Tag: wellington_city_council
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Tākina Convention Centre Boosts Wellington Economy with $120 Million Impact
Wellington's Tākina Convention & Exhibition Centre has generated over $120 million in economic impact in three years, attracting thousands of visitors and events. The city council also offers rates relief for flood-hit properties.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessState GovernmentsEconomyEnvironmentSocial Issues WellingtonTākinaEconomic ImpactConvention CenterTourismRates ReliefFloodWellington City Council
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Wellington Council Approves Lower Rates Hike Amidst Key City Developments
Wellington City Council has approved a 5.8% average rates increase, down from 7.4%. The Council also announced Massey Road closure for seawall repairs and a re-imagined Toi Pōneke Arts Centre.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessState GovernmentsEconomyTransportationEducationSocial IssuesEnvironment Wellington City CouncilRates IncreaseMassey RoadSeawall RepairsToi Pōneke Arts CentreAnnual PlanWellington
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Wellington to Host ISOCARP World Planning Congress in 2027
Wellington will host the ISOCARP World Planning Congress in 2027 at the Tākina Wellington Convention & Exhibition Centre, bringing a significant international planning event to the city.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessEnvironmentGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsEducationTransportation WellingtonISOCARPWorld Planning CongressTākina Wellington Convention & Exhibition Centre2027Urban PlanningWellington City Council
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Moa Point Wastewater Plant Recovery Roadmap Unveiled
Wellington Water and City Council have released a recovery roadmap and damage report for the Moa Point Wastewater Treatment Plant, outlining steps for restoration after April's severe floods and landslips, providing a clear timeline for the community.
Politics and GovernmentGeneral PoliticsEnvironmentTransportationSocial Issues Wellington WaterWellington City CouncilMoa Point Wastewater Treatment PlantRecovery RoadmapFloodingLandslipsWellington
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Wellingtonians Invited to Comment on Proposed Bus Network Improvements
Wellington City Council and Metlink are seeking public feedback on two key projects to improve bus services. These initiatives aim to meet rising passenger demand and boost the efficiency of the city's transport network.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessState GovernmentsTransportationSocial IssuesEducation Wellington City CouncilMetlinkBus ImprovementsPublic FeedbackTransport NetworkWellingtonUrban Planning
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Wellington City Council Publishes Latest Resource Consents
Wellington City Council has published resource consents issued and applied for between May 4 and May 17, 2026. The public can review these and past consents on the Council's official website.
Politics and GovernmentGeneral PoliticsAustralasiaLegalReal Estate Wellington City CouncilResource ConsentsBuilding PermitsUrban PlanningMay 2026Government
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Wellington Council Opens Public Objections for New Alcohol Licences
Wellington City Council has opened public objections for ten new alcohol licence applications across the city, including venues in Te Aro, Johnsonville, and Island Bay. Residents have until mid-June 2026 to submit feedback on these proposals.
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Te Tai Ohinga Podcast Studio Becomes Hub for Young Creators
Te Tai Ohinga's podcast studio, once quiet, is now a thriving launchpad for young musicians and creators. This initiative provides a vital platform for emerging talent in the community.
Politics and GovernmentMediaState GovernmentsSocial IssuesDigital and Print Publishing Te Tai OhingaWellington City CouncilPodcast StudioYoung MusiciansCreatorsCommunityArts & Entertainment
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Wellington Residents Survey Shows Slight Improvement, Council Acknowledges More Work Needed
Wellington City Council's 2026 Residents Monitoring Survey reveals slight improvements in satisfaction, but more work is needed to address resident concerns and guide future council decisions and investments.
Politics and GovernmentGeneral PoliticsSocial IssuesEnvironment Wellington City CouncilResidents Monitoring SurveyResident satisfactionSurveyLocal governmentPublic opinionUrban planning
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Wellington Council Opens Objections for Six New Alcohol License Applications
Wellington City Council announces six new alcohol license applications are open for public objection. Residents have until mid-June 2026 to submit feedback on venues across Island Bay, Te Aro, Ohariu, and Pipitea.
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Ōtari-Wilton’s Bush Celebrates 100 Years of Native Plant Conservation
Ōtari-Wilton's Bush in Wellington marks a century of dedicated conservation, protecting and celebrating Aotearoa New Zealand's native flora. This significant milestone highlights its enduring role in preserving indigenous plant life.
Politics and GovernmentEntertainmentBusinessAustralasiaGeneral PoliticsEnvironmentFilm and TVEducation Ōtari-Wilton’s BushWellingtonAotearoa New Zealandnative plantsconservationcentenarybotanical gardenWellington City Council
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Wellington to Host LEGO Star Wars Exhibition and New Fashion Platform
Wellington is set to host the New Zealand debut of LEGO Star Wars: The Exhibition, alongside a new three-day fashion platform at City Gallery Wellington and a support grant for impacted south coast businesses.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessEntertainmentAustraliaGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsEconomyFilm and TVAustralasiaSocial Issues WellingtonLEGO Star WarsCity Gallery WellingtonCommon MaterialMoa PointFine ArtLocal NewsWellington City Council
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Wellington City Council Publishes Recent Resource Consents for April and May 2026
Wellington City Council has made the latest resource consents issued and applied for between 20 April and 3 May 2026 available for public review on its website.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessAustralasiaReal EstateLegalState Governments Wellington City CouncilResource consentsLocal GovernmentConstructionUrban PlanningPublic records
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Wellington Launches Business Grant and Cycling Initiative
Wellington City Council introduces a $200,000 grant for south coast businesses affected by the Moa Point Wastewater Treatment Plant failure, alongside a 'Swap petrol for pedals' cycling event in May.
BusinessPolitics and Government WellingtonBusiness GrantSouth CoastWastewater Treatment PlantFinancial SupportCyclingSustainable TransportationWellington City Council
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Wellington Alcohol Licence Applications Open for Public Objection
Wellington City Council is accepting public objections for new alcohol licence applications across various establishments, including hotels, restaurants, and retail stores, with deadlines in early June 2026.
Law EnforcementBusinessGovernment Alcohol LicenceWellington City CouncilPublic ObjectionsLicensing ApplicationsHospitalityRetailWellington
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Wellington's Bike the Bays Event Returns This May
Wellington invites residents to 'Bike the Bays' this May, a series of events promoting cycling as an easy, social, and accessible way to explore the city's eastern suburbs.
BusinessEnvironmentTransportationGeneral Politics WellingtonCyclingBike the BaysActive TransportCommunity EventEastern SuburbsMay EventsWellington City Council
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Wellington Alcohol Licence Applications Open for Objections
Wellington City Council is accepting objections for several new alcohol licence applications across the city. Key dates for public input range from May 14 to May 29, 2026.
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Community Invited to Shape Mitchell Street Play Area Upgrade
Wellington residents can now provide feedback on two proposed designs for the Mitchell Street Play Area upgrade. The survey closes May 17, with the chosen design set to enhance local play opportunities.
Politics and GovernmentBusiness Mitchell Street Play AreaWellington City CouncilPlay Spaces PolicyCommunity ConsultationPlayground DesignMatthew BeresPlayground RenewalPublic Feedback
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Wellington City Council Seeks Feedback on Proposed Traffic Resolutions
Wellington City Council is consulting on four new traffic resolutions, including parking changes near a school, motorcycle parking, a 'No Right Turn' restriction, and a new pedestrian crossing. Feedback is being gathered to inform final decisions.
Politics and GovernmentTransportation Wellington City CouncilTraffic ResolutionsOxford StreetAro StreetGlasgow StreetCentral TerraceTakapu RoadTawa Primary SchoolMotorcycle ParkingPedestrian Crossing
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Wellington Water Services: Public Invited to Shape Future Strategy
Wellington's new water organization, Tiaki Wai, is seeking public feedback on its Water Services Strategy from March 25 to April 22. The strategy focuses on infrastructure repair and future costs, with the new organization taking over in July 2026.
Politics and GovernmentBusiness Tiaki WaiWellington Water LimitedWellington City CouncilWater Services Strategymana whenuaNgāti Toa RangatiraTaranaki Whānui ki Te Upoko o Te Ikainfrastructureconsultation
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Wellington City Council Reconsults on Aotea Quay Speed Limit Options
Wellington City Council is seeking public feedback on two proposed permanent speed limits for Aotea Quay: 50km/h or 60km/h, following legislative changes and previous consultations.
Politics and GovernmentTransportationLaw Enforcement Wellington City CouncilAotea QuaySpeed LimitTraffic ResolutionRoundaboutHeavy VehiclesLand Transport RuleConsultationInfrastructure
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Wellington City Council Announces Easter Service Changes
Wellington City Council services and facilities will see changes during the upcoming Easter break. Residents are advised to check the council website for details.
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Wellington City Council to Launch Annual Plan Public Consultation
Wellington City Council has confirmed draft proposals for its 2026/27 Annual Plan, which will be open for public feedback from April 10 to May 10.
BusinessEnvironmentEntertainment Wellington City CouncilAnnual PlanPublic ConsultationWaste Minimisation FundLōemis FestivalULTRA New ZealandWellington
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World of WearableArt Announces 'GLO!' Production in Wellington
Tickets are now on sale for the World of WearableArt's new production, 'GLO!', set to transform Wellington's TSB Arena into a multi-sensory art experience this spring.
EntertainmentCulture World of WearableArtWOWGLO!WellingtonTSB ArenaCubaDupaFestivalWellington City Council
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First Moa Point Report Released by Wellington City Council
Wellington City Council releases initial report on Moa Point wastewater treatment plant failure, investigating the incident that occurred on February 4.
Politics and GovernmentEnvironment Wellington City CouncilMoa PointWastewater Treatment PlantReportInvestigationWellington WaterInfrastructure Failure
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Thousands Flock to Reopened Te Matapihi ki te Ao Nui Library
Wellington's central library, Te Matapihi ki te Ao Nui, welcomed thousands of visitors over the weekend following its highly anticipated reopening.
Politics and GovernmentLocal Government WellingtonTe Matapihi ki te Ao NuiLibraryReopeningCommunityCentral LibraryPublic FacilitiesWellington City Council
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Wellington Alcohol Licence Applications Open for Objections
Several Wellington businesses have submitted new alcohol licence applications. Objections can be lodged until mid-April for establishments including Madam Saigon, Sprig and Fern Tinakori, and Three Sisters Brewery.
BusinessGovernment Alcohol LicenceWellingtonPublic NoticeObjectionsHospitalityMadam SaigonSprig and FernWellington City Council
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Slopestyle Star Brett Rheeder to Headline Wellington Mountain Bike Festival
World-renowned slopestyle rider Brett Rheeder will be a featured guest at the inaugural Wellington Mountain Bike Festival, a free, three-day event aiming to boost the city's international profile.
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Wellington's Te Awe Library to Close Ahead of Move to New Central Library
Te Awe Library on Brandon Street will permanently close on March 1, 2026, to facilitate its relocation to the new Te Matapihi ki te Ao Nui central library.
GovernmentLocal Government Te Awe LibraryWellingtonTe Matapihi ki te Ao NuiLibrary ClosureRelocationWellington City ArchivesPublic ServicesWellington City Council
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Wellington City Council Announces Alcohol Licence Applications
Wellington City Council has released a list of alcohol licence applications for various establishments, including bars, restaurants, and hotels, across the city. Objections can be filed within specified timeframes.
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