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The Great Outdoors Summer Events photo competition
Thursday, 3 April 2014, 2:15 pm | Greater Wellington Regional Council
Now is the time to have your say on some of the best photos taken this summer. Five finalists have been found in the Greater Wellington Regional Council Great Outdoors Summer Events photo competition, and it’s up to you to choose the overall winner. More >>
Island Bay residents asked to help
Wednesday, 26 March 2014, 1:09 pm | Greater Wellington Regional Council
Residents of Island Bay and surrounding areas are being asked to help locate the source of recurring discharge coming from the stormwater outfall at the end of the concrete pier on Island Bay Beach. More >>
GWRC wants your views on draft Annual Plan
Monday, 24 March 2014, 1:43 pm | Greater Wellington Regional Council
Greater Wellington Regional Council is seeking your views about project and funding decisions outlined in its draft Annual Plan 2014/15, with submissions opening today. More >>
Consultation: Co-management plan for Parangarahu Lakes
Friday, 21 March 2014, 4:49 pm | Greater Wellington Regional Council
The management focus for the Parangarahu Lakes area is soon to be clarified with the release of a draft co-management plan and proposed changes to the East Harbour section of the Parks Network Plan. More >>
Wellington public transport plan adopted for consultation
Thursday, 20 March 2014, 10:22 am | Greater Wellington Regional Council
A blueprint for world-class public transport in Wellington was today given the green light for public consultation. The Draft Regional Public Transport Plan outlines a range of major improvements to public transport in the region over the next eight ... More >>
Pedalling in the Park 2014 focuses on kids
Monday, 17 March 2014, 1:21 pm | Greater Wellington Regional Council
The accent will be on kids in this year’s Pedalling in the Park , the popular annual event which will take place on 6 April at the Wellington Road entrance to Queen Elizabeth Park accessed via Paekakariki. More >>
Wellington Region Emergency Management monitors Cyclone LUSI
Thursday, 13 March 2014, 3:10 pm | Greater Wellington Regional Council
Wellington Region Emergency Management Office (WREMO) is encouraging people to stay abreast of developments in respect of Cyclone LUSI this weekend. Group Controller Bruce Pepperell says that the full brunt of the Cyclone is likely to miss the greater ... More >>
Movin'March - coming to a school near you!
Wednesday, 12 March 2014, 9:41 am | Greater Wellington Regional Council
School children and their families are putting their feet, cycles, scooters and skateboards into top gear for Movin’March – a region-wide celebration of active travel to and from school taking place from 24 March – 28 March 2014. More >>
Submissions opening for regional council’s Draft Annual Plan
Thursday, 6 March 2014, 5:27 pm | Greater Wellington Regional Council
Submissions opening for regional council’s Draft Annual Plan 2014/15 and integrated delivery of water services More >>
Wgtn Regional Council to advertise for new Chief Executive
Wednesday, 5 March 2014, 2:43 pm | Greater Wellington Regional Council
The role of Chief Executive for Greater Wellington Regional Council will go to the market following the decision of incumbent David Benham not to seek reappointment at the end of his contract. More >>
Bring your dog to Upper Hutt’s Paws in the Park
Tuesday, 4 March 2014, 4:31 pm | Greater Wellington Regional Council
Pooches and people will once again get together in Upper Hutt’s Tunnel Gully with the return of the very popular Paws in the Park day out. The event follows last year’s very successful walk, which attracted more than 200 people and 150 dogs to explore ... More >>
Bus Rapid Transit for Wellington’s future public transport
Tuesday, 4 March 2014, 3:47 pm | Greater Wellington Regional Council
Bus Rapid Transit through central Wellington is the best solution for a high quality public transport spine through central Wellington, the Regional Transport Committee decided today. More >>
Proposed railway station at Raumati not included in plan
Wednesday, 26 February 2014, 11:18 am | Greater Wellington Regional Council
“The removal of Raumati Station from the long-term plan will be disappointing for many Kapiti people who have been passionate about this and have put a lot of effort into lobbying for its construction. However, I hope they’ll understand that circumstances ... More >>
Melling Station building to re-open tomorrow
Monday, 17 February 2014, 3:01 pm | Greater Wellington Regional Council
Melling Station building will re-open tomorrow (Tuesday 18 February) now that the public access areas have been cleared of asbestos dust. The building was closed in December last year when tests found evidence of asbestos dust in parts of the building. More >>
Small increase in public transport fares recommended
Thursday, 13 February 2014, 8:52 pm | Greater Wellington Regional Council
A small increase in most non-cash fares for bus, train and harbour ferry services is being recommended by Greater Wellington Regional Council officers. Council policy is to review fares annually. Any decision by Council to proceed with a fare increase ... More >>
Important Porirua Harbour habitats at risk
Tuesday, 11 February 2014, 10:49 am | Greater Wellington Regional Council
The results of a recent survey show sediment entering the harbour continues to be a problem in Porirua Harbour. More >>
Wellington councils to consider water proposal
Friday, 7 February 2014, 4:09 pm | Greater Wellington Regional Council
From next week, councils in metropolitan Wellington will meet to consider a proposal to combine retail and bulk water services across Wellington, Porirua and the Hutt Valley. The Councils want to increase the number of services they share as a regional ... More >>
Rimutaka Hill motorcyclists encouraged to attend skills day
Friday, 7 February 2014, 10:04 am | Greater Wellington Regional Council
Rimutaka Hill motorcyclists encouraged to attend Martinborough skills day Motorcyclists who ride regularly on the Rimutaka Hill Road are encouraged to attend a skills and safety training day in Martinborough this Sunday 9 February. “This is a great opportunity ... More >>
Bus rapid transit recommended for Wellington’s future
Wednesday, 5 February 2014, 7:16 pm | Greater Wellington Regional Council
A Bus Rapid Transit system has been recommended as the best option for a first class, modern and affordable public transport solution through central Wellington. More >>
Rimutaka Summit - Top spot tidy up
Wednesday, 29 January 2014, 1:13 pm | Greater Wellington Regional Council
Rimutaka Summit - Top spot tidy up The very popular viewing point at the Rimutaka Road Summit will soon look a whole lot smarter with the creation of a new lookout point, loop track and interpretation panel, and landscaping. Greater Wellington Regional ... More >>
