Here are some useful links with more information about Wellington and New Zealand...
Fourcorners.co.nz http://www.fourcorners.co.nz/travel stories section. Activities, accommodation options, tours, rental vehicles and detailed regional information make this site well worth a visit. Includes a good section on Wellington and a useful travel stories selection.
WellingtonNZ.com – your
one-stop shop for everything Wellington www.wellingtonnz.com This extremely comprehensive site tells you all about Wellington,
can help you plan your trip and make bookings, suggests sights and activities,
tells you what events are on or coming up, lists bars and restaurants and can
suggest transport options. There’s also a shopping section.
NZ Tourism’s Wellington regional site http://www.tourism.net.nz/region/wellington/ New Zealand's capital city, Wellington, is an experience that will reveal the creative, political and cultural nature of New Zealand, but still provide blockbuster scenery. Main centre links include Wellington city, Hutt Valley, Upper Hutt and Kapiti Coast
Te Papa Tongarewa – New Zealand’s NationalMuseum www.tepap.govt.nz A must-do on every visitor’s itinerary, the museum’s website includes a What's On diary, general information about Te Papa, a comprehensive collections & research section, advice on how to maximise your visit for best enjoyment, and even details the museum’s shopping opportunities
Wellington’s historic Cable Car http://www.wellingtonnz.com/cablecar/ The Cable Car provides a unique form of
transport from the city to the suburb of Kelburn and the top of the Botanic
Garden. Includes the award-winning Cable Car Museum. The ride itself is
short and quaint, and gives great views of the capital from the top. You’ll be
“inclined” to try it!
KaitokeRegionalPark http://www.gw.govt.nz/section402.cfm About 40 minutes' drive north on State Highway 2, is Rivendell. Well, it's the location where many of the scenes of Rivendell from peter Jackson's trilogy Lord of the Rings were filmed. Whe you see it. you'll understand why. This pristine area of native bush with sparkling rivers and meandering pathways is just magical. Take a picnic, take a camera, take your swimwear. Not to be missed.
Karori Sanctuary http://www.sanctuary.org.nz/ Karori Sanctuary is an "inland island" haven for endangered native birds and other
wildlife, just minutes from downtown Wellington. A predator-proof fence surrounds the Sanctuary, protecting the wildlife and
ensuring the forest regenerates to its former glory. This world-first
conservation attraction is an inspiring place to visit and learn about
New Zealand's unique wildlife. Discover New Zealand as it was - today.
What’s on in Wellington (Wotzon) http://www.wotzon.com/?gclid=CNHfytqLn5ACFQIigQodAEbSqw A
comprehensive listing of events in the Capital from comedy to cultural
extravaganzas. Includes: Movies, Music, Dance, Comedy, Cultural,
Theatre, Exhibitions, Fashion, Sport, Education, Craft, Festivals,
Wine/Food, Conferences/Seminars, Heritage, and... Shopping (Retail
Sales)!
Events in Wellington http://www.wellingtonnz.com/Events/ A
full calendar of events: from sporting matches, concerts, live theatre
and dance, exhibitions and festivals - something for everyone, all year
round
Feeling Great http://www.feelinggreat.co.nz/ Another council site, Recreation Wellington's vision is to encourage Wellingtonians to 'feel great'
by enhancing well being and healthy lifestyles through the provision of
quality, accessible and affordable recreation opportunities.
Includes:
Mountain Bike Tracks, Movie Timetables, Music for the next seven days,
Recent Comments, Swimming Timetables, User Favourites, and Walks in
Wellington
Toast Martinborough is one of the premier events on the Wellington region's calendar.
Every November, Martinborough, the capital of Wairarapa's wine-growing region just an hour's drive north of Wellington - creates a one-day festival of wine, music, and great gourmet food.
It's an occasion not to be missed, although there are plenty of other events on the calendar too.
If you'd prefer a quieter, more personalised tour of the Martinborough vineyards (or anywhere else in the region) we can arrange that for you too.
Here are some useful links with more information 
Toast Martinborough is one of the premier events on the Wellington region's calendar.