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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 >>
Wellingtonians Invited To Have Their Say On Proposed Bus Improvements
Tuesday, 19 May 2026, 10:21 am | Wellington City Council
The upgrades would allow more than one standard bus, or a longer bus, to safely use bus stops at the same time, helping support more consistent travel times as passenger demand grows. More >>
Ray Chung Steps Down From Subcommittee Chair Role
Monday, 18 May 2026, 7:53 pm | Wellington City Council
Councillor Ray Chung has stepped down as chair of Wellington City Council’s Ngā Toki Whakahaere | Council Controlled Organisations (CCO) Review and Appointments Subcommittee, and is no longer a member of that subcommittee. “I have decided to ... More >>
Residents Survey Shows Slight Improvement, But More Work To Be Done
Wednesday, 13 May 2026, 2:57 pm | Wellington City Council
Mayor Andrew Little says early signs of improvement are assuring, but it is also a clear message to everyone at council that the work to restore public trust and confidence must continue. More >>
Statement From The Wellington Mayoral Forum On Options For Regional Governance Reform
Friday, 8 May 2026, 1:23 pm | Wellington City Council
The Forum also considered the central government’s announcement about a three-month window to put forward ‘fast track’ proposals. More >>
Expert Business Advisory Groups To Guide Capital’s Economic Future
Wednesday, 6 May 2026, 1:47 pm | Wellington City Council
Wellington City Council is seeking Expressions of Interest from experienced leaders to join three new Expert Business Advisory Groups, to grow jobs and strengthen Wellington’s economic development. More >>
Swap Petrol For Pedals: Wellingtonians Invited To Ride The Bays This May
Thursday, 30 April 2026, 10:38 am | Wellington City Council
The programme is particularly aimed at people who are curious about cycling but may lack confidence, as well as those who haven’t ridden in years, or are looking to get fit or for a more social way to get around. More >>
Heavy-Duty Waste Bags Available To Help Welington City Flood Cleanup
Saturday, 25 April 2026, 6:01 pm | Wellington City Council
These bags can take silt, sodden carpet, small furniture items and asphalt. More >>
