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- Rates & Property
  - You can check the rating valuation and other details of a property by entering its address into our Property Search database.
- Parking & Roads
  - If you live in an inner-city suburb, you can get a resident’s parking permit for your vehicle. It allows you to park in coupon parking zones and residents' parking spaces.
- Environment & Waste
  - You can donate or buy a range of items at the Second Treasures salvaged goods shop.
- Community & Culture
  - Join your community. Look up the Community Directory and find a group to join near you - or list your own group or organisation.
- Consents & Licences
  - Find out how to apply for a building consent, and a code compliance certificate when the project is finished.
- How can I?
  - If you’re thinking of opening a restaurant, check out our helpful summary of the Council consents, services and fees that you’ll need to know about.
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About Wellington
- - Wellington is New Zealand's centre of government and the world's southernmost capital city. It is also the country's cultural capital, third most populous urban area in New Zealand and home to many museums, theatres and arts festivals.

Enjoy the outdoors

Central city

Oriental Bay Beach

Oriental Bay Beach is Wellington's most popular beach and is suitable for swimming, picnicking, or walking or cycling along the waterfront.

Freyberg Beach

Freyberg Beach is suitable for swimming and picnicking, is close to town and has a playground.