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Proposed Ocean Exploration Centre a boost for economy
Tuesday, 19 March 2013, 2:24 pm | Wellington City Council
The proposed marine education centre and aquarium for Wellington's South Coast is a bold, ambitious and exciting development for the Capital, Mayor Celia Wade-Brown said today. More >>
Wellington water shortage – update – 15/3/13
Friday, 15 March 2013, 1:47 pm | Wellington City Council
Wellingtonians are asked to do their bit to conserve water as the current drought continues to worsen. More >>
Council to consult on Wellington local government models
Friday, 15 March 2013, 10:26 am | Wellington City Council
15 March 2013 Council to consult on Wellington local government models The Strategy and Policy Committee yesterday agreed to consult on three options for local government reform in the region. Consultation will begin next week on Thursday 21 March and ... More >>
Expect delays on Waterloo Quay this Sunday
Friday, 15 March 2013, 9:53 am | Wellington City Council
Motorists should expect delays along the waterfront this Sunday 17 March or consider taking other routes. More >>
New initiatives to propel Smart Capital forward
Thursday, 14 March 2013, 6:58 pm | Wellington City Council
Wellingtonians will be consulted on some modest new initiatives to achieve Wellington’s vision for a people-centred, smart capital, while respecting prudent fiscal management and keeping rates down. More >>
Young people are keeping track of their pack
Wednesday, 13 March 2013, 12:48 pm | Wellington City Council
MEDIA RELEASE 13 March 2012 Young people are keeping track of their pack Some of them are slobberers, some of them foamers, or they could be cubs. Young people heading out for a night in Wellington’s bars and clubs are embracing an innovative safety ... More >>
Regent Park flats shortlisted for global award
Tuesday, 12 March 2013, 10:32 am | Wellington City Council
Wellington City Council’s new Regent Park housing development in Newtown – designed by local architects Designgroup Stapleton Elliott – was one of only six completed projects out of 846 entries from 51 countries to make the shortlist for the recent ... More >>
Mayor on Super City Working Party Proposals
Friday, 8 March 2013, 3:42 pm | Wellington City Council
Wellington City Mayor Celia Wade-Brown has today offered the following response to the media release issued by the Regional Governance Working Party. “Today’s Working Party report focuses on a single Governing Body for the region. We must consult ... More >>
Traffic delays in Newtown
Thursday, 7 March 2013, 5:38 pm | Wellington City Council
There are extensive traffic delays in Newtown this evening due to two incidents. Traffic is down to one lane on Constable Street as Wellington Electricity contractors fix a power pole that has fallen at the corner of Constable and Daniell streets. More >>
Online citizens’ panel a new voice for Wellingtonians
Thursday, 7 March 2013, 3:50 pm | Wellington City Council
Wellington City residents can now access a simple new online way to have their say about Wellington and its future. More >>
Total fire ban for tinder-dry Wellington region
Thursday, 7 March 2013, 12:29 pm | Wellington City Council
NEWS RELEASE 7 March 2013 Total fire ban for tinder-dry Wellington region A total ban on outdoor fires – gas barbecues excepted – is to be imposed from 8am tomorrow (Friday 8 March) in the Wellington region. It is the first time in 10 years that ... More >>
What are you doing for Neighbours Day?
Thursday, 7 March 2013, 12:11 pm | Wellington City Council
NEWS RELEASE 7 March 2013 What are you doing for Neighbours Day? Neighbours Day Aotearoa – the national initiative to get people to know their neighbours – takes place on the weekend of 23 and 24 March, and Wellingtonians are encouraged to get ... More >>
Is youth drinking really the problem?
Thursday, 7 March 2013, 11:52 am | Wellington City Council
Youth Council news release 7 March 2013 Is youth drinking really the problem? Young people to have their say So we are told, over and over again: underage drinking, binge drinking, they say we are the problem. But what is the reality? "Passing ... More >>
See the games for free at Te Papa on 14 March
Monday, 4 March 2013, 9:32 am | Wellington City Council
Wellingtonians get free entry into Te Papa’s major 2013 exhibition, Game Masters, on Thursday 14 March, as part of Wellington City Council’s sponsorship agreement with the museum. More >>
Capital’s liveability essential for Basin’s transport future
Friday, 1 March 2013, 5:07 pm | Wellington City Council
If the NZTA’s proposed flyover goes ahead any negative effects from must be mitigated, with a strong emphasis on a 21st Century solution for the local historical and cultural significance of the Basin precinct and for all of Wellington, says Wellington Mayor ... More >>
New Mural Adds Splash Of Colour To Berhampore
Tuesday, 26 February 2013, 10:24 am | Wellington City Council
MEDIA ADVISORY 25 February 2013 New Mural Adds Splash Of Colour To Berhampore A newly completed mural depicting Wellington’s bush and marine life next to Granville Flats in Berhampore will be officially opened by Mayor Celia Wade-Brown this Thursday 28 ... More >>
Wellingtonians remain upbeat through tough times
Monday, 25 February 2013, 6:35 pm | Wellington City Council
Wellingtonians remain upbeat through tough times Wellington City’s new quality of life survey confirms what Wellingtonians already know – Wellington is a tolerant, inclusive, proud, vibrant and safe city. Reflecting the overall New Zealand mood ... More >>
New mural adds splash of colour to Berhampore
Monday, 25 February 2013, 3:59 pm | Wellington City Council
A newly completed mural depicting Wellington’s bush and marine life next to Granville Flats in Berhampore will be officially opened by Mayor Celia Wade-Brown this Thursday 28 February at 5.30pm – and media are invited to attend. More >>
200 street drains to get the pollution message
Friday, 22 February 2013, 9:44 am | Wellington City Council
Some 200 street drains in Tawa and Churton Park will, from this weekend, carry messages to remind people that only rain is supposed to go into the stormwater system. Anything else will quickly cause pollution in streams and the sea. More >>
Wanted: information on local lizards
Thursday, 21 February 2013, 11:05 am | Wellington City Council
NEWS RELEASE 21 February 2013 Wanted: information on local lizards Wellington City Council is calling for the city’s eco-sleuths to help out with a survey of the Capital’s lizard population. Information on the whereabouts of the city’s various ... More >>
