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Storm update – check your neighbours- WCC- 10:45am

Friday, 21 June 2013, 10:53 am | Wellington City Council

Power is still out in many Wellington suburbs and it could be some time before it is restored. Wellington Mayor Celia Wade-Brown is asking residents to check on family members or neighbours if they are in parts of the city where power is still off. More >>

Wellington Storm update #3 – 11pm

Friday, 21 June 2013, 9:01 am | Wellington City Council

The Wellington Regional Emergency Management Office (WREMO) has opened its Thorndon headquarters this evening as the southerly storm continues to batter the region. More >>

Storm update – 6.15am – advice for commuters

Friday, 21 June 2013, 8:09 am | Wellington City Council

Commuters in the Wellington region should expect significant delays this morning as roads remain marginal after the heavy southerly storm that lashed the Wellington area overnight. More >>

Wellington City seeks public voice on alcohol harm reduction

Thursday, 20 June 2013, 5:35 pm | Wellington City Council

The Wellington City Council has today agreed the shape of its draft Local Alcohol Policy and draft Alcohol Management Strategy for public consultation. More >>

Mayor calls for rapid progress on better public transport

Tuesday, 18 June 2013, 6:19 pm | Wellington City Council

Wellington Mayor Celia Wade-Brown has called for action on implementing the proposed Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) through the transport spine from Wellington Railway Station to Wellington Hospital. More >>

Water Out In Ngaio, Khandallah

Monday, 17 June 2013, 4:47 pm | Wellington City Council

A burst watermain on Waikowhai Street in Ngaio has meant water will be out in the Wellington suburbs of Crofton Downs, Ngaio and Khandallah for about five hours this evening. Contractors are on the scene and are working to repair the main and restore ... More >>

Council to build new workplace culture for staff

Monday, 17 June 2013, 3:27 pm | Wellington City Council

Wellington City Council has started the process of building a new workplace culture following a survey that found a majority of staff believe the culture falls short of what they want and expect. More >>

Resignation and new role for Peter Garty

Saturday, 15 June 2013, 12:22 pm | Wellington City Council

Wellington City Council’s Chief Financial Officer, Peter Garty, today announced his resignation to pursue further business opportunities. More >>

Churton Park to celebrate new community hub

Friday, 14 June 2013, 1:41 pm | Wellington City Council

Churton Park residents will have cause to celebrate next Saturday 22 June when their new community centre is officially opened. Mayor Celia Wade-Brown, who will cut a giant community cake at 12.30pm to mark the event, says the opening marks another ... More >>

Living Wage endorsed for Capital

Wednesday, 12 June 2013, 4:02 pm | Wellington City Council

Wellington has taken a major step toward becoming New Zealand’s first truly Living Wage city, Mayor Celia Wade-Brown said today. More >>

Kingston landslip: work to minimise rainfall impact

Tuesday, 4 June 2013, 2:31 pm | Wellington City Council

Wellington City Council staff and contractors are working around the Kingston landslide to put in temporary measures to minimise the effects of heavy rain expected with a southerly change later today. More >>

Kingston landslip: agencies work to help homeless residents

Sunday, 2 June 2013, 5:00 pm | Wellington City Council

NEWS RELEASE 2 June 2013 Kingston landslip: agencies work to help homeless residents Wellington Mayor Celia Wade-Brown says City Council building inspectors and welfare staff are working as quickly as possible with other agencies to help about 35 residents ... More >>

Warning to rugby fans - please park properly

Friday, 31 May 2013, 3:47 pm | Wellington City Council

31 May 2013 Warning to rugby fans - please park properly on Tawa's big day tomorrow Thousands of rugby fans are expected to descend on Lyndhurst Park tomorrow for probably the biggest Wellington club rugby match of the season - when Tawa bids to make history ... More >>

Aspiring designers to tackle stormwater issues

Friday, 31 May 2013, 2:24 pm | Wellington City Council

31 May 2013 Aspiring designers to tackle stormwater issues Future design experts will have a chance to help solve problems facing the Capital’s environment this long weekend at a special three-day Design Thinking Workshop organised by Wellington ... More >>

Waka welcome for Matariki

Thursday, 30 May 2013, 11:18 am | Wellington City Council

This year’s opening ceremony to mark the advent of Matariki will be a special one for Wellington City. More >>

Council honours three Absolutely Positive Wellingtonians

Tuesday, 28 May 2013, 4:49 pm | Wellington City Council

Three social entrepreneurs who embraced the opportunities of virtual connectivity to create real-life connections will be honoured by the Wellington City Council. More >>

Wellington City Council kick-starts airport extension

Thursday, 23 May 2013, 3:17 pm | Wellington City Council

Mayor Celia Wade-Brown said today that a runway extension is crucial to attracting long-haul international flights to the Capital City and will grow the economy of the lower North Island. More >>

Council kick-starts airport extension

Thursday, 23 May 2013, 3:15 pm | Wellington City Council

Mayor Celia Wade-Brown said today that a runway extension is crucial to attracting long-haul international flights to the Capital City and will grow the economy of the lower North Island. More >>

Mayor Hosting Wellington’s Talented Athletes

Thursday, 23 May 2013, 11:15 am | Wellington City Council

Her Worship Celia Wade-Brown the Mayor of Wellington will present certificates to young athletes involved in the Wellington City Council Talent Development Programme on Tuesday 4 June. More >>

Keith Spry Pool Upgrade to Start On 13 June

Thursday, 23 May 2013, 10:02 am | Wellington City Council

Work on the $6 million upgrade of the Keith Spry Pool in Johnsonville will start on 13 June following the signing of a contract with Hawkins Construction. More >>

   

 
 
 
 
 

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