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Wellington City Council - Latest News [Page 52]

Council Appoints New Chief Operating Officer

Tuesday, 18 February 2020, 3:31 pm | Wellington City Council

Wellington City Council has announced the appointment of Claire Richardson as Chief Operating Officer, filling the position which will be vacated by Barbara McKerrow when she moves into the Chief Executive role on 1st March. Ms Richardson joins the ... More >>

Get Your Skate On At Bowlzilla

Friday, 14 February 2020, 3:15 pm | Wellington City Council

  Kiwi skateboarding stars from across the country and around the world will be grabbing some air, as they pop, ollie and carve up the bowl at Bowlzilla next month – looking to book a spot in the 2020 Olympics. The sport is making its ... More >>

Wellington Lantern Festival Kicks Off 14 & 15 February

Thursday, 13 February 2020, 12:38 pm | Wellington City Council

The Wellington Lantern Festival is set to launch on 14 February at its new location on the Wellington Waterfront. The event will span the entire length from Odlins Plaza to Waitangi Park and is expected to attract over 50,000 attendees across the two ... More >>

Wellington Mourns The Passing Of Sir Des Britten

Thursday, 13 February 2020, 11:22 am | Wellington City Council

Wellington Mayor Andy Foster says the city is today mourning the passing of Sir Desmond Britten. “Sir Des was a giant of the Wellington community and his passing leaves a huge gap in our city. Our thoughts are with his family and friends at this ... More >>

Mayor seeks more information on waterfront car park

Tuesday, 4 February 2020, 12:13 pm | Wellington City Council

Wellington Mayor Andy Foster is seeking advice on options and costs relating to the Frank Kitts Park car park, which has been declared earthquake-prone. More >>

Hello new cashless parking meters, farewell Txt-a-Park

Monday, 3 February 2020, 11:58 am | Wellington City Council

On-street parking customers in central Wellington will notice two changes in ways they can pay for parking in the coming months, starting with a five-month trial of 10 cashless parking meters next week – and then the withdrawal of the 16-year-old ... More >>

Chinese New Year welcomes the year of the rat

Thursday, 30 January 2020, 9:43 am | Wellington City Council

To celebrate Chinese New Year, a wide variety of cuisine, crafts and cultural events will be held in the capital over the weekend – and everyone is welcome. More >>

Celebrate our national day Te Rā o Waitangi in the park

Tuesday, 28 January 2020, 10:18 am | Wellington City Council

Celebrate our national day, Te Rā o Waitangi, at Waitangi Park on Thursday 6 February with kai, kapa haka and waiata for the whole whānau to enjoy. The popular Waitangi Day celebration marks the anniversary of the signing of the Treaty of Waitangi with ... More >>

There’s a massive turn of events this summer

Monday, 27 January 2020, 1:21 pm | Wellington City Council

Summer is really heating up, and so is the capital’s calendar – with big events happening all over the city, the waterfront, and around our local communities. More >>

CEO Resignation from WellingtonNZ

Thursday, 23 January 2020, 5:25 pm | Wellington City Council

Wellington City Council is saddened to hear of the resignation of Lance Walker, CEO of Wellington NZ (the city’s and regional economic development and marketing delivery organisation) More >>

Wellington City excited to welcome Women’s Cricket World Cup

Thursday, 23 January 2020, 3:49 pm | Wellington City Council

Wellington City Council is delighted the city has been chosen as one of six to host matches in the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup tournament in early 2021. More >>

Building grants preserve history and protect the future

Thursday, 16 January 2020, 10:35 am | Wellington City Council

Funding is available for heritage and resilience projects for buildings in the capital - but owners will need to get in quick for this round of funding. More >>

Wellington waterfront to be tickled pink this summer

Friday, 10 January 2020, 12:13 pm | Wellington City Council

Wellington waterfront to be tickled pink this summer The Wellington Waterfront is going to be a hive of activity and events with a mix of outdoor movies, live music and fun during the summer season – and a hint of pink! More >>

Waterfront the focus of tonight's New Year's Eve celebration

Tuesday, 31 December 2019, 4:18 pm | Wellington City Council

It’s all go for New Year’s Eve celebrations in the Capital City tonight – and a big crowd is expected to welcome in the 2020s. More >>

See in 2020 with New Year celebrations

Monday, 23 December 2019, 10:40 am | Wellington City Council

Come down to Whairepo Lagoon on Tuesday 31 December and get ready to see in the New Year with a night of entertainment, kai and activities for all to enjoy. More >>

Willis Street to be closed to traffic from 3pm today

Friday, 20 December 2019, 2:09 pm | Wellington City Council

Urgent work to stop sewage overflowing into Wellington Harbour means upper Willis Street will be closed to through traffic from 3pm today until late tonight. More >>

Mums can now breastfeed in Wellington pools

Friday, 20 December 2019, 12:11 pm | Wellington City Council

Wellington City Council Community Pools Manager Amy Carter says the Council had spoken with other New Zealand councils about their breastfeeding in pools policies. More >>

A taste of the Pacific is coming to the capital

Wednesday, 18 December 2019, 12:20 pm | Wellington City Council

The annual Wellington Pasifika Festival will be showcasing the sights, sounds, and flavours of the Pacific – with Kiwi legend Annie Crummer MNZM leading the exciting line-up. More >>

Pathways to Employment programme works at Council

Tuesday, 17 December 2019, 3:37 pm | Wellington City Council

Wellington City Council is proud to announce it’s about to accept its 100th cadet for the He Ara Whai Mahi - Pathways to Employment programme – giving valuable work experience and skills to young adults on jobseeker support. More >>

A wee reminder to Drive Safe, Drive Sober

Monday, 16 December 2019, 10:17 am | Wellington City Council

Wellington City Council has teamed up with the Police to remind people to Drive Safe, Drive Sober this festive time by using a creative campaign which includes branded sweets, air freshners, and urinal stickers! More >>

   

 
 
 
 
 

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