Footage online show vehicles submerged, trees uprooted and houses hit by landslides.

The best way to get around Wellington is on foot since the downtown area is compact. When your legs need a break – or you want to reach places beyond the central business district – Wellington also ...

The best time to visit Wellington is between March and May (the autumn shoulder season) when the weather is warm but the city isn't overcrowded. Winter, which spans from June to August, is considered ...