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Wellington City Council - Latest News [Page 11]
Pōneke Is Set To Sleigh This Festive Season
Thursday, 31 October 2024, 6:13 pm | Wellington City Council
There’s ‘noel’ time like the present to get into the festive spirit, so check out what’s coming up and be there with bells on – the more the merrier. More >>
Diwali Lights Up Pōneke This Weekend
Friday, 25 October 2024, 1:42 pm | Wellington City Council
Murali Kumar, Founding Trustee CATNZ, says the festival is a great opportunity for diverse communities to come together and celebrate with food, entertainment, culture and fireworks. More >>
The Wellington Heritage Festival Never Goes Out Of Date
Wednesday, 23 October 2024, 3:36 pm | Wellington City Council
Council-related events include tours of the Embassy Theatre as part of its centenary birthday celebrations, explore the history and heritage aspects of Botanic Garden ki Paekākā and Ōtari-Wilton’s Bush, go behind the scenes in the Cable Car winding ... More >>
Consultation On Te Ngākau Precinct Development Plan Now Open
Wednesday, 23 October 2024, 11:35 am | Wellington City Council
Te Whare Whakarauika Town Hall, Te Matapihi ki te Ao Nui Central Library, and the Civic Administration Building (CAB) and Municipal Office Building (MOB) site redevelopment projects are already underway. More >>
Mayoral Statement On Crown Observer
Tuesday, 22 October 2024, 2:01 pm | Wellington City Council
“We must use this as an opportunity to put past disagreements behind us and build a coherent plan that delivers for the people of Wellington." More >>
Mayoral Statement: Update On The Wellington City Council LTP Process
Monday, 21 October 2024, 6:37 pm | Wellington City Council
Mayor Tory Whanau says it will be a fast-moving process as the council looks to have the key elements of a draft LTP amendment ready by the end of the year. More >>
Embassy Theatre Set To Steal The Show For Centenary Celebrations
Friday, 18 October 2024, 1:22 pm | Wellington City Council
Embassy Theatre with trams in foreground 1936 (Photo/Supplied) The grand old dame of Courtenay Place will be in the limelight next week as we make a scene to celebrate her centenary with lights, cameras and lots of action. Turning 100 on Thursday 31 ... More >>
Wellington Mayor's Statement On The Long-term Plan Amendment
Wednesday, 16 October 2024, 5:36 pm | Wellington City Council
I do not intend to cut projects that are critical for our city’s growth and sustainability. For me, that means protecting our social housing, and continuing funding for water and key climate initiatives. More >>
Food For Thought This World Food Day
Monday, 14 October 2024, 1:48 pm | Wellington City Council
Around 733 million people are facing hunger in the world, and in Aotearoa the numbers are growing with on-going challenges from job losses, economic downturns, housing concerns, and the after-effects of the pandemic. More >>
Statement From Crs Nureddin Abdurahman, Ben McNulty And Teri O’Neill
Thursday, 10 October 2024, 5:40 pm | Wellington City Council
Cr O’Neill says: “Today's vote is a win for public ownership in Wellington. The airport is a vital public asset that delivers strong economic returns. We know the lesson of privatisation is that once the asset is sold it is gone forever and the ... More >>
Wellington City Council Votes To Start Process To Amend Long-Term Plan To Stop Sale Of Airport Shares
Thursday, 10 October 2024, 5:24 pm | Wellington City Council
The Council owns a 34 percent shareholding in the airport. The Long-term Plan, which was adopted by the Council in June and came into force on 1 July, included selling the shares to fund the establishment of a new perpetual investment fund to help address ... More >>
Mayoral Statement On The Notice Of Motion Result
Thursday, 10 October 2024, 5:02 pm | Wellington City Council
As a progressive Mayor I have always sought to deal with the difficulty our city faces in a way that allows us to invest in a thriving, affordable city, while building long-term resilience to climate shocks and natural disaster. That is what this proposal ... More >>
Water Whirler Returns To Waterfront
Friday, 4 October 2024, 12:12 pm | Wellington City Council
Len Lye’s Water Whirler is an iconic public artwork that has delighted Wellingtonians since 2006 with its mesmerising displays of dancing water patterns day and night. More >>
Let’s Crow About Soaring Bird Numbers In The Capital
Friday, 27 September 2024, 6:50 pm | Wellington City Council
These results suggest that the presence of large ‘source’ populations of native forest birds in Zealandia Te Māra a Tāne, together with increasing predator control being carried out in Pōneke, is driving spectacular recoveries. More >>
Parking Infringement Fees To Increase Following Government Announcement
Tuesday, 24 September 2024, 12:06 pm | Wellington City Council
The largest increase is for anyone illegally parking in a mobility car park. To help keep these parks free for people with a disability, the infringement fee will increase from $150 to $750. More >>
Wellington City Council Appoints New Chief Infrastructure Officer
Monday, 23 September 2024, 3:09 pm | Wellington City Council
Ms Chetwynd will be responsible for the Council’s property and asset management, transport, water and waste, emergency management, project management office and major infrastructure projects including a new Waste Minimisation Plant, the Golden Mile ... More >>
Council Prepares To Take The Field At Alex Moore Park
Thursday, 19 September 2024, 4:29 pm | Wellington City Council
Work includes upgrading the artificial turf which has reached the end of its playable life after being first laid in 2014, and also replacing some shock pads where needed. More >>
Te Wiki Kaumātua Seniors’ Week Celebrates International Day Of Older Persons
Wednesday, 18 September 2024, 11:49 am | Wellington City Council
The theme for this year is Tō Tātou Wāhi - Our Place, and Wellington City Council has collaborated with community centres, libraries, community gardens and Age Concern to bring a programme of mostly free events and activities to Pōneke for the week. More >>
Wellington City Council Credit Rating Reflects Tough Economic Times For The Sector
Monday, 16 September 2024, 1:55 am | Wellington City Council
Mayor Tory Whanau says the rating downgrade was expected – and reflects the huge pressures facing councils and ratepayers around the country. More >>
Wellington City Council Votes To Keep Te Whanganui-A-Tara Māori Ward
Sunday, 15 September 2024, 11:16 pm | Wellington City Council
“By creating avenues for Māori representation in decision-making ensures we uphold tangata whenua perspectives, we create a true partnership with mana whenua, and that we honour Te Tiriti. This not only creates better outcomes for Māori, but for everyone ... More >>
