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Capital’s seniors celebrate golden years
Tuesday, 8 October 2019, 11:18 am | Wellington City Council
Te Wiki Kaumātua Seniors' Week 2019 will be held 14–20 October, celebrating our older residents and providing a week of community events and activities with them in mind – promoting a diverse, inclusive and healthy environment. More >>
Buckets of fun planned for Cuba Mall 50th birthday
Friday, 4 October 2019, 2:53 pm | Wellington City Council
Next week sees the start of celebrations for Cuba Mall’s golden anniversary, and 50 years of the iconic Bucket Fountain splashing unwitting bystanders – and everyone’s invited. More >>
The story of Zealandia is told by its founder
Wednesday, 25 September 2019, 10:03 am | Wellington City Council
Two decades ago, construction began on a fence around a piece of Wellington bush which even its backers weren’t entirely sure would work. More >>
Wellington City Council voting campaign ramps up
Tuesday, 24 September 2019, 2:23 pm | Wellington City Council
Wellington City Council has launched a voting campaign to encourage residents to vote in the upcoming local body elections – happening Saturday 12 October. More >>
The birds are back in town
Wednesday, 18 September 2019, 3:44 pm | Wellington City Council
Wellington’s wildlife continues to thrive as a result of sustained predator control efforts across the cities reserves and backyards. A recent report commissioned by Wellington City Council has found significant increases in the number of species ... More >>
Wellington to have third new central city library
Friday, 13 September 2019, 2:58 pm | Wellington City Council
Wellington is to have a third new central city library, this time in the Harbour City Centre on Brandon Street. More >>
New te reo name gifted for Botanic Garden precinct
Friday, 13 September 2019, 1:49 pm | Wellington City Council
A te reo name has been gifted for use in the precinct which includes Wellington Botanic Garden. More >>
What on earth is happening this Conservation Week
Tuesday, 10 September 2019, 11:08 am | Wellington City Council
Show the earth some aroha this Conservation Week | Te Wiki Tiaki Ao Tūroa with events, activities, and workshops happening all over the city. More >>
Road patrol parade is street smart
Monday, 9 September 2019, 12:24 pm | Wellington City Council
Wellington primary schools will hit the streets to celebrate road safety in the annual Orange Day Parade this Friday. More >>
Wellington Mayor thanks outgoing Chief Executive
Thursday, 5 September 2019, 3:20 pm | Wellington City Council
Wellington Mayor Justin Lester has thanked out-going Chief Executive Kevin Lavery for his service to the city. Mr Lavery has announced he will not be applying for reappointment after seven years. “Kevin has helped guide the city through the aftermath ... More >>
WCC Chief Executive Kevin Lavery - announcement
Thursday, 5 September 2019, 11:14 am | Wellington City Council
Wellington City Council Chief Executive Kevin Lavery has announced that he will not be submitting an application for reappointment to his position following a successful five-year contract term and a two year extension. More >>
Green light for street light outage app
Wednesday, 4 September 2019, 2:06 pm | Wellington City Council
The general public in Wellington will now be able to check if a street light in the city has been reported and is being dealt with. The new feature being piloted as part of the FIXiT App is live today, says Manager Transport & Infrastructure Siobhan ... More >>
Central city set for weekend of road closures, detours
Tuesday, 3 September 2019, 1:32 pm | Wellington City Council
Three big projects are set to cause route changes and disruptions for buses, pedestrians and motorists in central Wellington over the coming weekend. More >>
Kia Kaha Te Wiki o Te Reo Māori
Tuesday, 3 September 2019, 10:40 am | Wellington City Council
Māori Language Week kicks-off on Monday with a parade in the CBD, then a week of events, activities and exhibitions to celebrate te reo Māori, and to embrace our tangata whenua and shared history. Since 1975, the annual week has become a major ... More >>
Wellington biking numbers continue to rise
Friday, 30 August 2019, 11:26 am | Wellington City Council
The number of Wellingtonians biking is continuing to grow with count data showing more people than ever riding in to the central city from every direction during the busy morning peak. More >>
Mayor chairs first Wellington insurance taskforce meeting
Tuesday, 27 August 2019, 9:43 am | Wellington City Council
The Taskforce was formed after Mayor Justin Lester hosted a Wellington insurance forum in June. It was felt important that the Government received feedback about insurance issues as they apply to the Wellington commercial, body corporate and residential ... More >>
Mayor bows to actor Ray Henwood following his death
Monday, 26 August 2019, 3:25 pm | Wellington City Council
Wellington Mayor Justin Lester has paid tribute to Ray Henwood, following the actor’s death at the age of 82. More >>
Room for rubbish is running out
Monday, 26 August 2019, 11:13 am | Wellington City Council
With only four years left until the Southern Landfill is full, it’s time to talk about what we do with our waste next. More >>
Room for rubbish is running out
Monday, 26 August 2019, 11:10 am | Wellington City Council
With only four years left until the Southern Landfill is full, it’s time to talk about what we do with our waste next. More >>
Hutt Road bridge upgrade starts next week
Friday, 23 August 2019, 1:16 pm | Wellington City Council
Work starts on Hutt Road next week to widen and upgrade the bridge over the Kaiwharawhara Stream – which will mean some traffic changes at off-peak times. The narrow shared path over the bridge is the last remaining pinch point on the recently upgraded Hutt ... More >>
