The partner of an Australian diplomat has admitted committing an assault during a night out in Wellington - but continues to fight to keep his name secret and to avoid conviction. The man’s antics made headlines late last year when video emerged of him allegedly yelling a homophobic slur at police before loudly claiming he has “diplomatic immunity”.

WELLINGTON – New Zealand is confident its relationship with the US can go from strength to strength, said Foreign Minister Winston Peters following a call with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio.

Wellington Shire Mayor Scott Rossetti has spoken out against those boycotting Australia Day, claiming his area will continue to celebrate the event.

President of Wellington Arts Emily Falson drew the winning tickets with the first prize, donated by Wellington Soldiers Memorial Club, won by J Wykes; second spot, donated by Tracey’s Cutting Cottage, was won by D Cameron; and the third ticket, a painting donated by G Dickson, was won by M McMahon.

A controversial decision to not give a second-half penalty to Wellington has overshadowed the Phoenix’s frustrating 0-0 draw with Central Coast Mariners.

The best way to get around Wellington is on foot since the downtown area is compact. When your legs need a break – or you want to reach places beyond the central business district – Wellington ...

A Maine coon cat named Mittens became an accidental jetsetter this month when her cage was overlooked in a plane cargo hold, and she made three trips in 24 hours between New Zealand and Australia.

New owners of Wellington's boarded-up cinema complex - Primeproperty Group - will lease the site back to Reading Cinemas after earthquake strengthening is completed. Councillor Tim Brown says

A Maine coon cat named Mittens accidentally flew three times between New Zealand and Australia this month after her cage was mistakenly left in the plane’s cargo hold

Here's how to watch the A-League match on TV and live stream as well as the latest team news. The Sporting News takes you through all the information you need to follow the game.

The most recent data for November, showed arrivals from China were just 53.3% of 2019 levels - making it one of the slowest recovering markets for tourism, despite the fact it was New Zealand’s third-largest market for arrivals, behind Australia and the United States.

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