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Hutt City Council’s AI-Volution Initiative Wins The Spirit Of Service Innovation Award
Friday, 5 September 2025, 12:10 pm | Hutt City Council
Council was honoured for its AI-Volution initiative, an unapologetically bold leap into the future of public service and a rare example of local government winning at these awards. More >>
Replacement For Ava Rail Bridge Footbridge Coming In 2026
Wednesday, 3 September 2025, 2:14 pm | Hutt City Council
The new bridge, an essential connection across the river, will clip on to the existing rail bridge, making the structure stronger, safer, and wide enough for pedestrians and cyclists. More >>
Council Gifts Three Vehicles To Volunteer Emergency Responder Group
Tuesday, 2 September 2025, 12:58 pm | Hutt City Council
NZRT-18 plays a critical role when Lower Hutt’s Emergency Operations Centre is mobilised as the city faces the impact of earthquakes and severe weather events. More >>
Lower Hutt Hits Native Tree Target, Thanks To A City-Wide Effort
Friday, 29 August 2025, 11:57 am | Hutt City Council
Today Mayor Barry planted the 114,000th tree - a Kōwhai in Riddiford Gardens - to mark the significant milestone for Mouri Tupu Planting for the Future. More >>
Lower Hutt Hits Native Tree Target, Thanks To A City-Wide Effort
Friday, 29 August 2025, 11:56 am | Hutt City Council
Today Mayor Barry planted the 114,000th tree - a Kōwhai in Riddiford Gardens - to mark the significant milestone for Mouri Tupu Planting for the Future. More >>
Walter Mildenhall Park Vision Comes Full Circle For Tamariki
Thursday, 28 August 2025, 9:18 am | Hutt City Council
With tamariki completing the planting, the park stands as a living example of how design, culture, and local voices can come together as one. More >>
Mayoral Debate, Candidate Kōrero And Candidate Videos Light Up The Lower Hutt Election
Wednesday, 27 August 2025, 2:33 pm | Hutt City Council
The event starts at 6pm with a Candidate Kōrero, a drop-in, expo-style session where residents can talk directly with council and mayoral candidates. More >>
Lower Hutt Parking Meters Going Cashless After Vandalism Spree
Tuesday, 12 August 2025, 12:46 pm | Hutt City Council
Since the start of 2025, 30 parking meters have been intentionally damaged or destroyed. Thieves took just $2975 in total, but the cost of repairs and replacements is far greater. More >>
Celebrating The Local Unsung Heroes At The 2025 Volunteer Awards
Friday, 8 August 2025, 10:09 am | Hutt City Council
Wellington Airport chief executive Matt Clarke said the airport was proud to celebrate the outstanding work of community groups in Hutt City over the previous 12 months. More >>
City Centre Framework Adopted And Next Phase Of Community Engagement Launched
Tuesday, 5 August 2025, 9:00 am | Hutt City Council
Whether you live nearby, work in the area, or just love spending time in the city centre, we want to hear what matters most to you and where we should focus our mahi. More >>
Council’s New Events Strategy To Drive Growth And Vibrancy
Monday, 4 August 2025, 9:40 am | Hutt City Council
The new Events Strategy 2025-2034 sets out a clear approach to unlock new opportunities and help people run great events. It aims to make Lower Hutt more vibrant, welcoming and full of life, while driving economic activity in our city. More >>
Hutt City Council 2025 Local Elections - Candidates Confirmed
Friday, 1 August 2025, 4:36 pm | Hutt City Council
Electoral Officer Bruce Hodgins says, "Nominations are down on previous elections, but all positions have been filled. "Along with voting on the two referendums on the ballot, we encourage all eligible voters to get involved and have their say on ... More >>
Mayor Campbell Barry Calls For A Water Services Powerhouse In Lower Hutt
Thursday, 31 July 2025, 9:55 am | Hutt City Council
The Mayor is proposing that the new water entity establish its headquarters in Lower Hutt’s CBD, acting as a catalyst for a wider precinct of businesses and research focused on water infrastructure and services. More >>
Final Call For Lower Hutt Candidates: Local Election Nominations Close Soon
Monday, 28 July 2025, 3:39 pm | Hutt City Council
To date, 14 nominations have been received for mayor, councillor and community board roles, however 10 out of 11 vacancies remain open for the Wainuiomata and Eastbourne Community Boards. More >>
Hutt City Council Chief Executive Releases Pre-Election Report
Monday, 14 July 2025, 5:12 pm | Hutt City Council
The incoming Council will need to make some hard calls. Our costs are rising and there is a need to look carefully at what is being spent and why - and how we can improve our performance in a way that doesn’t add significant costs to ratepayers. More >>
Riverbank Market To Move To Dowse Square - Mayor Announces New Site For 2026
Monday, 14 July 2025, 7:06 am | Hutt City Council
The new location was selected after detailed planning and engagement. It’s close to the current market site, can host existing stallholders, and is well-connected to public transport and parking. More >>
Thousands Of Free Native Plants For Lower Hutt - Let’s Get More In The Ground
Wednesday, 9 July 2025, 8:58 am | Hutt City Council
Locals can register for up to five free native plants to grow in their own backyards or community area. We’ve doubled the total number of plants available this year, up from 2000 last year, as we push to reach 114,000 native plantings by 2025. More >>
Lower Hutt Mayor Welcomes New Water Entity Reset For The Region
Monday, 30 June 2025, 9:03 pm | Hutt City Council
The decision comes as part of the Government's ‘Local Water Done Well’ reform, which requires councils to decide on a long term water services model and submit delivery plans by September 2025. More >>
Investment In Core Services And Infrastructure Continues In Lower Hutt
Friday, 27 June 2025, 5:16 pm | Hutt City Council
The Annual Plan sets a rates revenue increase of 12.6% (after growth) which is a reduction from the 13.4% (after growth) increase forecast in the 10-Year Plan adopted in 2024. This equates to an average weekly increase of $8.90 per household. More >>
Blooming Heck: Hutt City Council Named Global Finalist In Mayors Challenge
Thursday, 26 June 2025, 9:07 am | Hutt City Council
The Challenge, which attracted 630 applications, is the world’s biggest ideas competition for cities. It rewards bold, creative ideas that have the power to improve lives. More >>
