Wellington news

White Ferns v South Africa: First Twenty20

Live updates of the opening Twenty20 between the White Ferns and South Africa.

'A glaring gap': Are the Black Caps in an allrounder crisis?

New Zealand's lack of multi-skilled players is more prevalent than ever.

The Black Power dad in the stands: How Joseph Tapine turned a tough start into NRL glory

Tapine has won four straight Mal Meninga Medals and twice been Dally M prop of the year.

'The right answer for our game': Why NZ Cricket cannot waste NZ20 chance

As players' boss Heath Mills departs, NZ's T20 future hangs in the balance.

Making a splash: Dive-bombing stars to watch at Manu World Champs finals

Only 130 competitors remain in the chase for $40,000 in cash and prizes.

Inside the secret $6.3m plan to get NZ a Michelin star – and why it will change our restaurants forever

The campaign began in plain sight, far earlier than we were told – was it all worth it?

Wellington on a good day is annoyingly perfect

Wellington’s compact centre links galleries, cafes and harbour walks on foot.

Gisborne councillors back waste hub site despite mana whenua opposition

Councillors backed 275 Lytton Rd despite opposition from Te Kurī ā Tuatai Marae.