Make voting easy these school holidays!

Make voting a family outing

Show your tamariki what democracy looks like. Take them along to see the bright orange voting bins everyone’s talking about and explain how voting shapes the future. It’s a simple way to spark big conversations about community and decision-making. Learn how to vote, how to cast a special vote, where to vote, and more on the Wellington City Council – Information for voters webpage.

Explore the universe at Space Place

Cast your vote then blast off to Space Place to discover the stories of our New Zealand skies through multimedia exhibits, interactive galleries, the historic Thomas Cooke telescope and our digital, full-dome planetarium.

Nearby voting locations:

• Victoria University of Wellington (The Hub, Kelburn Campus)
• Wellington Cable Car (280 Lambton Quay)

Vote and ride the cable car + pizza bonus

Vote and catch a ride on the Wellington Cable Car and experience the historic journey through the futuristic tunnel lights. With the Red Rocket combo, you’ll get 20% off Cable Car tickets and Space Place entry. Plus, show your ticket at Cable Top Eatery and score 2-for-1 kids’ pizzas, perfect fuel for little explorers. For tickets and more information, visit the Wellington Cable Car website.

Nearby voting locations:

• Victoria University of Wellington (The Hub, Kelburn Campus)
• Wellington Cable Car (280 Lambton Quay)
• Woolworths Cable Car (280 – 284 Lambton Quay)

Help build democracy then head to Te Papa’s LEGO & Meccano days

Drop-off your voting papers then stroll over to Te Papa to witness the ultimate builders’ paradise. For two days only on Saturday 4 and Sunday 5 October, Te Papa transforms into the ultimate creative playground for tamariki and whānau. Marvel at awe-inspiring Meccano and LEGO creations built by makers from across Aotearoa – from moving models to imaginative designs on a grand scale. Visit the Te Papa website for find out more.

Nearby voting locations:

• Moore Wilson’s Wellington (93 Tory Street)
• New World Wellington City (279 Wakefield Street)
• Bargain Chemist (73 Manners Street)
• Te Awe Library (29b Brandon Street)

Go wild over elections then for Wellington Zoo’s new VR Adventure

Make your vote count, then go wild at Wellington Zoo. Step into another world with Wild Explorer, the brand-new immersive virtual reality experience at Te Nukuao Wellington Zoo! No passport needed, just your sense of wonder. Choose from a shark dive, gorilla trek, or even a journey through dinosaur evolution. It’s fun, immersive, and packed with conservation messages your kids will never forget.

Nearby voting locations:

• New World Newtown (195 Riddiford Street)
• Newtown | Ngā Puna Waiora Library (13 Constable Street)
• Woolworths Newtown (3 John Street)

Post your vote at Ākau Tangi while the kids enjoy their jam-packed holiday programme

Voting is easy with a voting bin at Ākau Tangi where there’s tons of activities for the kids to enjoy. They have something for everyone from inflatables to sports days and youth-based activities to Gym Jams. Make sure you book online to ensure your kids don’t miss out! Find out more about their holiday programme here.

Nearby voting locations:

• Ākau Tangi Sports Centre (73 Kemp Street)
• Pak’n’Save Kilbirnie (78 Rongotai Road)
• Ruth Gotlieb (Kilbirnie) | Te Awa-a-Taia Library (101 Kilbirnie Crescent)
• Woolworths Kilbirnie (47 Bay Road)

Travel through time at the Wellington Museum

Save time by voting nearby, then travel through time at the Wellington Museum. With free entry every day of the school holidays from 10am – 5pm, you’ll get to explore four floors of local taonga and discover the stories of the city. Learn more on the Wellington Museum Facebook page.

Nearby voting locations:

• Te Awe Library (29b Brandon Street)
• Woolworths Cable Car (280 – 284 Lambton Quay)
• Tahiwi | Wellington City Council Head Office (113 The Terrace)
• New World Willis Street Metro (68/70 Willis Street)Wellington Cable Car (280 Lambton Quay)

Have your say on local elections then flock towards Zealandia

Get your early-bird vote in then fly over to Zealandia to discover the experiences and events that will make bird lovers’ squawk. Regular admission fees to the sanctuary apply and overflow car parking is available at Birdwood Street. All events will be held in the Zealandia Visitor Centre Foyer. Find out more at visitzealandia.com.

Nearby voting locations:

• Woolworths Karori (Karori Mall, 236 Karori Road)
• New World Karori (Karori Mall, 236 Karori Road)
• Karori | Te Māhanga Library (247 Karori Road)