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Expect traffic delays in the Capital this weekend
Friday, 16 February 2018, 3:49 pm | Wellington City Council
Motorists should add extra time to their journeys across central Wellington and the southern and eastern suburbs this weekend – two major events are likely to cause traffic congestion and delays. More >>
Housing affordability not a single number
Monday, 12 February 2018, 3:55 pm | Wellington City Council
Wellington City Councillor and Housing Portfolio leader Brian Dawson says a single number for housing affordability is not the right approach. More >>
Worser Bay tree swing saved from chop
Wednesday, 7 February 2018, 3:31 pm | Wellington City Council
Wellington City Council is saving a much-loved Worser Bay tree swing from the chop following requests from the community More >>
Wellington takes lead on sexual harassment
Wednesday, 7 February 2018, 10:24 am | Wellington City Council
Newly-sworn in Southern Ward Councillor Fleur Fitzsimons will start her term mandated to tackle sexual violence in Wellington, with Mayor Justin Lester announcing Cr Fitzsimons as portfolio lead for City Safety. More >>
Go by Bike Day to celebrate growing pedal power
Monday, 5 February 2018, 11:11 am | Wellington City Council
Go by Bike Day this Wednesday 7 February will be a big celebration for the growing number of Wellingtonians who are choosing to make some trips by bike. More >>
Making Wellington a te reo city
Monday, 5 February 2018, 9:56 am | Wellington City Council
Making Wellington a te reo city Wellington City Council wants to hear from the public on how it can achieve the goal of making Wellington a te reo Māori city, Deputy Mayor Jill Day announced today. The public consultation for the draft te reo policy, ... More >>
Te Rā o Waitangi – fun for the whole whānau
Friday, 2 February 2018, 12:37 pm | Wellington City Council
The Capital will be celebrating Te Rā o Waitangi in style this coming Tuesday with an exciting line-up of entertainment and activities at Waitangi Park, and along the waterfront. More >>
Safe journey reminder for motorcycle riders at ferry
Friday, 2 February 2018, 10:05 am | Wellington City Council
Motorcycle riders heading south from the Wellington region for this month’s Burt Munro Challenge will be reminded to take their time on their journey to Invercargill as they check in before boarding the ferry to cross Cook Strait. More >>
Wellington remembers William Colenso
Thursday, 1 February 2018, 8:33 am | Wellington City Council
William Colenso, New Zealand’s first printer and an early missionary, explorer, botanist and linguist, will be remembered in two linked events in Wellington today (Thursday 1 February). More >>
Wellington hoping to expand mentoring programme
Tuesday, 30 January 2018, 9:17 am | Wellington City Council
Wellington is hoping to double its involvement in a national Māori mentoring programme this year, Wellington Mayor Justin Lester says. Since 2011, Wellington’s Mayor has mentored a rangatahi (young person) each year as part of the Local Government ... More >>
Rainbow vision to delight Cable Car riders
Monday, 29 January 2018, 3:16 pm | Wellington City Council
The ride up in Wellington’s Cable Car is now brighter and more colourful thanks to a new mural. More >>
13 hot summer tips to keep the Coolest Little Capital cool
Thursday, 25 January 2018, 12:27 pm | Wellington City Council
25 January 2018 13 hot summer tips to keep the Coolest Little Capital cool We all know Wellington is renowned for its great weather – but this summer has been something else. It’s hot – so Wellington City Council’s experts have compiled the following ... More >>
Mayor pays tribute to Graham Williams
Thursday, 25 January 2018, 10:51 am | Wellington City Council
Wellington Mayor Justin Lester expressed his sympathy today to the family of Wellington rugby legend and well-known businessman Graham Williams, who has died after a long illness. More >>
Wgtn: Strengthening work continues on key transport route
Wednesday, 17 January 2018, 2:34 pm | Wellington City Council
Major strengthening work will continue on Ngaio Gorge Road next month as part of the long term project to improve resilience on this key transport route. More >>
Seoul and Wellington to strengthen ties with MOU
Wednesday, 17 January 2018, 11:39 am | Wellington City Council
Wellington’s links with South Korea’s capital Seoul will be strengthened tomorrow (Thursday 18 January) by the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding that signals closer ties between the two cities. More >>
Heavy rain causing flooding and making driving hazardous
Friday, 5 January 2018, 3:46 pm | Wellington City Council
Heavy rain in the past hour has flooded roads around Wellington City – particularly in low-lying areas in the eastern suburbs. More >>
Summer City set to shine on the Capital
Thursday, 28 December 2017, 12:43 pm | Wellington City Council
New Year’s Eve kicks-off a jam packed Summer City festival, proudly presented by Wellington City Council in its 39th year – and with over 90 free events happening over three months in the Capital, there’s something for everyone. More >>
CBD trolleybus wire removals start on 3 January
Thursday, 28 December 2017, 11:30 am | Wellington City Council
The removal of trolleybus power wires along the Golden Mile in central Wellington will start on the evening of Wednesday 3 January 2018. More >>
Fleur Fitzsimons is the new Southern Ward Councillor
Friday, 22 December 2017, 1:41 pm | Wellington City Council
Fleur Fitzsimons has been elected as the new Councillor to fill the vacant seat in Wellington City Council’s Southern Ward. More >>
Wellington Leading the Charge in Conservation Efforts
Friday, 22 December 2017, 11:37 am | Wellington City Council
Wellingtonians are leading the charge in conservation efforts, with more predator free groups established than any other city, and almost 350,000 native trees planted around the Capital too. “Wellington is at the forefront of a remarkable sea-change, ... More >>
