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Te Matapihi ki te Ao Nui Central Library Harris Street view with nikau

22 August 2025

Construction finished, fit-out starts on Te Matapihi

The restoration of Te Matapihi has reached a huge milestone, with construction work now officially finished.
High Tide concert goers at festival in sun with stage in background.

22 August 2025

High Tide Festival Eyes Growth with Move to Waitangi Park
Members of Outreach team talking to community around the streets.

19 August 2025

Not just a ticket: How your concern helps people sleeping rough

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Local government elections - the impact of your vote

Mug.Cycle makes using reusable cups easy

Didn't enrol or update by 1 August? You can still vote!

70 candidates running in Wellington City Council elections

Wellington celebrates community champions

UB40 featuring Ali Campbell coming to the capital

First time voting? No problem, here's an easy guide to help you enrol now

Wellington sign on the waterfront.

18 August 2025

Local government elections - the impact of your vote

The elected Mayor and Councillors enable democratic local decision-making and action by, and on behalf of, the community - so every vote counts.
Mug.Cycle at Harbourside market with cups in forefront and signs and caravan in the background.

8 August 2025

Mug.Cycle makes using reusable cups easy

Mug.Cycle allows people to have delicious hot beverages – but with zero waste.

Panorama of the central city and harbour from Mt Victoria.

8 August 2025

Didn't enrol or update by 1 August? You can still vote!

Didn't enrol or update by 1 August? You can still vote!
A hillside with giant letters that spell out WELLINGTON, set against a clear blue sky.

4 August 2025

70 candidates running in Wellington City Council elections

Wellington City Council's 70 candidate nominations officially publicly notified.

Group photo of winners and nominees with certificates on stage under projection screen display.

1 August 2025

Wellington celebrates community champions

A combined awards ceremony celebrated Wellingtonians, volunteers, and community groups for their positive contributions to the city.

UB40 with Ali Campbell on stage performing.

31 July 2025

UB40 featuring Ali Campbell coming to the capital

The unmistakable voice behind UB40’s biggest hits is returning to the South Pacific for ‘Kingston Calling 2026’.

Wellington Harbour and central city viewed from Mt Victoria.

29 July 2025

First time voting? No problem, here's an easy guide to help you enrol now

First time voting? No problem, find out how to enrol easily here.
Fans in stands supporting Warriors game with flags and branded clothing.

29 July 2025

Warriors to play historical Anzac match in Wellington

Footy fans – your Anzac plans are now sorted with the Warriors confirming Wellington as the host city for the 2026 Anzac Day match.
A photo of a person knelt down on one knee checking a marked dirt plot to check seed progress

28 July 2025

Mākara Peak Supporters: Restoring Nature, One Seed at a Time

Mākara Peak Supporters: Restoring Nature, One Seed at a Time
Group of swimmers in wetsuits heading into the sea in Island Bay with Taputeranga Island in the background.

28 July 2025

Your Wellington City Council rates explained

Rates help Wellington City Council deliver hundreds of day-to-day services and help pay for what has been borrowed to fund infrastructure projects acr...
A sunny day, overlooking a city that is set within hilly terrain, which wraps around a large harbour.

25 July 2025

Candidate nominations for Wellington City Council local elections close next week

Candidates for local election a strong showing to date – but clock is ticking down on the deadline.
Frank Kitts rock revetment project finished with waterfront promenade and buildings in background.

23 July 2025

Kororā thrive in new Frank Kitts Park rock revetment

The upgraded Frank Kitts Park rock revetment a popular new whare for our kororā.

Ed Sheeran playing guitar on stage with projection of him in background.

23 July 2025

Ed Sheeran’s Brand-New Concert Tour Headed for Wellington

Ed Sheeran heading back to his “favourite city in the world” with his brand-new show at Sky Stadium.

Person pushing button on Safety Point in Courtenay Place.

22 July 2025

Safety Points trial aimed at making streets feel safer

Another exciting new initiative from Wellington City Council’s City Safety team is going live in Pōneke this week.

A grand two-storey wooden building, painted yellow with a red roof, beside large apartment buildings that overlook a reflective lagoon.

18 July 2025

Amora pedestrian bridge to be demolished this weekend

The Amora pedestrian bridge will be removed on Saturday as part of Te Ngākau streetworks programme.

Embassy Theatre at night time advertising film Oliver in 1969

16 July 2025

Earthquake-Prone Building notice confirmed for Embassy Theatre – but it’s business as usual

Seismic Assessment for Embassy Theatre confirms parts of the building below NBS threshold, but can operate as usual.
A sunny day, overlooking a city that is set within hilly terrain, which wraps around a large harbour.

15 July 2025

Elections 101: Ward do you mean?

Did you know that where you live in Wellington has an impact on how the Council is run? This is due to wards and representation review. We’re here to ...
Artist's render of Te Ngākau precinct with children playing in fountains at dusk.

8 July 2025

Streetworks start in preparation for Te Ngākau Civic Precinct reopening

As part of the Te Ngākau Civic Precinct project, coordinated streetworks are starting in the area.
A sunny day, overlooking a city that is set within hilly terrain, which wraps around a large harbour.

8 July 2025

Wellington City Council releases pre-election report for 2025

With three months before the people of Pōneke vote for future Councillors and a new Mayor, Council has released its 2025 pre-election report.

Black Ferns face the crowd from the field with arms linked ahead of match.

7 July 2025

Two weeks of international sporting action coming to the capital

Wellington is a sports-lover’s dream this July, with three premier international sporting events taking place at Sky Stadium.
A hillside with giant letters that spell out WELLINGTON, set against a clear blue sky.

3 July 2025

Candidate nominations for Wellington City Council local elections open

Nominations open (Friday 4 July) for candidates to stand for Council in the 2025 local elections.

Entrance to site which will house new Toi Pōneke in portion of the building on Market Lane.

2 July 2025

New location for Toi Pōneke Arts Centre announced

Council announces a new home for Toi Pōneke Arts Centre on Market Lane, expected to open in June next year.

Number of coastal birds sitting on seaweed on the beach.

1 July 2025

Birds of a feather flock together on coastal beaches

The annual Coastal Bird survey has been released with a warning for the future. 

A dusky pink and blue sky above a cityscape that stretches around a harbour.

27 June 2025

Wellington City sets course: Annual Plan and amended Long-term Plan adopted

Investment for the year ahead set with adoption of Council’s 2025-26 Annual Plan and Long-term Plan.

A hillside with giant letters that spell out WELLINGTON, set against a clear blue sky.

27 June 2025

Elections 101: How you can take part in the local elections

We get it – local elections probably aren’t your priority, and let's be honest, some may say they’re a little bit boring. But...
A person pulling out a box from the archives.

25 June 2025

Wellington’s memories and taonga move to Te Matapihi

Wellington City Archives has been preparing to relocate from Barker Street to Te Matapihi ki te Ao Nui, the central library.
A green bus drives down a narrow road that is surrounded by tall city buildings and paved pedestrian paths on either side.

24 June 2025

Next steps towards more and quicker bus trips

Plans for a long-awaited second Wellington city centre bus route running along the waterfront quays are beginning to take shape.