30 October 2024
One of Wellington’s most recognisable sculptures leaves the roof of City Gallery Wellington this week.
29 October 2024
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25 October 2024
Council’s draft Annual Report and financial statements for the 2023/24 year are now available.
Looking for things to do in Wellington over the long weekend? We’ve got you covered! Here are some activities to check out in Pōneke.
24 October 2024
In the late 80s, 15-year-old brothers Graeme and Richard Knott built a skate ramp in Rongotai. Now, over 30 years on they have gifted the community an...
Our Waste Minimisation Team have shared some things you may not know about recycling in Wellington.
23 October 2024
The Wellington Heritage Festival starts this Saturday with over three weeks of events and activities around the region.
Public consultation on Council’s draft Te Ngākau Precinct Development Plan has begun.
Read on to learn about the history of the Embassy Theatre, Wellington's oldest cinema.
22 October 2024
Government intends to install a Crown Observer to oversee LTP
Find out what you can do at Te Aro Zero Waste, the capital’s new resource recovery centre.
Mayor and Councillors met to discuss next steps on the Long-term Plan amendment.
Diwali will be celebrated in the capital this weekend with events and activities for everyone to enjoy.
18 October 2024
The grand old dame of Courtenay Place will be in the limelight next week as we celebrate with lights, cameras and lots of action.
Here in Pōneke, we have many talented artists who have created public art for all to enjoy across the central city and suburbs.
16 October 2024
Not many people know that you can use your Wellington City Libraries card for much more than taking out books! Check out some of the cool things you c...
14 October 2024
Check out some of the amazing mahi in the capital helping our vulnerable communities access kai.
Wellington City Council has scheduled the biannual sand shift from Freyberg Beach to Oriental Bay this week – a regular operation to maintain the size...
In the heart of Wellington’s waterfront near Whairepo Lagoon, a new business has set sail. Find out more about Shipwreck Trading.
10 October 2024
Council has voted in support of a Notice of Motion to start a process to amend its 2024-34 Long-term Plan.
9 October 2024
Before we had street cleaning teams, sewerage systems, and waste and recycling services, Wellington city had the Inspector of Nuisances.
8 October 2024
Wellington region councils receive recommended approach to joint water services delivery.
4 October 2024
Len Lye's Water Whirler returns to Wellington waterfront after an 18-month hiatus.
2 October 2024
With Isobel MacKinnon heading overseas, Council is pleased to announce Eleanor Strathern as new GM of Hannah Playhouse.
1 October 2024
Early last month, a Mākara Peak Mountain biker got to meet a new type of trail runner – a large female kiwi!
30 September 2024
With help from the Wellington City Council Waste Minimisation Seed funding, Kaicycle have set up a new Hot Rot composting machine.
27 September 2024
The eagerly anticipated annual bird monitoring survey results are in, and our native species are flying high.
26 September 2024
If you’ve ever seen a photo of our gardeners in action, chances are it was taken by our resident gardener Tom Box.
Report investigates online violence and harassment towards female politicians in New Zealand.
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