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Over the years, the Screaming Woman has become deeply ingrained in Wellington’s folklore. Some believe she’s the spirit of a woman who met a tragic end, perhaps a drowning victim or someone who suffered a terrible accident. Others claim she’s a restless soul seeking closure or revenge.”I remember hearing the story as a child,” says resident Sarah Wilson. “We used to dare each other to walk down Oriental Parade at night, half hoping, half dreading to hear the screams.”Chilling Encounters with Locals”I was walking home late one night when I heard this awful, piercing scream,” recalls local musician Ben Thompson.…

Wellington businesses are struggling as a result of government cuts, with some reporting a 30 percent drop in revenue. The cuts have led to a loss of more than 6000 jobs, and have had a ripple effect on the wider economy. IndicatorPre-cuts (Estimate)June 2024ChangePublic sector job lossesN/A6,000+N/AHospitality & Retail Revenue DropN/A30%-30%Wellington Job Ads10050-50%Jobseeker Support (Central Auckland & Wellington)ModerateLarge IncreaseSignificant IncreaseEmployment Growth (YoY)Positive-1.90%-3.90%Wellington Tourism Spending (Other Regions)NZ$100 millionNZ$93.6 million-6.40%Housing Listings100150+50.3%Housing Sales8063-21.50%Median Days to Sell Housing108-20%Housing Inventory2030+50%The tourism industry has been particularly hard hit, with Wellingtonians spending 6.4 percent less on tourism in other parts of the country in the latest data.…

Welcome to our Second Episode of “WHAT REALLY HAPPENED” :Once the jewel in Wellington’s hospitality crown, Courtenay Place has fallen from grace and is now viewed by many as a hotspot for crime and decay. Major media outlets like RNZ and Stuff have frequently highlighted the street’s issues, painting a grim picture of what was once a vibrant thoroughfare.What MSM Reported Rate of assaults in Wellington CBD 10 times higher than nation’s averageRNZ has reported extensively on the increasing violence in Courtenay Place, noting a ten-fold rise in reported crimes over five years. Their coverage has emphasized the area’s transformation…

Hi, We have just recorded members of your Wellington policing team pulling a vehicle over in Courtenay Place, due to a suspended license for demerits. As part of our storytelling for HOTLINE our new nightly show, we interviewed two boy racers last week, about boy racing and this story will follow that, in terms of public interest in boy racing and Police operations in Wellington. On this occasion the car was potentially being impounded and towed, but the officers discovered “much to the owners relief” that his license was “in fact suspended for demerits” but the driver has been able…

A grieving family in Wellington is left questioning the city’s road safety measures after a man tragically died at home in Karori before emergency services could reach him. While the official cause of death is still under investigation, the incident has reignited a heated debate about the impact of new cycleways and speed bumps on emergency response times.Councillor Ray Chung, who personally knew the deceased, believes that precious minutes were lost as the fire truck carrying first responders slowed to navigate multiple raised crossings on the route. He argues that while these traffic calming measures were intended to improve safety,…

Excitement is brewing in Tasmania as the second brand-new Spirit of Tasmania ferry, aptly named Spirit of Tasmania V, makes a splash after its launch in Finland. Tasmanian Governor Barbara Baker, the vessel’s godmother, had the honor of christening it during a traditional ceremony at the Rauma Marine Constructions (RMC) shipyard.This sleek new addition is the second of two purpose-built ferries designed specifically to navigate the often-challenging Bass Strait between Geelong and Devonport. While similar in appearance to the current ships, these new vessels are significantly larger, offering a substantial increase in capacity for passengers, vehicles, and cargo.Spirit of Tasmania…

Wellington LIVE nonstop Book Review“Charing Cross” is a famous well-known Wellington identity that doesn’t want to be identified and still loves to write, share, critique, and have a bit of fun.“The Team That Hit the Rocks The Inside Story of the Wahine Disaster” written by Peter Jerram, is a compellingly interesting, if sometimes bafflingly bizarre account byone who was on that ferry trip.Among the 735 passengers that boarded the new, modern ferry Wahine on April 9th, 1968 were the 15 fit young members of the Lincoln College Cricket team that the author was a member of. Looking forward to a…

Stories of travellers behaving badly seem to be on the rise in Wellington. But why do people misbehave when they’re on holiday in our beautiful city? From leaving litter on our pristine beaches to disrespecting Māori cultural sites, stories of tourists behaving badly on holiday in Wellington seem to be on the rise, and locals are taking notice.In the last few months, there have been discussions about overtourism and “bad” tourist behaviour in New Zealand, and both issues seem to be coming under greater scrutiny. Websites and social media groups serve as repositories of questionable traveller behaviour, and with each new…

“It has been reported by Winston Peters side that the auto pilot was left on whilst skippers went for coffee. The Coffee has been denied but not the autopilot comment”Welcome to 2nd Episode of “WHAT REALLY HAPPENED” The scrapping of the iReX Interislander ferry replacement project was one of the early decisions made by the new coalition government, but several critical details have remained underreported. Here, we delve into the specifics of the decision-making process and its ramifications.The BackstoryFor years, KiwiRail has been seeking funding for new ferries, recognizing that ships should ideally be replaced every 20 to 30 years.…

Nic Cranfield preceded by her mother helped Wellingtonians deliver an automatic, next-level Christmas present to loved ones and significant others, for a big Xmas, every year. The Cranfield “sass and style” is not lost on Wellington. That’s for sure! Look forward to the next chapter. Wellington needs your rates and gets to pay for the pipes🥰! (Graham “Bloxi” Bloxham – ONENETWORK WL publisher) Cranfields, the upscale Wellington homewares store that recently announced its closure, is getting a second life. Thanks to an outpouring of community support, the store plans to reopen in a new location this spring.Owner Nicola Cranfield had previously…