• News

    The Five Best Beaches for Learning How to Surf Around Wellington

    Whether you're a first timer or looking to brush up on the basics, these locations offer the perfect beginner-friendly conditions for surfing.

  • News

    Muji Has Designed Its First One-Storey Flat-Pack House

    As well as a bedroom, living area and kitchen, the new prefab house — Muji's first in five years — features an outdoor deck.

  • News

    This Is What Australia's First Flying Taxis Could Look Like

    The helicopter-like vehicles are designed to fly driverless at speeds of up to 290 kilometres per hour — and trials are slated to start in Melbourne this year.

  • News

    Fill Jars, Not Bags at Wellington's New Wholefoods Grocery Store

    Say yes to a package-free pantry and stock up on organic groceries at this new store.

  • News

    A New Natural and Organic Wine Store Has Opened on Cuba Street

    With almost 200 different varieties in stock, this new opening boasts the largest range of natural wine in New Zealand.

  • News

    Thousands of New Zealanders Will Take to the Streets to Demand Action on Climate Change

    If you're planning to join the crowds or you're pondering your transport options for the day, here's how the events will go down in your city.

  • News

    Japan's Weird and Wonderful KitKat Flavours Will Soon Come Wrapped in Origami Paper

    It's part of Nestlé's commitment to ensure that 100-percent of its packaging is recyclable or re-usable by 2025.

  • News

    The Best Cafes for Working or Studying in Wellington

    Load up on caffeine, tap into the free wifi and work your magic in one of these laptop-friendly cafes.

  • News

    The Planet May Have Just Sweltered Through the Hottest Month in Recorded History

    From heatwaves in Europe to toastier-than-usual winter weather in Sydney, July was a warm month.

  • News

    Countdown Has Launched a BYO Container Scheme to Reduce Plastic Waste

    The initiative rolls out today at stores across the country.

  • News

    The Ten Best Vintage Stores in Wellington

    Find one-of-a-kind pieces and shop consciously at theses vintage treasure troves.

  • News

    You Can Play Two New 'Where in the World Is Carmen Sandiego?' Games on Google Earth Right Now

    Everyone's favourite thief is back in two more nostalgic online games.

Latest Places
  • Bar

    Karaka Cafe

    1 Cable Street, Lambton

    Beanbags and beer, anyone?

  • Bar

    Mac’s Brewbar

    4 Taranaki Street, Te Aro

    An excellent go-to when everyone in your group is too polite to say where they want to go.

  • Cafe

    Prefab

    14 Jessie Street, Te Aro

    Prefab is so perfect it’s almost painful.

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    Loretta

    181 Cuba Street, Wellington

    Loretta exemplifies industrial chic.

  • Restaurant

    Logan Brown

    192 Cuba St, Te Aro

    Eating at Logan Brown feels like eating a five star meal at your best friend's place.

  • Bar

    Bebemos

    88 Riddiford Street, Wellington

    The laid-back Latin craft beer bar houses over 60 different types of beers.

  • Bar

    Charley Noble

    1 Post Office Square, Wellington

    Charley Noble's menu boasts of simple, casual but high-quality food.

  • Bar

    The Rogue and Vagabond

    18 Garrett Street, Wellington

    The bar has live music, a resident bulldog and some of the best craft beers in town.

  • Cafe

    Fidel’s Cafe

    234 Cuba Street, Wellington

    Cuba Street's Cuban icon.

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    Arthur’s

    272 Cuba Street, Te Aro

    Arthur's occupies a two-storey Edwardian building filled with a collection of knick-knacks that ten grandmas combined would struggle to beat.

  • News

    Melbourne Will Be One of the First Three Cities to Test Uber's Flying Taxis in 2020

    Flights to Melbourne Airport are expected to take only ten minutes — and eventually cost the same price as an Uber X.

  • News

    Wellington's Nisa Is Crowdfunding Its New Ethical Underwear Range

    The new men's briefs call for an industrial sewing machine.

  • News

    A New Tech, Music, Film and Design Festival Is Coming to Wellington

    Held across five days, it will bring together some of the world’s most exciting innovators — from tech geeks to film gurus, aspiring musicians and serial entrepreneurs.

  • News

    Ten Ways to Impress Your Mum This Mother's Day

    Treat mum to a scenic crocodile bike ride or lunch surrounded by four-legged friends.

  • News

    You Can Play the New Pokémon Go-Style Harry Potter Game on Your Phone Right Now

    'Wizards Unite' will have you casting spells, making potions and engaging in multi-player wizarding challenges

  • News

    Tesla Is Planning to Roll Out Its Own Ride-Sharing Service with Self-Driving Cars Next Year

    While it'll hit the US first, you could soon be hailing a car with no driver (and no awkward chit-chat).

Latest Events
  • Event

    Gnocchi Gnights

    Thu, 5 Dec, 2024

    1154 Pastaria, Wellington

    Because what better way to celebrate Thursday than with a big, cheesy bowl of pillowy potato goodness?

  • Event

    Musical Punch Over Lunch

    Thu, 5 Dec, 2024

    Old St Paul, Pipitea

    Take your lunch away from the office — instead scoff it while enjoying a lineup of musical acts.

  • Event

    Koha Yoga

    Sun, 8 Dec, 2024

    Awhi Yoga & Wellbeing, Wellington

    Exercise your mind, body and soul (and support the local community) for pocket change.

  • News

    A Guide to Sustainable Restaurants in Wellington

    Eat your heart out and save the planet at these eco-friendly restaurants.

  • News

    Europe Has Done the World's Oceans a Solid and Banned a Heap of Single-Use Plastics

    The EU will phase out the ten plastic items most frequently found on beaches by 2021.

  • News

    You Can Play 'Where in the World Is Carmen Sandiego?' on Google Earth Right Now

    Chase everyone's favourite thief across the globe — visiting landmarks, talking to locals and getting a hefty dose of nostalgia.

  • News

    This Airline Is Set to Become the World's First Plastic-Free Carrier

    Portuguese carrier Hi Fly has conducted a world-first trial, preventing 350kg of single-use plastics from making their way to landfill.

  • News

    Swedish Furniture Giant IKEA Is Looking to Open in New Zealand

    You may soon be able to stock up on budget-friendly coffee tables, chairs, beds and meatballs.

  • News

    Lime's Dockless Electric Scooter Service Has Launched in Wellington

    You can now zip around the city on a motorised scooter for a couple of dollars.

  • News

    Living Coral Is Pantone's 'Life-Affirming' 2019 Colour of the Year

    Will this soothing coral colour provide us with energy and comfort in the coming year?

  • News

    Concrete Playground's 2018 Ethical Christmas Gift Guide

    Kickstart your holiday hunt and do your bit for Mother Nature with these Earth-friendly gifts.

  • News

    Lego's Crowdfunded Set for Adults Could be Your Nostalgic New Way to De-Stress

    The fish-themed new line encourages adults to get creative, building a koi fish or even a shark.

  • News

    A 'Pokémon Go'-Style 'Harry Potter' Game Is Coming to Your Phone in 2019

    'Wizard's Unite' will have you casting spells and trying to keep the wizarding world's secrets.

  • News

    Samsung Has Unveiled a Foldable Smartphone That Opens Into a Tablet

    It'll feature a single screen that can fold in the middle — and will let you use up to three apps simultaneously.

  • News

    Melbourne Could Be One of the First Three Cities to Test Uber's Flying Taxis in 2020

    With flights to Melbourne Airport expected to take only five minutes — and cost the price of an Uber X.

  • News

    Indian Ride-Share Company Ola Has Launched in New Zealand

    Yep, another one — and it's offering 50 percent off rides for a limited time.

  • News

    Europe Is Set to Do the World's Oceans a Solid By Banning Several Single-Use Plastic Items

    The EU is planning to phase out plastic cutlery, plates, stirrers and straws, as well as cotton buds and balloon sticks, by 2021.

  • News

    Air New Zealand Has Partnered with Zephyr Airworks to Bring Flying Taxis to New Zealand

    The world's first autonomous aircraft could be operating in six years.

  • News

    Wellington's New Laneway Is Set to Open This Week

    The ribbon will officially be cut with a food and fashion event.

  • News

    Uber Has Unveiled a Heap of New Safety Functions to Help You Stay Safe During a Trip

    Including a 'panic button' that connects you directly to 111 and the ability to easily share your location with friends and fam.

  • News

    Indian Ride-Share Company Ola Is Preparing to Launch in New Zealand

    The fast-growing company already hosts over a billion rides each year and it's got its sights set next on Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch.

  • News

    What to Expect From the New Apple iPhone XS in Eight Water Cooler Bullet Points

    It has the biggest iPhone screen yet and a new feature to help up your selfie game.

  • News

    Samsung Is Set to Launch a Foldable Smartphone

    It'll feature a single screen that can fold in the middle — and it's expected to launch this year.

  • News

    A New Zealand Fragrance Artist Has Created Cannabis Perfume

    If you've ever wanted to smell like sticky-icky chronic.

  • News

    The New Zealand Government Will Phase Out Single-Use Plastic Bags Over the Next Year

    Soon the bags will disappear form checkouts around the country.

  • News

    Google, Tourism and Ziplining Helped Save and Restore This Rotorua Native Forest

    A Rotorua-based ziplining company is restoring virgin native forest.

  • News

    Instant Phone Charging Might Soon Become a Reality

    It's all thanks to Australian research into quantum 'super' batteries — and the more that are used, the faster your phone would charge.

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