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Weekend of celebrations for capital’s 150th birthday

Wednesday, 8 July 2015, 9:38 am | Positively Wellington

To celebrate Wellington’s 150th birthday as the capital city, we’re throwing a party and the whole country’s invited. More >>

Jazz it up a little this June

Friday, 29 May 2015, 12:51 pm | Positively Wellington

JUNE'S LIVE LINE-UP Jazz it up a little this June, it's time to get down and boogie! BROOKE FRASER More >>

Footballing superstars of tomorrow set to sizzle

Tuesday, 26 May 2015, 11:08 am | Positively Wellington

The FIFA U-20 World Cup is billed as “One Passion. One Moment. One goal”, and it’s one almighty chance to see the planet’s best young footballers in Wellington – the home of football in New Zealand. “The city will be rolling out the welcome ... More >>

New digital hub offers free Wellington content

Monday, 11 May 2015, 1:41 pm | Positively Wellington

New digital hub offers free Wellington content for regional promotion Stock video footage, edited video clips, marketing collateral and high resolution imagery of Wellington are all now available to order online through a new Resource Hub on WellingtonNZ.com ... More >>

Flights From Gold Coast a Positive for Wellington Tourism

Tuesday, 9 September 2014, 2:03 pm | Positively Wellington

Today’s announcement by Jetstar that it will begin flying three times a week direct between Wellington and the Gold Coast from mid-December is welcomed by Positively Wellington Tourism (PWT). More >>

The Sound of Music – PWV Presale!

Tuesday, 19 August 2014, 12:17 pm | Positively Wellington

We are excited to announce the world’s best-loved musical, The Sound of Music will be lighting up our city with some of our most memorable tunes, in just a few weeks’ time! More >>

Tourism industry aligns for growth

Monday, 24 March 2014, 6:14 pm | Positively Wellington

Wellington’s tourism sector is well positioned to support ambitious national targets set out by the Tourism 2025 framework, released today. Tourism 2025 is a framework developed to unite the country’s tourism industry with an end goal of contributing ... More >>

Wellington’s Popular Christmas Calendar Returns

Monday, 2 December 2013, 10:56 am | Positively Wellington

Wellington’s Popular Christmas Calendar Returns Positively Wellington Tourism (PWT) is spreading Christmas joy again this December with its annual KNOW Wellington Christmas campaign. Following on from last year’s digital Christmas cracker, PWT ... More >>

New Rimutaka Cycle Trail Ready to Roll

Wednesday, 23 October 2013, 10:40 am | Positively Wellington

Wednesday, 23 October 2013 New Rimutaka Cycle Trail Ready to Roll New Zealand’s only cycle trail located on the doorstep of a major city will be launched by the Right Honourable John Key, Prime Minister and Minister of Tourism, today. The 115km ... More >>

Buckets of Fun: Wellington’s Wishing Well Returns

Monday, 8 July 2013, 4:38 pm | Positively Wellington

Ever wished for a year’s supply of coffee beans, or an entire cinema for just you and your friends? The capital’s virtual wishing well is back and offering a new series of money-can’t-buy Wellington experiences. More >>

Last Cruise Ship Tops Off Capital Season

Monday, 22 April 2013, 11:18 am | Positively Wellington

After welcoming a record number of cruise ships and passengers to the capital, Wellington tomorrow bids farewell to its final ship for the 2012/2013 season. More >>

Have a Whale of a Time in Wellington

Thursday, 7 March 2013, 10:27 am | Positively Wellington

Hot on the heels of its busiest ever December , New Zealand’s most popular destination is breaking new ground in the marine mammal market. More >>

Small Events Pay Big Dividends for Capital’s Economy

Friday, 22 February 2013, 9:32 am | Positively Wellington

Small scale, longer season shows are attracting visitors to the capital and contributing ‘big time’ to the local economy, a study by Positively Wellington Venues (PWV) has found. More >>

Summer Confirms Wellington as Destination of Choice

Thursday, 14 February 2013, 9:53 am | Positively Wellington

Commercial guest nights spent in Wellington city increased by nearly 9.3% in December, with the capital of cool experiencing its busiest December ever and affirming its position as New Zealanders’ favourite destination. More >>

Celebrate Auckland’s Anniversary with a Taste of Europe

Tuesday, 8 January 2013, 4:15 pm | Positively Wellington

From art and markets aplenty, to delicious cuisine and gelato by the sea, Wellington’s got your European style getaway covered this Auckland Anniversary Weekend. More >>

Wellington Begins ‘Spoiling Auckland’

Friday, 7 September 2012, 9:06 am | Positively Wellington

The coolest little capital in the world has descended on the big little city and started spoiling its biggest visitor market. More >>

Visit Wellington for a Song

Thursday, 26 July 2012, 11:35 am | Positively Wellington

As the weather cools this winter, Wellington heats up. The same can be said for the 2012 Lexus Song Quest . Hot deals and even hotter competition are just some of the things you can look forward to when visiting the coolest little capital in August. ... More >>

Wellington Opens its Doors to Residents… Again

Tuesday, 15 May 2012, 12:05 pm | Positively Wellington

Wellington Open Day is back and offering yet another golden opportunity for residents to get to know their city. More >>

Cruise Volunteers Celebrate Successful First Season

Wednesday, 2 May 2012, 6:35 pm | Positively Wellington

To help welcome a near 50 percent increase in passengers and crew, Wellington harnessed the passion and skills of a small army of volunteers to assist the record number of cruise visitors to the city. More >>

Update on Seismic Strengthening of the Wellington Town Hall

Saturday, 8 October 2011, 5:56 pm | Positively Wellington

I regret that we were not able to forewarn you about the article that appeared in the Dominion Post on Thursday regarding the seismic strengthening that has been planned for the Wellington Town Hall. More >>

 

 
 
 
 
 

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