km/h, leading to hundreds of evacuations and flight cancellations at Wellington Airport.
Wellington Water reported that pieces of timber were responsible for a significant raw sewage spill that flowed down Island Bay parade last week, described by residents as 'feral and disgusting'.
A significant millipede infestation alarming residents on Wellington's south coast has prompted fresh research. Experts suggest similar outbreaks may have affected New Zealand as early as the 1940s.
Homes in Wellington, New Zealand, have been inundated with raw sewage and sanitary items after a storm caused blockages in the city's sewage pipes. Residents described the situation as 'feral and disgusting' as authorities work to address the widespread flooding.
Residents in Wellington were disgusted to find faecal matter and sanitary products on the streets after heavy rain, raising concerns about infrastructure and public health.
A new $7.2 million police station has been unveiled in Hawke's Bay, constructed in just eight months using 19 modules built in Wellington and then transported to the site.
Wellington College International Lagos has appointed Christine Haslett as its Founding Headmaster, a significant step as the school prepares for its opening in September 2027 and establishes experienced leadership.
The Mt Vic Hub organization claims it was "blindsided" by the rejection of its funding application, while the Wellington City Council states the hub was put on notice a year ago.
Airbnb hosts in Wellington, New Zealand, are facing higher rates, a move that has divided the hospitality sector with concerns raised about potential reductions in visitor numbers and foot traffic.
Wellington's mayor has deemed the estimated $500-590 million price tag for Tiaki Wai's plan to roll out approximately 140,000 water meters as not 'credible'.
The father of a man who drowned in Wellington Harbour has questioned the Wellington City Council's response to waterfront safety risks, drawing comparisons to landslide responses.
Year 7 and 8 students from Ridgway School in Wellington, New Zealand, have installed nesting boxes for kororā (little blue penguins) along the Ōwhiro Bay coast to support local conservation efforts.
The Australian 'Mushroom Murders' case, where a woman was convicted of murdering her in-laws with a poisoned Filet Wellington, may face a revision as the convicted woman plans to appeal the verdict.
Hundreds of customers across Wellington and the South Island of New Zealand are experiencing power outages, with Wellington Electricity reporting over 1300 affected customers.
Charities in New Zealand are calling for increased state support to navigate a 'perfect storm' of challenges, with participants at a sector hui in Wellington highlighting difficulties in achieving lasting change with year-long government contracts.
A meeting in Wellington brought together locals, leaders, and forestry stakeholders to discuss and back action on the issue of erosion-prone land in the Tairāwhiti region of Gisborne.
A second arrest has been made following an attempt to steal railway copper in Wellington, an incident that severed a cable, caused signalling faults, and suspended train services in the capital.
The Brussels Times website has published multiple articles consisting solely of search queries related to buying cocaine and other drugs in various cities and countries. These articles appear to be spam or a technical error, listing specific drug names and locations.
Residents in Wellington's Kelburn neighborhood are opposing a planned cellphone tower, calling its placement near St Michael's Anglican Church 'visual vandalism'.
A Wellington charity, Downtown Community Ministry, is appealing for donations as the number of rough sleepers increases, with less than one in ten landlords willing to rent properties to them.
Wellington city councillor Tony Randle has died suddenly, with the city's mayor remembering him as cordial, constructive, and bringing healthy skepticism to issues.
Pakistan and New Zealand held a Joint Trade Committee meeting in Wellington, where they discussed enhancing cooperation in various sectors, with a particular focus on agriculture and education.
The Brussels Times published multiple search queries related to buying cocaine and other drugs in various international locations. These articles appear to be search engine optimization (SEO) spam, featuring phrases like 'WWW FINDCOK ORG' and 'WWW BUY-COKE COM' alongside city names.
Wellington, New Zealand, experienced its first snowfall in August in 15 years, as temperatures plummeted across the country due to an Antarctic cold front.
A group of female Members of Parliament from across the Pacific gathered in Wellington for a three-day program focused on fostering connections, professional development, and strategies to increase the number of women in politics.
An investigation in Wellington, New Zealand, found that some heritage provisions negatively impact economic growth. As a result, five sites could have their heritage status removed or altered.
The Wellington City Council has put forward proposals for wide-ranging job cuts, which are understood to affect approximately 50 employees across various council departments.
St Patrick's College in Wellington has made the drastic decision to conduct all science department assessments in class under supervision, aiming to prevent students from misusing artificial intelligence to complete their work.
New Zealand's Environment Court has ordered the owner of a Wellington property to remove stacks of shipping containers, despite the owner's defense comparing them to cars and pot plants.
A small aircraft crashed into the roof of a house near Bremen, Germany, resulting in the deaths of two people. Emergency services responded to the scene, with one body initially found and another later recovered.
Police in New Zealand are conducting search warrants as part of an ongoing homicide investigation in the Wellington region, also seeking information about two specific vehicles.
Police have searched a home owned by prominent Wellington landlord Matthew Ryan, following the High Court's decision earlier this week to place eight of his companies into interim receivership.
The Philippines and New Zealand have elevated their relationship to a comprehensive partnership, providing a broader framework for deeper cooperation as Manila expands its network of middle-power partners and Wellington increases its engagement in the region.
Four people, including two children, were trapped and injured in a crash on State Highway 1 north of Wellington. The accident required emergency services to extricate the individuals from the vehicles.
A Cercis siliquastrum tree in Wellington, grown from a seed collected in Italy during World War II, has been nominated for the 2026 New Zealand Tree of the Year online contest.
Mayors in the Wellington region are considering a model for a merged Wellington-Wairarapa council, which would feature one regional mayor and a layer of community councils beneath it.
Wellington is experiencing severe weather with winds up to 100km/h, leading to slips, fallen trees on roads, and financial losses for local businesses.
Investigators are still treating a blaze in Wellington as suspicious, unable to determine the cause due to extensive fire damage and the instability of the remaining structure.
Residents in the Eastbourne suburb of Wellington, New Zealand, are considering community patrols due to repeated targeting by brazen tyre thieves, expressing their exhaustion with the ongoing issue.
A power pole caught fire in Island Bay, Wellington, leading to power outages for up to 130 homes in the south coast suburb, according to Wellington Electricity.
Strong winds across New Zealand have led to flight cancellations, downed trees, and damaged roofs, with emergency services responding to numerous calls and queues forming at Wellington airport.
The public in Wellington will have an opportunity to provide feedback on proposed changes to the city's rates, which could impact residential bills if commercial rates are reduced.
Firefighters responded to a building in central Wellington that was flooded after a pipe burst, working to contain the water and prevent further damage.
Residents on Holloway Road in Wellington are struggling with noise from overnight works, with Wellington Water agreeing to fund accommodation for one resident.
A caravan was destroyed after a house fire in Titahi Bay, Wellington, spread to a neighboring property due to high winds, though no injuries have been reported.
Azuki Bean, a Wellington cat known for its adventurous and 'break and enter' habits, has become a local celebrity, attracting hundreds of social media followers for its roaming nature.
Wellington is preparing for changes in water delivery as Tiaki Wai takes over, with initial estimates suggesting an average annual water charge of $2377 for households in the first year. The transition will impact local residents and infrastructure.
Residents affected by severe flooding on Wellington's south coast and neighboring suburbs are calling for financial support to future-proof their homes after waking to submerged properties.
A man crashed his bike on Wellington's Te Ara Tupua path after hitting six rocks, weighing between five and seven kilograms, which he believes were deliberately placed.
Residents in Wellington are expressing fury over two months of noisy overnight works conducted by Wellington Water, which has apologized for the inconvenience but cited the need to repair over 100-year-old pipes.
Republic Day was celebrated with events and gatherings in various international cities, including Conakry, Podgorica, Ulaanbaatar, and Wellington. Over 250 guests attended the 80th-anniversary celebration in Conakry.
A senior water official has issued warnings about the severe consequences if Wellington's Seaview wastewater treatment plant were to fail, highlighting a broader $1 billion wastewater problem.
A new study reveals that coastal sea-level extremes, once considered one-in-100-year events, are now occurring twice a year in Wellington, New Zealand, a fourfold increase attributed to human-caused sea-level rise since the early 20th century.
Clean-up crews are expected to begin work in Wellington after the coastline was hit by heavy swells on Tuesday, with weather warnings remaining in place.
Wellington, New Zealand, has lifted its state of emergency, allowing residents to return home after severe weather brought 11-meter waves and high winds. However, locals are warned of continued risks during upcoming high tides, despite being cleared to go home.
Wellington is preparing for massive swells, with forecasts predicting waves up to 10.5 meters along the south coast. Residents in affected areas have been urged to evacuate as a precautionary measure.
Train services between Wellington and Johnsonville remain suspended after a commuter train derailed and crashed into a concrete barrier on Saturday night, injuring multiple people.
Wellington Management is set to acquire Hartford Funds in a significant $1.9 billion deal. This acquisition marks a strategic move for Wellington to expand its presence in the wealth management sector.
Wellington Management has finalized a $1.9 billion agreement to acquire Hartford Funds. This significant transaction marks a major consolidation in the asset management industry.
Wellington Management announced its intention to purchase Hartford Funds from The Hartford for $1.9 billion, a strategic move to bolster its wealth management offerings.
Wellington residents are set to experience slightly lower water bills after the region's new water entity, Tiaki Wai, reversed its initial pricing proposals following public concern.
One person has been seriously injured in an 'alvorlig' incident in Auckland's Mt Wellington, leading to warnings for drivers about potential highway delays. The event has caused significant disruption in the area.
Originair is seeking government funding to sustain its Wellington to Westport flight route, stating that the service is currently costing shareholders approximately $500,000 annually.
The Wellington council has described the decision to install a fence at the city's waterfront as 'highly charged,' despite the 2023 drowning death of primary school teacher Isaac Levings. The comments were made during the coroner's inquest into the incident.
Despite ongoing challenges, business owners in Wellington are expressing optimism and working to counter the perception that New Zealand's capital city is experiencing a decline.
Severe winds, reaching up to 168 km/h in Wellington, have caused flight cancellations across multiple New Zealand cities and contributed to unseasonably warm temperatures.
Wellington businessman Amandeep Bakshi has been awarded $200,000 in damages after the High Court found a TikTok video containing serious and false allegations against him to be defamatory.
Police have arrested a 40-year-old man on Manners St in Wellington and recovered cash after he allegedly robbed an eatery by handing a threatening note to staff.
Frequent flyers into Wellington, New Zealand's capital, often share harrowing stories of landings in the world's windiest city, with this year's 'super' El Niño expected to intensify the challenging conditions.
Donald Trump's approval ratings have reached a new low during his presidency, with a third of Americans supporting him, as he faces criticism for his stance on Iran and other domestic challenges.
New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon found a welcome respite in Nelson, telling hundreds of people he enjoyed leaving the 'Wellington bubble' to hear feedback from citizens.
Despite an influx of patients at Wellington's hospital, the city's GP-run urgent care clinic is unable to extend its operating hours. Health NZ confirmed that the clinic lacks sufficient staff to cope with increased demand.
The Emergency Department at Wellington Hospital has recorded its busiest day in almost a year, attributed to high demand and some staff sickness over the past few days.
Year five and six students from Lyall Bay School successfully influenced the Wellington City Council committee to endorse their submission on road safety measures.
Tiaki Wai has issued an apology to Wellington residents who received water bills despite being displaced from their homes due to storm damage and unable to use their water supply.
A fire has destroyed a family-owned restaurant in Lower Hutt, Wellington, which had been operating for 16 years, with the owners estimating thousands of dollars needed to reopen.
Residents in Wellington, New Zealand, are expressing shock over what they describe as 'unreasonable' water bills, which include charges for basement car parks and granny flats.
A man has been arrested in connection with thefts that caused extensive damage along the Wellington rail line. This arrest is part of an ongoing investigation into the incidents.
Residents in Wellington and Auckland are experiencing confusion and concern over new water bills, which are set to increase to fund significant investments in water infrastructure. Tiaki Wai has weighed in on the situation amid public queries.
Wellington residents have expressed shock and confusion after receiving their first separate water bills, with some households facing hundreds of dollars in charges under the city's new water regime.
Upper Hutt Mayor Peri Zee insists that other councils in the Wellington region must respect local decision-making if Upper Hutt votes against the idea of amalgamation.
Wellington Hospital in New Zealand has installed a new $6 million LINAC radiation therapy machine, with Health Minister Simeon Brown announcing it is the first of two planned for the facility.
A Burmese cat named Norton was discovered after traveling from Hataitai to Johnsonville, hidden inside the bonnet of an unsuspecting Uber driver's car for multiple trips.
Blackstone Inc. has partnered with Wellington Management Co. and Vanguard Group to introduce two new funds, aiming to provide individual investors with access to private assets, expanding beyond its traditional institutional client base.
A bike shop in Wellington, Switched on Bikes, successfully recovered $10,000 worth of stolen goods, including an e-scooter and an e-mountain bike, after a break-in. The recovery was made possible through the use of GPS trackers.
Organisers of Wellington On a Plate report their biggest-ever regional participation, with strong growth in areas like Kāpiti and the Hutt Valley, indicating resilience in the hospitality sector despite a general downturn.
The Dreamgirls Art Collective, in collaboration with Pandora, has finished a new Matariki-inspired mural located at the intersection of Ghuznee and Leeds Streets in central Wellington.
New Zealand Prime Minister Christopher Luxon announced that 57% of Wellington's exports to New Delhi would be tariff-free from day one, a significant development ahead of Prime Minister Modi's visit.
Severe storms have hammered parts of New Zealand, leading to incidents like a slip on Eastern Hutt Road in Wellington and ongoing miserable weather conditions across the country.
A Wellington resident in Aro Street was forced to park her car across a bike lane to allow her disabled husband access to their home, following the removal of car parks and their replacement with an uphill cycleway.
A gas leak has led to the closure of the intersection of Pirie Street and Austin Street in Wellington's Mount Victoria area. Police have cordoned off the area and advised the public to avoid it.
A 43-year-old woman died at a shooting range in Malevizi, Crete, from a self-inflicted gunshot wound. Witness accounts from her instructor suggest a suspected suicide.
Wellington Hospital houses an unexpected feature on its ninth level: half an aeroplane, used for training purposes alongside plastic patients. This unique setup is part of the hospital's older blocks.
People in Wellington, New Zealand, are being advised to avoid coastal waters between Ōwhiro Bay and Breaker Bay for 48 hours due to ongoing sewage discharge.
A new report indicates that Wellington's air quality has improved, yet the city still falls short of its potential for having some of the best urban air quality globally, with significant issues remaining.
A train collision near London resulted in the death of one person, identified as the train driver, and left dozens of others injured. Passengers described chaotic scenes with many sustaining broken legs and other severe injuries.
Wellington Management's Geary predicts that the stock market is poised for the return of the rotation trade, a strategy where investors move capital between different market sectors.
A Wellington-based officer, who appeared in court for the first time on Thursday, has been accused of possessing objectionable publications and will keep their name secret for now.
Detector teams in Wellington, New Zealand, are responding to public sightings of rats as part of the country's ambitious goal to eradicate all introduced predators, with a rat sighting triggering an urgent response.
Train services between Wellington and Porirua have been cancelled due to a 'police incident' on the Kāpiti line, with Metlink warning passengers of service changes.
Tiaki Wai, Wellington's new water entity, projects a $25 billion expenditure over the next 30 years to ensure safe water and clean beaches, with an initial $800 million allocated for its first year of operation starting July 1.
The death of Joanne Ingham, one of the 'stowaway twins,' has been ruled as natural causes. The 43-year-old was found unresponsive in a Wellington emergency housing complex in 2022.
Passengers are returning to Wellington Airport to rebook flights and retrieve their luggage following a fire disruption, with warnings of possible 'flow-on disruptions to flights'.
Residents in Wellington are demanding safety upgrades following a train derailment where a passenger train ran a red light, hitting a concrete barrier and injuring several people.
Hundreds of people in Wellington, New Zealand, were forced to evacuate their homes as 11-meter high waves battered the coast. Authorities warned that those who remained behind would not receive assistance.
A train involved in a crash in Wellington, New Zealand, is being removed from the site, a process expected to take until Friday. Metlink has not yet confirmed when the Johnsonville line will reopen.
Wellington, New Zealand's capital, has ordered residents in waterfront homes to evacuate as the city prepares for rare and potentially dangerous swells.
The Wellington Museum is featuring an exhibition on the capital's hospitality history, displaying items like an old rubbish tin, a toaster, and an exhaust pipe used to construct New Zealand's first-known espresso coffee roaster.
China has imposed a travel ban on four New Zealand Members of Parliament for a year, citing their recent visit to Taiwan as 'crossing a red line.' This move has escalated tensions between Beijing and Wellington, drawing international attention to the diplomatic implications of engagement with Taiwan.
Heavy rain watches and warnings have been issued for Taranaki, Horowhenua, Kāpiti, and Wellington regions on New Zealand's North Island, marking a rainy start to winter.
Wellington Mayor outlined plans for council amalgamation, but the conversation surrounding the proposal has been criticized as too rushed by Andrew Little. The proposed changes aim to merge various councils in the region.
Wellington's Deputy Mayor Ben McNulty has criticized the $600,000 bill for a new library website, stating that the council could have had a similar project built for a fraction of the cost.
The Wellington council has voted to reduce rates rises to 5.8 percent, a decision that comes amidst changes to how city residents pay their rates bill.
Emergency services responded to a property on Mount Wellington Highway where a seriously injured man with a suspected gunshot wound was found, leading to one arrest.