Tag: public_spending

Independent Review Launched into Wellington Library Website's $600,000 Cost and Commercial Link

9 Jun 2026 12:00 p.m. · Source: Wellington News

An independent review will examine the $600,000 cost of Wellington's new library website, criticized for limited functionality and a private commercial link. Public and elected members demand answers on value and oversight.

Politics and Government Business Media General Politics State Governments Economy Education Digital and Print Publishing Wellington Libraries Public Spending Independent Review Website Development Government Local News
Wellington Council Faces Scrutiny Over Nearly $600,000 Te Matapihi Website Cost

1 Jun 2026 12:00 p.m. · Source: Wellington News

Wellington city councillors uncovered the Te Matapihi website's nearly $600,000 cost via an OIA release, sparking transparency concerns. The expenditure, significantly higher than initially reported, raises questions about procurement and value for money.

Politics and Government Business Science & Technology Media General Politics State Governments Economy Computers and Internet Legal Digital and Print Publishing Wellington City Council Te Matapihi Website Cost Official Information Act Procurement Public Spending Transparency