Wellington’s museum scene is undergoing major changes with Te Papa’s expansion, AI-curated exhibitions, and new cultural partnerships. These developments could redefine the capital’s cultural landscape.
Wellington’s nightlife is experiencing its biggest transformation in a decade, with extended licensing hours and new venues breathing life into the capital’s after-dark scene. But this revival comes with fresh challenges around safety and sustainability.
Wellington City Council’s proposed 2am lockout and expanded dry zones could dramatically reshape the capital’s nightlife scene. Industry groups warn of venue closures and hundreds of job losses if the controversial measures proceed.
