Tag: greater_wellington
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Flood Resilience Program Boosts Opportunities for Wāhine in New Zealand Construction
A New Zealand flood resilience program, in partnership with Mills Albert, is creating opportunities for wāhine in construction, aiming to foster an inclusive workplace and address industry under-representation.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessEmployment and LaborEnvironmentEducationSocial IssuesState GovernmentsEconomy Flood protectionCommunityConstructionWomen in constructionGreater WellingtonMills Albert
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Greater Wellington Finalizes Water Services Transfer to Tiaki Wai
Greater Wellington has finalized the transfer of all water services responsibilities to Tiaki Wai, effective July 1. This move establishes a new multi-council-owned organization, despite concerns about the national reform model's financial implications.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessEnvironmentGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsEconomyClimate ChangeLegal Greater WellingtonTiaki WaiWater servicesWellingtonWater reformInfrastructureGovernance
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Greater Wellington Welcomes Rail Funding, Calls for Sustained Investment
Greater Wellington commends Budget 2026 rail funding for renewals but warns that sustained, long-term government investment is crucial to restore reliability, address aging infrastructure, and rebuild public trust in the Wellington and Auckland metropolitan networks.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentEconomyTransportationInfrastructure Greater WellingtonBudget 2026Rail FundingWellington RegionPublic TransportMetlink
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Greater Wellington Urges Increased Rail Use Amidst Fuel Crisis
Greater Wellington supports increased rail freight use during fuel crisis, citing efficiency and economic benefits. The region also calls for prioritization of passenger rail services to maintain essential access and reduce congestion.
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentWorld Rail FreightFuel CrisisPublic TransportSupply ChainGreater WellingtonInfrastructure