Mission & Values

Our Mission

To deliver independent, accurate, and engaging journalism that informs, inspires, and strengthens the Wellington community.

Our Core Values

🎯 Truth

We are committed to factual accuracy in everything we publish. Every story is thoroughly researched, every source is verified, and every claim is substantiated. When we make mistakes, we correct them promptly and transparently.

⚖️ Integrity

We maintain editorial independence from political parties, corporations, and special interests. Our loyalty is to our readers and the truth. We disclose potential conflicts of interest and separate news reporting from opinion pieces clearly.

🤝 Community

Wellington is our home, and our readers are our neighbors. We cover the issues that matter to Wellingtonians, amplify diverse voices from across our community, and provide a platform for constructive civic dialogue.

💡 Innovation

We embrace new technologies and storytelling methods to make journalism more accessible, engaging, and interactive. From data visualization to multimedia features, we're constantly exploring better ways to inform our community.

🌟 Excellence

We hold ourselves to the highest standards of journalism. This means thorough reporting, clear writing, ethical conduct, and constant improvement in our craft. We're not satisfied with good enough—we strive for excellent.

🌈 Diversity

Wellington is a diverse city, and our coverage reflects that. We seek out perspectives from all corners of our community, ensuring that voices from different backgrounds, cultures, and experiences are represented in our journalism.

Our Editorial Principles

  • Accuracy First: We verify before we publish
  • Fair Representation: We give all sides a fair hearing
  • Context Matters: We provide background and perspective
  • Protect Sources: We honor confidentiality commitments
  • Serve the Public: The public interest guides our decisions
  • Transparency: We explain our methods and sources when possible
  • Accountability: We hold the powerful accountable, including ourselves

Our Commitment to You

As readers of The Wellington Times, you can expect:

  • News coverage free from political bias or corporate influence
  • Rigorous fact-checking and source verification
  • Clear distinction between news and opinion
  • Diverse perspectives and inclusive coverage
  • Responsive engagement with reader concerns and feedback
  • Protection of your privacy and data
  • Continuous improvement in our journalism

Have Questions About Our Standards?

We welcome feedback and questions about our editorial practices.

Contact Our Editorial Team