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Wellington City Council Acknowledges The Passing Of Councillor Tony Randle

Sunday, 9 August 2026, 5:54 pm | Wellington City Council

Wellington City Council is deeply saddened to acknowledge the passing of Councillor Tony Randle, a sitting councillor for Takapū/Northern Ward. Cr Randle was first elected to Wellington City Council in 2022 and was re-elected in 2025. He was widely ... More >>

Kaicycle Digs Local Community Supreme Award

Thursday, 30 July 2026, 7:51 am | Wellington City Council

With over 80 finalists for these awards, it really shines a spotlight on the remarkable mahi and invaluable contribution these groups and individuals provide to meet the diverse needs within our community. More >>

Work On First New Central City Park In Two Decades Set To Start

Thursday, 23 July 2026, 9:22 am | Wellington City Council

The park,locatedon the corner of Taranaki Street and Frederick Street,will provide a welcoming space for people to gather, relax, and enjoy the outdoors in one of the city’s most densely populated neighbourhoods. More >>

Chill With The All Blacks And Matariki Ahi Kā This Long Weekend

Wednesday, 8 July 2026, 11:37 am | Wellington City Council

Head along to HNRY Stadium on Saturday and show your aroha or amore as the All Blacks take on Italy in the sell-out second test of the Nations Rugby Championship. More >>

One For The Books, As Te Matapihi Ki Te Ao Nui Reaches Half A Million Visits In Record Time

Friday, 3 July 2026, 12:52 pm | Wellington City Council

Te Matapihi ki te Ao Nui was on track to reach 1.8 million visitors in its first year – or 4900 people a day – but this week’s milestone means it could reach that faster than expected. More >>

Don’t Miss Matariki This Month, It’s Going To Be Stellar

Wednesday, 1 July 2026, 2:39 pm | Wellington City Council

Mayor Andrew Little says Matariki Ahi Kā is an opportunity to reflect on our connections to our ancestors and communities, and to acknowledge our loved ones who have departed. More >>

Wellington City Council Appoints Expert Business Advisory Groups

Wednesday, 1 July 2026, 7:58 am | Wellington City Council

“Wellington is so much more than a government town. We’re the coolest little capital in the world, and have world-class capabilities in tech, creativity, and amazing hospitality,” said Mayor Andrew Little. More >>

Wellington City Council Invites Community Views On Amalgamation

Friday, 26 June 2026, 1:14 pm | Wellington City Council

In response to Central Government’s upcoming local government reforms, Wellington City Council is working with other councils to create a proposal for what local government in the Wellington region should look like in the future. More >>

Wellington City Confirms Lowest Rates Increase In Six Years

Thursday, 25 June 2026, 4:35 pm | Wellington City Council

The 2026/27 Annual Plan reflects most of what was consulted on between March and April, with some changes to reflect community feedback including a decision not to increase cremation fees by more than inflation. More >>

Te Matapihi Website Review Details Announced

Thursday, 25 June 2026, 11:20 am | Wellington City Council

Wellington City Council Chief Executive Matt Prosser says the review follows widespread concern about the spending of almost $600,000 on the website. More >>

Wellington City Council Agrees Pathway To Central City Revitalisation

Thursday, 18 June 2026, 3:06 pm | Wellington City Council

“Today council has drawn a line under a well-intentioned project that simply could not be delivered. We have an opportunity to do something that will make a difference, be creative and be affordable,” said Mayor Andrew Little. More >>

Te Matapihi Ki Te Ao Nui Wellington Central Library Wins Three Architecture Awards

Friday, 12 June 2026, 10:49 am | Wellington City Council

The jury praised the project as a “thoughtful renewal of an important civic landmark” that showed how buildings can adapt to contemporary social, cultural, and technical needs while retaining character. More >>

State Of Emergency Lifted For Wellington’s Southern And Eastern Ward

Tuesday, 9 June 2026, 5:19 pm | Wellington City Council

Traffic cordons will be removed and residents will very soon be able to return to homes and businesses along the south coast. More >>

Local Emergency Declared For Wellington’s Southern And Eastern Wards

Monday, 8 June 2026, 5:47 pm | Wellington City Council

Mayor Andrew Little has declared a local state of emergency in the Paekawakawa/Southern and Motukairangi/Eastern wards, responding to MetService’s Heavy Swell Warning. Locals in waterfront properties between Ōwhiro Bay and Breaker Bay are requested ... More >>

Proposed 2026/2027 Wellington City Rates Rise Reduced To 5.8 Per Cent

Wednesday, 27 May 2026, 4:31 pm | Wellington City Council

The draft plan and budget received 2783 public submissions during the consultation period. More >>

Rates Relief For Properties Made Uninhabitable By 20 April Wellington Floods

Wednesday, 27 May 2026, 4:22 pm | Wellington City Council

To be eligible, flooding must have directly affected a property’s capacity to be inhabited, used, or otherwise occupied for more than 28 days. More >>

Harbourside Road To Close For Five-Month Seawall Repair Project

Monday, 25 May 2026, 11:40 am | Wellington City Council

To access the eastern bays, traffic will be redirected through Miramar and over to Karaka Bay via Awa Road. Alternatively motorists can access these areas through Seatoun tunnel or from Breaker Bay. More >>

New Centre Brings Creative Beat To Heart Of The City

Friday, 22 May 2026, 11:04 am | Wellington City Council

The name Toi Aro acknowledges Te Aro Pā whenua as the heart of this creative home; its history,pūrākau, and past surroundingtaiao, gardens, and cultivations; and hapū Ngāti Haumia and NgātiTūpaia. More >>

Recovery From April Floods Continues

Wednesday, 20 May 2026, 12:32 pm | Wellington City Council

Since the Monday 20 April major weather event, collaboration between residents, community groups, the Wellington City Council, and partner agencies has helped drive the recovery process. More >>

Rebecca Matthews Appointed To WCC Subcommittee Chair Role

Tuesday, 19 May 2026, 10:23 am | Wellington City Council

Rebecca also retains her deputy chair positions on both Te Kura o te Waka | Audit and Risk Committee and Ngā Kaihoe Pūtea | Revenue and Financial Value Review Working Group, Andrew Little said. More >>

 

 
 
 
 
 

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