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Hutt City Council - Latest News [Page 4]

Lower Hutt, It’s Our Time - Suzy Cato Is Coming To Town

Tuesday, 24 June 2025, 10:40 am | Hutt City Council

Suzy - who was recently recognised as an officer of the New Zealand Order of Merit in the King’s Birthday Honours List for her services to children’s television and entertainment - is primed and ready for her Hutt visit. More >>

Dance And Culture Lights Up Lower Hutt For Matariki

Thursday, 19 June 2025, 4:26 pm | Hutt City Council

From the fierce rhythms of kapa haka to the sharp moves of street dance and a colourful celebration of cultural identity, Lower Hutt is set to host an exciting programme of performance events that will bring thousands together. More >>

Young Artists Lead The Pack In Council’s Dog Registration Campaign

Wednesday, 4 June 2025, 12:26 pm | Hutt City Council

Earlier this year, Council’s Animal Services team ran a drawing and colouring competition inviting local tamariki to showcase their artistic take on man’s best friend. Entries flooded in from across Lower Hutt. More >>

The Wellington Water Committee Welcomes New Directors To Wellington Water’s Board

Wednesday, 4 June 2025, 10:29 am | Hutt City Council

Wellington Water Committee Chair and Lower Hutt Mayor Campbell Barry says the new appointments strengthen the board’s overall depth of experience. These appointments bring the board back up to full strength, with Board Chair Nick Leggett now supported ... More >>

Hutt City Council Considers Non-binding Referendum Question On Exploring Council Amalgamation

Friday, 30 May 2025, 2:05 pm | Hutt City Council

The referendum is non-binding and it will be up to the future Council to consider the results after the election. The move comes after Porirua City Council agreed yesterday to include in voting papers the question of whether to explore council ... More >>

Sounds By The Awa In Lower Hutt To Celebrate NZ Music Month

Tuesday, 27 May 2025, 8:34 am | Hutt City Council

Guitarist/vocalist Daniel Sugrue says Valley Kids are into "groove based" music incorporating soul, RnB, Reggae, rock and three-part harmonies. More >>

Wainuiomata’s Hugh Sinclair Park Set For Transformation

Monday, 26 May 2025, 2:08 pm | Hutt City Council

The masterplan was developed with input from key local stakeholders including the Wainuiomata marae, Love Wainuiomata community group and residents of the neighbouring Wainuiomata Masonic Village. More >>

Bringing Two Critically Endangered Native Plants Back From The Brink

Tuesday, 20 May 2025, 11:57 am | Hutt City Council

Council has undertaken propagation work at Percy Scenic Reserve to help Myosotis petiolata and Celmisia aff. gracilenta ‘Mangaweka’ not only survive but thrive. More >>

AI Driving Safety Changes At Tupua Horo Nuku

Thursday, 8 May 2025, 2:17 pm | Hutt City Council

Hutt City Council Economy and Development Director Jon Kingsbury says the AI pilot is a welcome addition to the Tupua Horo Nuku project. More >>

Government Funding Secured For Ava Rail Footbridge Replacement

Thursday, 8 May 2025, 7:20 am | Hutt City Council

Mayor Barry has spent months advocating for Government support to maintain this vital pedestrian connection in Lower Hutt by building a replacement footbridge. More >>

Metal Art Shapes Lower Hutt For More Than Three Decades

Wednesday, 7 May 2025, 11:19 am | Hutt City Council

The Seaview-based company’s latest creations have helped transform a vacant Council site on Daly St into a people-friendly, temporary community space. More >>

Hutt City Council Storm Update- Road Closures And Restrictions

Friday, 2 May 2025, 7:08 am | Hutt City Council

A decision may be made to reduce lanes again at 10am to pull down potentially loose material and mitigate further slippage. This activity may take a number of hours. Please allow additional time if you need to drive over the hill and avoid unnecessary ... More >>

Hutt City Council Storm Update- Road Closures And Restrictions

Thursday, 1 May 2025, 3:50 pm | Hutt City Council

Destructive winds can cause widespread damage including powerlines and roofs, with dangerous driving conditions and significant disruption to transport and power supply. More >>

Booked Out: Lower Hutt Residents Flock To Local Libraries

Thursday, 10 April 2025, 10:15 am | Hutt City Council

Since opening in March, Moerā Neighbourhood Hub has experienced a 122% increase in average daily visitation. Photo/Supplied. In an age of screens and streaming, Lower Hutt residents are embracing something timeless - their local library. For ... More >>

Mayor Campbell Barry Announces That He Won’t Be Seeking Re-Election

Thursday, 10 April 2025, 7:05 am | Hutt City Council

Campbell Barry served one term on the Wainuiomata Community Board and two terms as a Hutt City Councillor before making history in 2019 when he was elected New Zealand's youngest Mayor of a city at age 28. More >>

Daly Street Site To Come Alive Through Pedal-Power

Tuesday, 8 April 2025, 10:32 am | Hutt City Council

Free Ride is a volunteer-powered charitable trust based in Naenae. The new site in the city centre will be an extension of their mahi, bringing bike-related events and opportunities for all ages into the heart of the city - from free bike fix-ups ... More >>

Lower Hutt Lands Once-in-a-generation Deal For City Centre

Friday, 4 April 2025, 9:15 am | Hutt City Council

"We’ve pushed hard to get this over the line, and today, we can say with confidence: funding is secured, agreements are signed, and we are ready to go." More >>

Infrastructure The Focus For Hutt City Council’s Draft Annual Plan

Thursday, 27 March 2025, 10:13 am | Hutt City Council

With Lower Hutt’s population projected to reach 125,000 by 2033, the Council is taking steps to ensure the city can meet future demands while maintaining essential services and protecting the environment. More >>

Proposed Dog Control Updates - Are We Barking Up The Right Tree?

Wednesday, 26 March 2025, 11:51 am | Hutt City Council

The Council encourages all dog owners, walkers, and the wider community to take part in the consultation process and help shape the future of dog control in Lower Hutt. More >>

Honour Local Legends - Nominate Now For The 2025 Lower Hutt Civic & Youth Awards!

Thursday, 20 March 2025, 3:13 pm | Hutt City Council

Lower Hutt Mayor Campbell Barry emphasises the importance of these awards in recognising the dedication and selflessness that strengthen our community. More >>

   

 
 
 
 
 

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