The Post

The Post is the daily newspaper and news website based in Wellington, the capital of New Zealand.

We have swagger and are not afraid to put noses out of joint. Proud, passionate, smart, connected - celebrating our city and our people, we aim to reflect and champion the progressive, innovative and creative attitude and culture of Pōneke Wellington and Aotearoa New Zealand.

How police curbed the ramraid ‘epidemic’

In 2022, a sudden frenzy of ramraids gripped the nation. Two years on, a “relentless” crackdown on retail crime appears to be paying off.

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Doughnut shop turns over a new leaf

Laura Reinisch is on a mission to prove sweet vegan food is also delicious.

She is the owner and founder of Vonuts, a bakery specialising in plant-based doughnuts, which celebrated the opening of a new store on Willis St on the weekend.

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‘A window into society’:Trying school lunches, Japanese style

The Japanese Embassy recently held an event showcasing the ritual of Japanese school lunches, which offer lessons in nutrition, community and responsibility.

Bruce Mackay / Japanese school lunches served in Wellington