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Exploratory Works next to Wellington Town Hall

Exploratory ground testing work starts this week as part of the preparations for the proposed earthquake strengthening of the Wellington Town Hall.

Wellington Bus Fare Freeze

Wellington residents will welcome the Regional Council’s proposal to freeze bus fares for another year and the promise of a comprehensive package of improvements and initiatives to come in the near future, says Mayor Justin Lester.

Wilson Trollope Announces Collaboration with Pedro’s Bluff

Wellington-based fashion label Wilson Trollope has announced a collaboration this week with New Zealand leather accessories brand Pedro’s Bluff . They’re introducing the purse they co-designed, the Soiree Pochette, a two-in-one bag that can either be used as a wristlet or worn on the shoulder.

INNO Capital and Stonewood Homes Support Wellington's Chinese New Year Festival

Chow brothers’ businesses Stonewood Homes and INNO Capital sponsor Wellington’s Chinese New Year festival 11-12 February to welcome the Year of the Rooster.

Wellington Bikini Freaky Friday Gig at Caroline

“Bikini Freaky Friday Beach Party” music event featuring Polar Extremes, Yor Cronies, Gold Medal Famous & TV Disko – at Caroline in Wellington.

Wash Rite Wellington donating services to Earthquake Victims

Wash Rite Wellington has stepped up and is offering free house washes to homes effected by mudslide’s which occurred during the previous earthquakes.

New crafting magazine for New Zealand

New Zealand Craft Hub is looking to launch its own crafts magazine for New Zealand readers.

Wellington Art Trail Submissions

Emerging artists now have a second chance to submit for the Upstream Art Trail in March 2017 in Wellington’s Central Park. The deadline for submissions is now to 7 October. Artists who are newly graduated or just starting out are especially welcome.

The Queen of Swing Visits NZ

For the first time in New Zealand, Norma ‘the Queen of Swing’ Miller visits New Zealand along with top international dancer and teacher, Adam Brozowski to teach at the Wellington Lindy Exchange. Norma at 97 is one of the last remaining members of the pioneering Lindy Hop dance troupe, Whiteys’ Lindy Hoppers.

WOW Media has relaunched WOW Freebies New Zealand

WOW Media has relaunched WOW Freebies New Zealand. Now, Kiwi users will be able to get their hands on the latest freebies and samples offered by WOW Freebies. From free shopping vouchers to free paint Kiwi website visitors can find all kinds of great free samples to request online.

Stephen King Short Film

The Last Rung of the Ladder is a short story written by Stephen King. It is from his collection of short stories from his night shift collection. Rhys Higgs Student Film Maker, has been granted permission by Stephen King to adapt the short story into film. Rhys Higgs intends to use this film as an opportunity to raise awareness around depression and suicide. Rhys Higgs intends to use the skills he has to put together a team of talented young people to make this vision come to life through his Kickstarter Campaign.

“We’re leaving the building” – Memories and milestones as café celebrates 28th birthday

This June marks the 28th year of Wellington institution the Ministry of Food, one of the founders of the café culture that revolutionised Wellington’s image locally and internationally. For owners Brenda Jessup and Tony Lynch, the birthday heralds the end of an era as they prepare to move out of their premises next to the Beehive in search of a new home kitchen.

Elizabeth Marshall at Gluten Free Food and Allergy Show

Wellington chef Elizabeth Marshall has announced plans to be a part of this year’s Gluten Free Food and Allergy Show taking place in the Wellington region at Te Rauparaha Arena in Porirua on 19-20 March.

New Eye Sponsors Cycling Classic

New Eye Company is sponsoring the annual New Zealand Cycling Classic giving all Stage Winners IC Sports Sunglasses that can take optional optical prescription inserts.

NZ natural product clinically proven to improve arthritis

Newly published clinical data show New Zealand dietary supplement, Arthrem, is effective at treating the symptoms of osteoarthritis, a multi-billion dollar global market.

Tide;Continuum Photography Exhibition

SPACE exhibition and event centre will present an exhibition featuring Wellington photographers Danni Arts, Samantha Ashton and Kelsi Reynolds. Tide; Continuum will be open to the public from 10am – 5pm daily from October 19-23, located at 176 Victoria Street, Wellington.