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New Development For Prominent Karori Corner Site
Wednesday, 4 December 2024, 8:03 pm | Wellington City Council
Following a rigorous tender process, Wellington City Council has appointed Stratum Management as development partner for the Central Karori site at the corner of Karori Road and Campbell Street. More >>
Wellington Mayor Reinforces Promise Of A Safe, Vibrant Central City With Refreshed Draft City Safety Plan
Wednesday, 4 December 2024, 4:01 pm | Wellington City Council
The draft plan is an outcome of the Mayor’s ongoing commitment to fostering a safe and inclusive inner city. Building on the foundational work of the Pōneke Promise, these initiatives are set to be tested in the New Year and will form a key part of ... More >>
New Community Advisory Group Hybrid Model Approved
Thursday, 28 November 2024, 2:49 pm | Wellington City Council
The review was done to ensure the City Council engages more constructively and inclusively with Wellington’s diverse communities so they have an effective and mana-enhancing voice to inform the Council’s work – including how to engage better with ethnic ... More >>
Mayoral Statement On The Long-Term Plan Amendment
Tuesday, 26 November 2024, 5:10 pm | Wellington City Council
Mayor Tory Whanau says while making reductions to the capital programme has been challenging, she is confident it strikes the balance of addressing the city’s insurance risk whilst investing in the future of Wellington City, nature, housing and transport. More >>
Ferns To Be Temporarily Removed For New Development
Friday, 22 November 2024, 8:25 pm | Wellington City Council
The spherical artwork depicting five kinds of local ferns by artist Neil Dawson is currently suspended by stainless steel wires in the centre of Te Ngākau Civic Square. More >>
City Council Supporting Police With Hīkoi Preparations
Friday, 15 November 2024, 1:36 pm | Wellington City Council
Council staff and Police are working with local residents and businesses to minimise the impacts of the demonstration activity, and some cordons will be in place. Commuters and people who work or move through the city are advised to plan ahead for traffic ... More >>
Feedback Invited On Proposed Motorcycle Parking Fee
Monday, 11 November 2024, 11:11 am | Wellington City Council
Wellington City Council is proposing that motorcycle parking, which is currently free, will incur an hourly charge from mid-2025. This is following the Council’s decision in May, to introduce motorcycle parking fees as part of the city’s Long-term ... More >>
Yule Go Crackers For Christmas In The Quarters This Year
Thursday, 7 November 2024, 7:59 pm | Wellington City Council
This year’s ‘Christmas in the Quarters’ will once again be offering free family fun with a series of events across four locations in the CBD, culminating in the highly anticipated arrival of Santa in Pōneke. More >>
WCC Mayoral Statement: LTP Amendment
Tuesday, 5 November 2024, 6:35 pm | Wellington City Council
"I remain committed to working effectively and constructively with Councillors to find a solution to our insurance risk following the decision to not sell our airport shares. That includes looking at increasing our debt headroom, so we are better placed ... More >>
Library Sowing The Seeds Of Love
Tuesday, 5 November 2024, 1:32 pm | Wellington City Council
Borrow more than books by getting involved with the new Kohinga Kākano | Seed Library at Ngā Puna Waiora Newtown Library – a free service where people are invited to take, grow, swap, and return seeds from their own home crops. More >>
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 >>
