Firefighters have contained a house fire in the Wellington suburb of Kelburn and are working to fully extinguish it Firefighters tackling the blaze earlier created a curtain of water to protect closely-set neighbouring homes from the flames Flames could be seen coming through the roofing iron of the home The force of water from firefighters' hoses lifted sections of the roof exposing blacked beams in the attic spaces above the structure Fire and Emergency said there was some smoke in the area and affected people should keep doors and windows shut and turn off air conditioning A family who lives a door down from the house has been evacuated from their home A woman said she saw flames and smoke soon after she woke from a nap After being told to evacuate by Fire and Emergency she said she was able to scramble to collect a few essential documents and clothes before fleeing her home The woman and her family were hopeful they will be able to return to their home later in the evening A police officer told residents there was no indication of any people in the building Nearby residents Penny and Ethan smelled burning from across the valley and when they looked outside saw "huge sheets of smoke and flames through a flat window about 150m away" Local resident Julie said it was her impression that the house had been empty for a few months Matt who mowed lawns at nearby properties said he saw the smoke and came to check it out "Just a lot of flames coming out one side of the house all the fire brigade working hard to get it all under control." Fire and Emergency said crews were alerted about 2.40pm down a steep bank above Aro Valley and off Plunket Street was well ablaze when RNZ reporters arrived at the scene mid-afternoon People are advised to avoid the area to allow crews to put out the fire while parents earlier were guiding school children homeward over a maze of hoses crisscrossing the street above the property An investigation into the cause of the fire will be carried out New Zealand RSS Follow RNZ News Tory Whanau launches Golden Mile project yesterday Become a Wellington.Scoop Supporter » A shade cloth and turf were damaged at Kelburn Normal School in Wellington after fireworks were used A Wellington primary school has been damaged by fireworks overnight, leaving the local community shocked and upset. Kelburn Normal School principal Andrew Bird said they arrived this morning to find a shade sail had been completely burned, wrecking the artificial turf below. “The shade cloth has caught fire and burnt away from its anchors and fallen on to the turf and ... actually melted the turf.” They found a pile of sparklers and a lighter left behind, Bird said. The incident has been reported to police. There were no cameras so, Bird didn’t know who was responsible or exactly when it happened. “We’ve had no feedback from the community in terms of if anybody saw anything.” Bird said the shade sail created a place for kids to be outside away from the heat of the sun and the turf was by the Year 1 and 2 classrooms and flowed through into the junior playground. The area has since been cordoned off with cones and tape. “It’s a beautiful school, we’re very proud of it so, it’s a bit upsetting”, Bird said. He was not sure how much the damage would cost. “We’ll get a new one and we’ll replace it but at the same time, when our focus is supposed to be on bringing out the best in the children and we’re kind of spending time on cleaning up other people’s destruction, it’s both frustrating and distracting .” The school community was shocked, Bird said. He wanted the community to be able to use the school’s facilities and said most people did so responsibly. “As for any school that’s coming into the summer, it’s really important that people are looking after their local school and keeping an eye out for anything.” The school asked anyone who heard or knew anything to get in touch. Earlier this month Fire and Emergency community education manager Tom Ronaldson said fireworks caused unwanted fires and the toll could be significant. “Since 2019 we have seen 676 fires caused by fireworks, 513 of which were vegetation fires,” Tom Ronaldson says. “One fire caused by fireworks is too many. It is a preventable fire we have to attend. It is also a totally unnecessary fire that may take our crews away from another emergency.” Georgina Campbell is a Wellington-based reporter who has a particular interest in local government, transport, and seismic issues. She joined the Herald in 2019 after working as a broadcast journalist. A quad bike crash in rural South Canterbury has left one person dead. Photo / SuppliedVictoria University of Wellington is selling off two dozen properties with a combined value of more than $20 million to help clear its large deficit The vacant Kelburn properties range from move-in-ready student accommodation to dilapidated staff offices Victoria University director of campus operations Simon Johnson said the decision to sell the properties The university had spent the interim period working through the “required processes” to ready the portfolio for sale He said the proceeds would be used to reduce the university’s $33m deficit - Buyer loses $5m deposit after walking away from $30m land deal - Mutant Mickey Mouse artist selling NZ's most colourful house - Birthplace of Wellington's out-there Olympics bid up for grabs OneRoof’s calculations show the combined rateable values of the properties were in excess of $20m Some of the properties have changed status such as a house being bowled from the site or being separated from another dwelling and the rateable values had not been updated to reflect this Bayleys has been appointed to sell the portfolio individually Some of the 24 properties are on combined titles and have to be sold together Bayleys Wellington general manager Grant Henderson said it was a rare offering as a large portfolio of properties especially in highly regarded suburbs such as Kelburn “It’s just an amazing opportunity for the right buyers It’s such a great mixture of property across the board in some fantastic locations.” Inside one of the Adams Terrace properties The portfolio being sold off includes student accommodation and former university office buildings He did not expect the diverse range of properties scattered around Kelburn to be picked up by a single developer but said it would likely be bought by different purchasers depending on their needs “We wouldn’t be imagining anyone would be buying them – Mount Street Waiteata [Road] and Fairlie [Terrace] – as a parcel because there would be no need to because they are geographically streets apart so there’s no advantage in owning them all,” Henderson said The only properties that might be bought together as a strategic purchase were the student rentals on Adams Terrace A row of eight houses with a total of 43 bedrooms on Adams Tce has been used as student accommodation and has a combined RV of $5.25m and neighbours a pair of residential rental properties on a large 3653sqm of land also on Adams Tce Henderson said these two properties were the most complex because they could not be sold individually even though they each had multiple houses on them • 24-40 Adams Terrace: Eight rental properties used as student accommodation on 1009sqm of land in one title • 42-58 Adams Terrace: Two houses used as student rental accommodation and a car park on a 3650sqm section in one title • 73 and 75 Fairlie Terrace: Run-down single bay and double bay villas on 341sqm and 316sqm sections Used as office many years ago and need full renovation to be habitable • 49 Rawhiti Terrace: 476sqm empty section • 3 Waiteata Road: 1930s character office that could easily be converted into a family home • 15 Mount Street: Two-storey weatherboard character office building that could be converted into family home “The eight you must buy together as one lot so you will be tendering on all of them The other houses on the piece of land [marketed as a development site] must be sold as another lot.” Henderson said the student accommodation on Adams Terrace could appeal to institutional buyers needing to house people because they were move-in ready and had the potential to be split back into their individual titles An aerial view of some of the properties on offer Meanwhile a 1930s home at Waiteata Street was the one property more like a home in its current state than any of the others being sold and would be the easiest one to convert back into a family home “Waiteata still maintains its original character – it’s a Spanish revivalist beautiful feature staircase and a working kitchen go ‘yip I’m renovating it and tidying it up and living in it as a home’.” The other villas including one on Mount Street had been used as office spaces by the university and had “rudimentary kitchens and bathrooms” The most run-down of these were the single-bay and double-bay villa at 73 and 75 Fairlie Terrace The uninhabitable villas were last used as office space many years ago and needed full renovations “It will require some inventive person to get in there and understand how they are going to modify the floorplates and just do internal modifications back to what they would have been originally I suppose.” Wellington’s derelict Reading Cinema complex is also up for grabs The 14,964sqm holding is in the heart of the capital's CBD he said they were all in “fantastic” Kelburn locations and all had potential to be restored back into lovely homes A 476sqm bare section on Rawhiti Terrace was also up for grabs after the home on it had been bowled Henderson said it was surrounded by beautiful substantial homes and could appeal to someone who wanted to build on it Some of the properties were also zoned as special purpose education and it would be up to the new buyer to convert it back to residential use Bayleys was unable to give a price indication on how much they would sell for and was instead inviting people to make offers via the tender process “The great news is that the end user of this is going to be able provide more housing in Wellington more homes for people to live in because it was all geared towards students – but now that it’s not fit for purpose for the university’s purposes – it now opens it up to a whole new range of buyers and needs in the city which is fantastic.” Meanwhile the deserted Reading Cinemas building on Courtenay Place and adjacent landholdings on Tory Taranaki and Wakefield Streets is also for sale The property was listed for sale in July after a deal involving Wellington City Council purchasing the land for $32m collapsed declined to answer OneRoof’s comments about the listing the marketing blurb described it as a “once-in-a-lifetime opportunity” to own 1.5ha of flat development land in Wellington’s CBD the Herald revealed a large parcel of land in Lyall Bay near Wellington Airport had been bought by interests linked to Sir Peter Jackson and Dame Fran Walsh for $105m but it had previously been reported that Jackson had shown interest in building a film museum on the land - Victoria University's Kelburn properties are for sale by tender, closing September 25 A treasured school bell has gone missing from a Wellington school Kelburn Normal School staff shared a post to Facebook that their "beloved school bell" was stolen from school grounds The bell - which has been part of the school for more than 100 years - was more than just an object to the school whānau and staff who have been part of our kura over the years "It is deeply upsetting to have something so significant stolen from us." Recently installed security cameras captured the theft on Tuesday evening but it was not clear who the perpetrators were The school has had previous issues with vandals with some damage costing thousands in repair costs Principal Danielle Sanders said she was shocked when she realised the bell had been taken: "It's just one of those things you don't think people would take." Sanders called on the people who took the bell to return it to where it belongs "Even though they might think they can get a lot of money for it it's probably not worth much - but it's worth a lot to our community," she said Anybody with information on the disappearance of the bell is encouraged to get in touch with Kelburn Normal School Sign up for Ngā Pitopito Kōrero a daily newsletter curated by our editors and delivered straight to your inbox every weekday Break-ins at two Ōtara schools and a local preschool have led to calls for more security patrols and community vigilance Just days after a high school club finished their mural they discovered it had been covered in graffiti "It's also such a hard way to end the term really disheartening for our kids to come into school," one principal says The Education Review Office says bad behaviour in schools has reached critical levels with teachers seeing fighting and vandalism every day The office is calling for national action to rein in the… Audio A man has been arrested following a string of burglaries from churches in which historical items were taken Emergency services have contained a house fire in Wellington’s Kelburn after it sent smoke billowing across the suburb Fire and Emergency NZ crews battled to put out the blaze after being alerted about 2.40pm Police were notified about 3.40pm and were assisting with traffic control in the area Bystanders were seen watching as smoke engulfed the cottage Newstalk ZB reporter Ethan Manera was at the scene and said at least seven fire appliances were responding Fire and Emergency said five crews were still on site working to fully extinguish the fire “People are advised to avoid the area to allow Fire and Emergency crews to work,” they said in a statement keep your doors and windows shut and turn off your air conditioning.” No one was in the building and Wellington Free Ambulance told the Herald no patients have been transported for further treatment A quad bike crash in rural South Canterbury has left one person dead Power is out for about 50 properties in the central Wellington suburb of Kelburn Wellington Electricity said it was still trying to determine the cause but power should be back on by just before 3pm this afternoon The affected area included Fairlie Terrace Victoria University said some of its Kelburn campus buildings were without power but it could not confirm the impact on classes Nobody was living in a million-dollar, century-old Wellington home that was damaged in a fire yesterday. Police today confirmed that the building on Plunket Street was unoccupied and untenanted when the fire began According to OneRoof, the property’s most recent RV was $1.4 million in 2021 It was then sold in April this year for $1.1m The house was originally built in the early 1900s and was not sold for nearly 100 years until 1998 Emergency services flocked to the scene on Tuesday as a blaze at the house sent smoke billowing across the suburb A Fire and Emergency New Zealand spokeswoman said crews were able to contain the fire by about 6pm “Several crews remained on site overnight to ensure there were no flare-ups and those people were able to return to their homes last night.” An investigation into the cause of the fire is under way Photos taken today show gaping holes in the roof following the blaze Police and Fenz staff can be seen on the property with tape strung across an entrance to the building Newstalk ZB reporter Ethan Manera was at the scene yesterday and said at least seven fire appliances responded No one was in the building and Wellington Free Ambulance told the Herald no patients had been transported for further treatment Fenz advised Kelburn locals to avoid smoke from the smouldering building “People are advised to avoid the area to allow Fire and Emergency crews to work,” it said in a statement Melissa Nightingale is a Wellington-based reporter who covers crime She joined the Herald in 2016 and has worked as a journalist for 10 years Fire and Emergency say investigators are working to determine the cause of a house fire in a Wellington suburb on Tuesday Fire crews were called to the blaze that ripped through a home on Plunket Street A spokesperson said firefighters had to work to prevent the spread of the fire to the closely set neighbouring properties on a steep section in the hilly suburb They said there were no injuries in the fire and crews remained at the property until around 5am today to monitor for flare ups At the height of the fire flames could be seen coming through the roofing iron of the home A local resident told RNZ it was her impression that the house had been empty for a few months People were advised to avoid the area to allow crews to put out the fire while parents guided school children homeward over a maze of hoses crisscrossing the street above the property People should keep doors and windows shut and turn off AC as smoke has filled the surrounding neighbourhood Emergency services are responding to a house fire in the Wellington suburb of Kelburn MetService National Weather Update: May 7 - May 9 Police said emergency services were called to a Mahia Rd property just before 10am after a report of a person seriously injured Mairehau house fire: Firefighters battle two-storey house blaze 10 patients were assessed and treated by our crews in total Auckland commuters face a chaotic morning after two highways leading into the central city have been majorly disrupted by crashes NZ film industry faces uncertainty over US tariff ongoing decline in livestock numbers and questions over longer sentences reducing reoffending Reporter Sierra is at Magnificent Moa Day where experts are revealing their incredible 3.6 million year-old find Emergency services are attending the fire at a McDonald's on Pakuranga Rd A video of a dog abuse incident is circulating on social media showing a dog swinging in the air and slamming into the ground on a walk in Manurewa A memorial tree has been planted at the entrance of St John’s bush in honour of slain American entomology student Kyle Whorrall Victim of abuse is wanting a judicial review Goodman Group is upgrading Highbrook Crossing to add retail dining and public space to New Zealand’s largest business park in East Tāmaki where hip hop crews from all over the world are battling to see who’s the best and Parliament tackles alcohol and mental health The Coleman family has been melting down precious metals for more than 40 years This is the first time they've shared inside their multi-million dollar gold and silver operation The Prime Minister joins Mike Hosking in the Newstalk ZB studio to talk all the big politicial issues Prime Minister Christopher Luxon was joined by Deputy PM Winston Peters and Minister of defence Judith Collins to make a pre-budget defence announcement and 3D-printed limbs help child amputees in Gaza Prime Minister Christopher Luxon is expected to be joined by Defence Minister Judith Collins and deputy Prime Minister Winston Peters make a pre-Budget defence announcement Neighbours heard explosions as a fire ripped through a Mt Roskill house Mum pays tribute after Auckland bus stop killing Australians vote early and insurance companies brace for claims Megyn Cordner and Lucas Prince started their business from the back of a van in 2022 Andrew Che lost his life savings after sending it to the wrong account Barclays Bank has refunded his money after a prolonged battle for compensation Aerial footage reveals the scale of flooding across areas of Canterbury after a destructive weather system hit the region and prompted a state of emergency North Shore real estate agency chief responds to a Real Estate Disciplinary Tribunal decision Mark Mitchell provides an update on the state of emergency in Christchurch and Selwyn A possible mini tornado was spotted about Auckland Harbour as the latest band of wild weather hits the city Fire and Emergency NZ said it responded to more than 30 callouts overnight more Kiwis turning to methamphetamine and Drs are back at the negotiating table NZSA chief executive Oliver Mander speaks about CEO pay in 2024 Waiwhetu woman Julie Paterson heard 'a loud cracking' and saw a tree branch falling towards her during Wednesday's storm Heather Keats updates the powerful system battering New Zealand breaks down why Wellington is under a rare red warning with extreme winds and Local MP Hon Nicola Grigg speak to the media on the local state of emergency in Selwyn Gisborne locals and health workers marched to Heipipi Park where speakers highlighted what they say is a regional health crisis NZ Herald Live: Simeon Brown talks to media Dame Susan Devoy’s career has been nothing if not lane-changing she became a mother of four - four boys no less Five years of being both revered and reviled as Race Relations Commissioner she trialled kiwi fruit packing in the Bay of Plenty before yet another left turn - becoming a popular contestant on Celebrity Treasure Island Dame Susan Devoy has now added author to that list with the publication of an engaging and refreshingly honest memoir The book reveals Devoy's down-to-earth and driven nature it also explores the difficult times she has faced and fallibilities any reader could relate to On Saturday, October 17, Devoy is appearing in her hometown Tauranga as part of Escape Festival ‘The little festival with big ideas celebrates thinkers and storytellers with literary talks and performances across downtown Tauranga venues Dame Susan Devoy joins Culture 101 to share some of her cultural favourites Her favourites include local artist Linda Munn crochet extraordinaires Lissy and Rudi Robinson-Cole and another regional book festival she recently attended The Featherston Booktown Karukatea Festival We also suspect her of having an affection for ‘Devoted’ a portrait of Devoy completed recently by artist Tim Christie for Pōneke squash club Hand-assembled by members using over 1000 squash balls (many retrieved from inside the club’s ceiling) viewed from a distance through an installed stringless mini squash racquet with a special lens making up an iconic photographic image of Devoy playing squash See terms of use for easy access to all your favourite programmes While the number 13 might be unlucky for some in some cultures it's actually a very positive thing and can be a sign of good fortune the number 13 is significant this year as the festival is set to bring their thirteenth party to the iconic grounds of Kelburn Castle near Largs Following on from the more inclusive and diverse lineup we saw from the 6000 capacity festival in 2022 the festival continues in the same vein with most of the headliners made up of women This year's headliners cover all manner of genre from hip-hop and electronica to funk From the first wave of the lineup announcement the Square Stage is set to host the likes of Dutch-New Zealand cosmic blues trio My Baby and two-times SAY Award-shortlisted nominee Kobi Onyame The electronic-focused Landing Stage is set to welcome everyone from Radioactive Man and Rival Consoles to DJ Flight Lezzer Quest and SAY Award winner Auntie Flo will host a melting pop of feel-good sounds with live sets from the Rebecca Vasmant Ensemble Werkha and Zeitgeist Freedom Energy Exchange Dar Disku and the inimitable Karen Nyame KG; often referred to as the “goddess of rhythm” her sound covers everything from afrobeat and gqom to r’n’b and more Meanwhile, over on The Pyramid Stage you’ll find a whole host of exciting talent Our headliners this year are our most eclectic yet with two SAY Award nominees and one SAY Award winner topping the bill Friday brings the breathtaking r’n’b and soul of Aberdeen’s AiiTee who’ll be accompanied by her full live band; Saturday will make way for the matter-of-fact lyricism of electro-post-punk siblings Comfort while Sunday will see the stage go out with a bang as the mighty Sacred Paws help us see out the festival with their infectious brand of jangly guitars and afrobeat rhythms we’re delighted to welcome Edinburgh-based rapper Psweatpants back to Kelburn following a brief cameo with Nova last year He’ll be joined on the Friday night by the talents of The Honey Farm’s Bee Asha and hip-hop harpist Queen of Harps Saturday will bring the gorgeous tones of singer-songwriter Djana Gabrielle and the country-pop stylings of Hailey Beavis headlined our stage back in 2019 with Bossy Love Joining Sacred Paws on the Sunday will be the beat poetry of Acolyte the dripping-in-sunshine pop grooves of NANI and the coldwave synths of Casual Worker with a few more treats still to be announced Kelburn Garden Party takes place at Kelburn Castle For more information on this year's festival and tickets, head to kelburngardenparty.com VisitMeetBusinessScreenVenuesOpen searchWellingtonEat & DrinkVisitEat & DrinkGraze Wine BarLocation95 Upland Road Graze is a sustainably focused wine bar that’s sure to become your new local Graze is a village wine bar in the hills of Kelburn What was once a neighbourhood butcher shop is now a meat-free restaurant serving small plates in an intimate and welcoming space Perch up at the bar or in a window-side seat to enjoy a meal filled with love for both food and the planet Kelburn village’s slower pace and peaceful atmosphere is a fitting environment for Graze Often filled with locals on their way home the 22-seater bar meets relaxed restaurant is the perfect mix of casual and quirky Its laid-back attitude makes it easy to pop in for a quick drink and snack but the interesting menu means many end up staying for a full meal Owned by husband and wife Max Gordy and Stina Persen the duo have poured their hearts and souls into every aspect of the restaurant Graze has a concise and considered pescatarian menu written on a blackboard for both flexibility and to avoid printing paper menus green surroundings mean there’s plenty of opportunity for foraging ingredients Using only sustainably caught fish and seafood means the dishes are fresh and bursting with flavour Locally-grown vegetables are used in new and unusual ways In-house pickles and preserves are the perfect accompaniment (and double as a colourful shelf decoration) A range of New Zealand wines are available by the glass showcasing many of the country’s smaller and lesser-known vineyards Most of the varietals on offer are organic or biodynamic Max and Stina’s focus on sustainability and low waste extends to the restaurant’s fit-out Food is served on quirky mismatched plates sourced from local op-shops Diners sit at tables made from recycled floorboards and on seat covers made of old jeans Above are colourful light shades rescued from the Tip Shop A retro sign of a smiling cartoon butcher on the wall welcomes you as you enter Rosella Wine BarWith a share-style menu inspired by the Mediterranean this Mount Victoria charmer is a quality dinner choice The Runholder offers an exquisite hospitality experience in Martinborough Oikos Hellenic CuisineYou’ll feel like you’re part of the family at this Greek restaurant in the suburbs ApachèA modern take on popular Northern Vietnamese hawker street food Noble Rot Wine BarBehind a distinctive red brick façade on Swan Lane you’ll find exceptional cuisine and a vast wine collection Chaat StreetFinger-lickin’ good Indian tapas will open your mind and fill your belly KisaInspired by Middle Eastern cuisine with a large Turkish influence and part community hub — this tavern with a secret garden is an oasis in the city DamascusDamascus is serving up authentic Syrian food and a taste of home in central Wellington MargotYou’ll feel right at home at this cosy Newtown spot that’s part restaurant Sign up to our newsletters to stay in the loop with everything good going on in Wellington The independent festival at Kelburn Castle on the west coast has a bit of everything – a magical woodland setting a pavilion with genuine plumbed-in toilets and a host of stages across the site presenting live bands and DJs from around the world Osunlade and drum 'n' bass legend Dillinja top the DJ list Bristol hip-hop duo The Allergies and trad crossover legends Shooglenifty lead the live section of the Kelburn lineup Over in our little corner of Kelburn, we're delighted to announce the first wave of acts for our takeover of the Pyramid Stage. Heading the list is TAAHLIAH, the Glasgow producer and songwriter responsible for our Scottish Album of 2024, Gramarye TAAHLIAH is joined by psych-post-punk duo Man of Moon There's also hip-hop from prolific producer Supermann on da beat as well as PAQUE following up his cameo with Leif Coffield on our stage last year with a full set in 2025 There's synth-pop from Both Hands and Possibly Jamie There's lots more to come as we complete the lineup for our Pyramid Stage takeover – keep an eye on our socials for the latest with collaborations and takeovers from the likes of EHFM Rebecca Vasmant's label Rebecca's Records and plenty more to come Kelburn Garden Party 2025 takes place at Kelburn Castle, near Largs, 3-7 July. Tickets are on sale now via kelburngardenparty.com Link to source page Link to source page Link to source page Link to source page Link to source page Link to source page Link to source page Temperature data for December 1927 at Kelburn have been added to the NIWA Climate Database Temperature data for December 1927 at Kelburn (agent number 3385) have been added to the NIWA Climate Database Kelburn is one of the sites used to create the 'Wellington' record for the NIWA seven-station temperature series For all NIWA media and website related enquiries please visit the contact page A chemical spill at Vic uni has meant Police have closed intersection of Kelburn Parade Fairlie Tce and Glasgow so alternative routes recommended in meantime Emergency services are responding to reports of a chemical leak in Central Wellington this evening Police have evacuated about 50 people from a roughly 200m perimeter around the area since the first reports were received shortly before 9pm A Fire and Emergency spokesperson said they were responding to a “hazardous substance” on Salamanca Rd in Kelburn this evening ”We have set up a command point and are investigating “At this stage the substance has not been identified People are asked to avoid the area around the intersection of Salamanca Rd and Kelburn Parade A police spokesperson said: “cordons are in place on Salamanca Rd in Kelburn as emergency services respond to a potential gas leak” A Northland resident was travelling home on the bus when it was pulled over by police said: “We’ve just been told there was a massive gas leak along either Upland or Salamanca road and a few people have fallen over because of it “Both cops and fire were there blocking the road off.” Anyone in the area that is feeling unwell should call 111 without delay The emergency response is unfolding less than 1km from where several people in a Victoria University science lab were evacuated at the end of January following a chemical leak including a Hazmat unit and a command unit rushed to Victoria University on January 28 after an incident at its Kelburn campus Fire and Emergency shift manager Chris Dalton told NZME an alarm had gone off at the university “People at the university reported strange smells and banging noises coming from one of the science labs It appears to be some sort of reaction,” Dalton said Public health staff also attended the incident Benjamin Plummer is an Auckland-based reporter who covers breaking news Home » Mattress Reviews » Sealy Hybrid Performance Copper II and Kelburn II Review Sleepopolis may earn a commission on sales through our affiliate links in this article. This commission allows us to run our testing lab and continue to bring our readers the most comprehensive information on sleep and related products. See our disclosures Editor’s Note: The Muse mattress is no longer available, but I recommend checking out our Sealy Posturepedic mattress review I’ll be digging into the middle level of the Sealy Hybrid Line Situated between the Essentials (least expensive) and the Premium (most expensive) the Performance combines gentle foam with a Tempurpedic pocketed coil system for a sleep that aims to be as pressure-relieving as it is supportive and sinkage to figure out if it might just be the mattress of your dreams I should note that this write-up is going to be a little different than my other Sealy Hybrid ones because the Performance comes in two models: the Kelburn II and the Copper II which I’ll be breaking down throughout the assessment Continue reading below for my Sealy Hybrid mattress review. Don’t have time to read it all? Click here to skip to the bottom and check out my review summary. the Sealy Hybrid Premium comes in two different variations so I’m going to walk you through their individual constructions below The Kelburn II is built with four layers of gentle foam and pocketed coils When compared to its mattress comrade the Copper II thanks to an additional layer of Sealy’s Cushion Extra Soft Foam the Copper II is a slightly firmer bed than the Kelburn II the Copper employs an extra layer of firm support foam as well as a thin base of high-density poly foam While these changes may not seem drastically different they do contribute to the bed’s totally unique feel the Kelburn and the Copper feature nearly identical constructions with soft foam top layers up top supported by a Tempurpedic pocketed coil system below each bed features a section that’s unique to them as seen in either the Extra Soft Foam in the Kelburn or the Sealy Support Foam in the Copper the addition of these layers helps to transform the mattresses into two unique models deep sinkage feel while the Copper has just a bit more bounce Perhaps one of the most noticeable difference between the two beds is their price While a Queen size Kelburn comes in at $1,300 After taking a look at the constructions of these Sealy beds let’s chat about their different firmness levels and feels As I applied light force to the Kelburn II I found that I was immediately interacting with the thick knit cover and the soft foams up top My hand sank snuggly into the bed and I felt some quality pressure relief I began to experience the bounce of the mattress as I encountered the pocketed coil support system Pressing into this bed with a little hand pressure the first thing I felt was the contouring of the memory foam in the comfort layer As I placed both hands on the mattress and added more force I met the firmer transition layer and the pocketed coils which lifted me up and out of the structure Since folks of different sizes and body types are going to feel firmness differently I decided to invite three other testers to help me figure out the firmnesses of these Sealy beds We each stretched out on the two mattresses decided on our individual firmness ratings averaged them together and then compiled them on the graph below While feel is always going to be a personal thing this will hopefully give you a better sense of the firmness you can expect from these beds my testers gave the Kelburn II an average firmness rating of 6 When compared to the industry standard of 6.5 for medium firmness it’s clear that this bed is just a touch below medium firm I personally gave the bed a 5 as I found its combination of gentle foams produced quite a soft feel You’re likely to really sink into this structure with the foams working to provide pressure relief at the shoulders and hips as well as along the spine the pocketed coil system does do a good job of supporting the sleeper so you won’t feel too stuck in the mattress my testers also gave the Copper II an average firmness rating of 6 which sets it as just a smidge below medium firm as I found its extra transition layer brought some firmness to the mattress While you’ll still sink into the Copper II for satisfying pressure relief is going to curb some of this and place you more on top of the mattress than in it I should note that I am lying on the Firm Copper II we’re going to chat about these beds’ pressure or more specifically where pressure points are likely to form while lying on top of them To give you an idea of where these tension spots might crop up I placed a pressure map on top of each mattress and rested on my back You can see the results on the images below where pressure is represented from blue (low pressure) to red (high pressure) I felt as though my weight was evenly distributed across the surface I could feel myself sinking pretty deeply into the layers of memory foam up top which provided my lumbar region with some fantastic pressure relief Given the slow response to pressure of all these materials I did find it a tad difficult to move around the mattress Edge Support – Scooting close to the side I felt extremely secure thanks to the additional layer of edge support coils in the Tempurpedic pocketed coil system These springs lifted me up and out of the structure allowing me to use the entire surface area of the bed I’d say the Kelburn II could make a great pick for anyone who sleeps with a partner Side – Turning onto my side, I felt a lot of great relief from this mattress. As I mentioned up top, I found this bed to have a firmness of about 5/10, which tells me it’s a pretty soft structure perfect for side sleepers This is because gentler mattresses do a great job of cushioning the shoulders and hips I could really feel myself sinking into the mattress which makes sense considering the 4.5” of gentle foam up top I could feel these materials filling in the space at my lumbar region for some nice pressure relief I didn’t feel stuck in the mattress and found it easy to move around and change positions Edge Support – Scooting as close to the side as I could Like the other Sealy Hybrid mattress I’ve reviewed the Copper II features an extra layer of edge support coils which help to bolster the sleeper across the entire surface area of the mattress I think the Copper II could be a potentially great fit for couples I continued to feel a lot of comfort from this mattress Though this is the “Firm” version of the bed thanks to the thick layers of memory foam up top These materials hugged my shoulders and hips providing them with excellent pressure relief As these spots are typical problem areas for side sleepers I’d say this bed could be great for those who doze primarily on their sides Stomach – As I landed on my stomach, I began to feel a bit of discomfort as my hips sank out of line with my shoulders. Stomach sleepers tend to prefer firmer mattresses that keep the spine in a nice so this bed might be a touch too soft for them strict stomach sleepers should check out the firmer Sealy Hybrid Essentials In this next section, we’ll be taking a look at the Performance’s motion transfer, or the amount of disturbance detectable from one side of the bed to the other. While this test will be important to all sleepers, it’s especially relevant for those who share a bed as it’ll let you know just how bothered you’ll be by their movements in the middle of the night 8 inches and 12 inches and measured the disturbance it caused: the bigger the lines FYI: Each drop is meant to symbolize a different movement you’re likely to experience in bed from tossing and turning (4”) to getting out of bed (8”) all the way to full on jumping (12”) These are pretty fantastic motion transfer results which tell me that you shouldn’t be too bothered by your partner’s tossing and turning The soft foams up top do an excellent job of dampening movement across the surface while the individually wrapped coils in the core help to disperse this motion even deeper into the structure the Copper II has really solid motion transfer Though the addition of the transition support layer does make this a slightly firmer bed the soft layers of foam work to target and absorb any movement along the surface most people want to know whether they’ll feel like they’re sinking “into” the mattress or laying “on top” of it I placed four balls of varying sizes and densities (a 6 lb medicine ball and a 100 lb medicine ball) on the Performance mattresses and measured how much they compressed the surface which isn’t that surprising when you consider the thick layers of foam that overlay the pocketed coil system You’re likely to really sink into this bed as the materials contour to the curves of your body you might feel like you’re more “in” the Kelburn than “on top” of it While featuring less sinkage than the Kelburn the Copper II still boasts a lot of the stuff You’ll likely sink through the comfort and contour layers for some pleasant pressure relief but will find that the transition support layer and pocketed coil system keep you buoyed on top of the mattress Just getting started? Begin your mattress search with my mattress reviews breakdown. If you’re convinced one of these Sealy Hybrid Performances is the right mattress for you the size and pricing information for the beds are below Please note that these prices reflect standard pricing at time of publication Now that we’ve looked at these two Sealy Hybrid Performances side by side let’s take a moment to go over some general pros and then a few cons so you can figure out which one is right for you: Click the link for more information on the Sealy Hybrid Performance Copper II and Kelburn II from Sears The Kelburn and the Copper feature nearly identical constructions one of the most noticeable differences between the two beds is their price Each bed also features a section that’s unique to them Both of these Sealy hybrid mattress models feature memory foam that sleeps cool Sealy does not sell directly to the consumer if you are interested in purchasing one or trying out the feel Take a look at our mattress performance rating for the Sealy Hybrid Performance mattress line below Scotland’s most magical and vibrant independent festival returns in 2025 to celebrate its 15th edition Nestled at the foot of a stunning Scottish glen Kelburn is more than just a festival—it’s an immersive adventure where music will be transformed into a kaleidoscope of music with surreal interactive experiences and pioneering art installations woven throughout Kelburn continues its legacy as a one-of-a-kind gathering Today’s line-up announcement features over 90 international and homegrown artists across 5 of its 8 stages Making her Scottish festival debut on Kelburn’s flagship electronic stage Peruvian producer and singer-songwriter Sofia Kourtesis brings her euphoric electronic soundscapes  as heard on her critically acclaimed Ninja Tune album Madres While Romare (Live) delivers his first-ever Scottish live show of sample-driven beats and dancefloor innovator Auntie Flo returns with two unique sets—Live AV and Biosonic ‘Plants Can Dance’ performance a true pioneer in the world of soulful house Drum & bass legend Dillinja is set to deliver a signature high-energy set while trailblazing DnB star Mandidextrous brings their hybrid bass sound OK Williams makes a welcome return to Scotland with EMA and For Mankind (DJ Dribbler’s new alias) adding to the mix which celebrates a dynamic mix of live music from around the world South African masters of Psychedelic Afro-pop arrive from Soweto to make their Scottish debut after wowing audiences at Glastonbury and WOMAD last summer the cult Scottish pioneers of ‘acid croft,’ return for a special performance Festival favourites The Allergies are also set to deliver their signature blend of funk while She Drew The Gun takes the stage following the release of their latest album The Viewpoint Stage—known for its breathtaking setting and eclectic programming – welcomes tastemaker Jamz Supernova alongside Osunlade’s Afro-house grooves and Rebecca Vasmant Ensemble headlining her Rebecca’s Records label takeover while NTS Radio mainstay and Numbers label signee Shy One and legendary Berlin electronic duo Session Victim add to the eclectic lineup For those seeking fresh talent and underground sounds The Pyramid Stage—curated by The Skinny—spotlights the next wave of Scottish music Scotland’s hyperpop and club music sensation while Man of Moon returns with their psychedelic post-punk soundscapes following the release of their latest album Kelburn’s 15th edition celebrates global sounds and underground talent an all-female Afro-Brazilian percussion group while Raz & Afla blend West African percussion with deep electronic grooves Scottish-Latin collective Omega Nebula will deliver a hypnotic fusion of jazz an Ullapool-based collective known for its micro-parties as well as Headset’s 10th birthday showcase A core part of Kelburn’s ethos is its dedication to supporting local labels providing a platform for Scotland’s most exciting grassroots talent to showcase their work This spirit of cross-pollination shines through in special takeovers from Hobbes Music and fresh perspectives in a truly unique setting where art and nature collide in unexpected ways At the heart of this creative playground is the Neverending Glen an evolving open-air exhibition where the landscape itself becomes part of the artwork This year’s residency programme brings new installations and surreal encounters hidden within the glen’s ancient trees and winding pathways or a moment of quiet reflection by a waterfall the glen invites festival-goers to slow down and experience art in its most organic form said: “This year marks the outrageously juicy 15th edition of Kelburn Garden Party and I couldn’t be prouder of the incredible journey we’ve been on Kelburn has become a beacon for the best emerging creative talent in Scotland and beyond and a desire to create wonder over financial gain It’s more than a festival—it’s a magical sensory adventure through the glen and gardens where kindness and compassion are nurtured and fiercely protected.” said: “Kelburn’s music and arts programme is a labour of love championing emerging talent alongside exciting international guests Diversity and inclusion are at the heart of our booking with artists from all five continents joining forces with Scotland’s best offering them a unique space to create and exhibit in an ancient natural setting.” We are using cookies to give you the best experience on our website You can find out more about which cookies we are using or switch them off in settings This website uses cookies so that we can provide you with the best user experience possible Cookie information is stored in your browser and performs functions such as recognising you when you return to our website and helping our team to understand which sections of the website you find most interesting and useful Strictly Necessary Cookie should be enabled at all times so that we can save your preferences for cookie settings we will not be able to save your preferences This means that every time you visit this website you will need to enable or disable cookies again More information about our Cookie Policy Early temperature measurements were made at a site in Thorndon but the site was relocated in 1928 to Kelburn: 120m higher In Wellington early temperature measurements were made at a site in Thorndon but the site was relocated in 1928 to Kelburn The Kelburn site is colder because it is about 120m higher than the Thorndon site This illustrates why we sometimes need to adjust climate data Temperature measurements have been made in the Wellington City area since 1862 but the measurement site has been moved several times It is well known that some parts of Wellington are colder than others so the ‘Wellington’ temperature depends on where it is measured This graph shows annual temperatures at three Wellington sites: Thorndon (3 metres above sea level), Kelburn (125 metres above sea level), and Wellington Airport (4 metres above sea level), as recorded in the NIWA Climate Database. the well-understood physics of a temperature decrease with height (the “lapse-rate” effect) is the primary cause of the differences Kelburn is about 120m higher in altitude than Thorndon or Wellington Airport we have measurements from both Kelburn and Wellington Airport This shows clearly how both sites fluctuate up and down in unison from year to year – the trend is similar even though the absolute temperature reading is different if one measurement station is closed (or data are missing for a period) it is acceptable to replace it with another nearby site provided an adjustment is made to account for the average temperature difference between the sites These adjustments are based on accepted international practice Climate scientists compare and calculate the differences between climate stations This graph shows the annual temperatures at the same three sites but with Thorndon and Wellington Airport adjusted to match the Kelburn record Where there is an overlap in time between two records (such as Wellington Airport and Kelburn) it is a simple matter to calculate the average offset and adjust one site relative to the other Wellington Airport is +0.79°C warmer than Kelburn which matches well with measurements in many parts of the world for how rapidly temperature decreases with altitude Thorndon overlapped with Kelburn for just 29 days we have applied the same offset to Thorndon as was calculated for the Airport for the NIWA seven-station temperature series we use a more sophisticated technique comparing records from several sites across the changeover period See our technical notes for more detail. The final “adjusted” temperature curve can be used to draw inferences about Wellington temperature change over the 20th century The raw temperature records must be adjusted when sites are moved to different locations around the Wellington area Over the 100-year period from 1909 to 2009 the least squares linear trend for the composite 'Wellington' annual temperature record is +0.79 ºC with an associated 95% confidence interval of +0.49 ºC to +1.10 ºC For all NIWA media and website related enquiries please visit the contact page. VisitMeetBusinessScreenVenuesOpen searchWellingtonSee & DoVisitSee & DoWellington Cable CarLocation 280 Lambton Quay Wellington Cable Car leads to some of the best views of the capital the Cable Car has trundled up and down the Kelburn hillside The five-minute trip has become a Wellington must-do for tourists the bright red Wellington Cable Car departs from Lambton Quay and makes its way up into the hills of Kelburn.  The 612m journey travels through three tunnels and over three bridges Once you’ve reached the top you’ll have risen 120m above sea level The views of the city below and harbour and hills beyond are A milestone in engineering when it opened in February 1902 this is New Zealand’s only remaining funicular railway the two red cable cars have traversed the hill many times a day for over one hundred years As you travel from the city centre to the Kelburn terminal make sure you check out the LED light installations by Angus Muir. Each of the two tunnels has 60 arches of light strings, which synchronise with a computer program. The program allows the Wellington Cable Car team to choose different patterns and put on special displays for events, such as the Pride Rainbow, Matariki Stars, New Zealand flag, and plenty more. pause to take in the panoramic views from the nearby lookout Then head into the Wellington Cable Car Museum It tells the story of how Wellington’s most iconic transport system developed you’re greeted by the ‘Relentless Red Rattler’ the cable car unit gained its nickname because of the rattling noise it produced when going up and down the hill.  A detailed Lego display of the whole cable car route complete with houses There’s also a selfie wall where you can pretend you’re standing in the Cable Car tunnel — complete with twinkling LED lights.  This beautifully restored cable car was used in the early 1900s It’s an elegant piece of machinery that evokes an earlier time of technological progress and late Victorian innovation The ground floor is home to the winding machine room This was fully operational from 1930 to 1978 It served as the nerve centre of the cable car system Here you’ll see the machinery once used to haul the cable cars up the hill to the summit and technology in the museum is fascinating The return journey back to Lambton Quay completes the experience you can enter the Wellington Botanic Garden directly beside the Kelburn terminal East By West FerriesExperience Wellington from the water explore the eastern bays and an island nature reserve on the city’s only harbour ferries Switched on BikesPedal through the streets with the greatest of ease The hills are no problem with a Switched on Bike Seashore Cabaret serves up fun and fast diner food with views across the Petone foreshore Te Nukuao Wellington ZooThe first carboNZero-certified zoo in the world Te Nukuao Wellington Zoo puts conservation at the centre of everything it does Drink in the views at Maranui CaféHearty breakfasts come with a side of incredible views and retro décor at this quintessential Wellington experience Brewtown Upper HuttThe ultimate destination for craft beer plus 4,500 square metres devoted to entertainment Trail and a treat: Outdoor combos in WellingtonThe city’s hills and trails offer much opportunity to experience nature Fuel your adventure with a stop-off at one of the excellent eateries offers nearby Carlucci Land Mini GolfPay a visit to Carlucci Land just 10 minutes from the central city to discover why this 18-hole mini golf course has become a Wellington landmark Te Ara Whānui ki te Rangi Space PlaceSpace Place is home to a digital full-dome planetarium Willis LaneDelve below ground and find a bustling world bursting at the seams with entertainment and places to eat Sign up to our newsletters to stay in the loop with everything good going on in Wellington.