Life in Wellington

New Zealand's creative heart is a place where everyone belongs, whether for a short time or a lifetime

Couple picnicing at sunset on Mt Victoria

Why Wellington

Living your best life in Wellington

Wellington is so much more than a capital city. It’s a lifestyle choice.

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Wellington has no intention of being a dominant colossus – it’s perfectly happy being cute, low intensity and utterly rewarding to those who enjoy being nosy

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Summer view of Oriental Bay and Wellington CBD

Why Wellington

Why you should live here

Wellington is a little city with a big heart. Perched on the harbour’s edge and surrounded by nature, New Zealand’s compact capital is packed with arts, culture, cuisine, disruptive technology and wild ideas

Park Road Post Production studio

Why Wellington

Why Wellington works for your career

Fuelled by a creative energy that makes life interesting, Wellington attracts makers, artisans and entrepreneurs making their mark on the world

Crowds at the CubaDupa festival

Why Wellington

Events

We guarantee you haven’t been to every event worth going to in Wellington yet. All you’ve got to do is join in

Aro Cafe cabinet

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Culinary

Breakfast, lunch or dinner, street food or fine dining, Wellington has it all

Wellington stock hills houses

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Weather

From perfectly still sunny days to fresh gusts of wind, you’ll experience a variety of seasonal weather when you live in Wellington

Cuba Street Wellington Night Markets

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Cost of living

Wellington is listed as one of the most affordable cities in Australasia.

Mt Victoria housing in Wellington

Why Wellington

Kinds of housing

Whether you’re looking for a townhouse, an apartment, your own piece of New Zealand countryside or a beachfront property, you’ll find a home here in Wellington

It's like some strange big, extended family

Lance Lones, Mixed reality entrepreneur