Community & culture

These awards recognise the valuable work being done in our community.

• Community awards winners
• Accessibility awards winners

Find out about resources that support neighbourhoods, non-profit groups and community organisations ...

• How we support Wellington communities
• Resources for neighbourhoods
• Neighbours Day

Find out what the Council is doing about homelessness and begging in Wellington City.

• Why are people homeless in Wellington?
• What we’re doing about homelessness
• Our approach to begging
• Keeping our streets safe and clean

Our libraries are community focal points, providing knowledge facilities and resources in a welcoming environment.

• About Wellington City Libraries
• Central Library closure

Use the directory to find community groups and venues.

Find out about artwork that's on display, our arts programmes, getting advice and applying for funding.

• Toi Pōneke Arts Centre
• City art collection
• Outdoor public art
• Projects and opportunities
• Support and advice
• Colour In Welly

The Council provides affordable housing for people with low incomes and special housing needs.

• COVID-19: Update for City Housing tenants
• About the Council's social housing
• Council housing
• Other housing support

We have a vision for our city to be bilingual by 2040.

Wellington takes pride in its reputation as an inclusive city that is accessible, safe and easy to get around.

• BlindSquare and Kontakt.io Beacons
• Mobility transport and scooter hire
• Accessibility directory
• Communicating with the Council

Community centres offer resources, support services and activities to improve the quality of life in our communities.

• Locations
• Bookings, charges & restrictions
• Services & management
• Kia Ora Newtown
• Strathmore 44

Information about how to stay safe in Wellington city, and Council safety initiatives.

• Liquor Licensee Forum
• Safety in Wellington
• Wellington alcohol ban

Search cemetery records and find information about our cemeteries in Karori, Makara and Tawa.

• Search cemetery records
• Karori Cemetery
• Makara Cemetery
• Tawa Flat Cemetery
• Burials
• Cemetery memorials
• Cremations
• Purchase a plot
• Work permits

After your NZ citizenship is approved, your ceremony will usually take place within 2 to 5 months.

We have a range of indoor and outdoor venues that you can hire for your next event or function.

• Weddings and functions
• Meetings and workshops
• Birthday party venues
• Public events
• Capital E
• Wellington Zoo – venue for hire
• Zealandia – venue for hire

We have programmes and projects to support and celebrate our diverse communities.

We have a range of grants available for community groups and projects to help make our city a better place.

• Funding calendar
• Funding portal - apply online
• About our funding
• Council funds
• Applications - what you need to know
• How funding decisions are made
• Other funding sources
• Wellington Regional Amenities Fund

Heritage places are important in shaping the unique character of Wellington city.

• Wellington's historic heritage sites
• Heritage and notable trees
• Heritage plaques
• Advice and guidance
• Heritage policy

• Historic public memorials
• Commemorative memorials

We aim to work with Wellington Māori to strengthen the capability of all to achieve community outcomes.

• English
• Te Reo

We have a number of initiatives designed to support and develop Pacific communities.

• Registration Form

These services, facilities and activities can make daily life easier and more enjoyable for senior citizens.

If you have a little time and energy to volunteer there are opportunities across many fields and in ...

We fund youth-focused organisations and services, and provide a voice for young people through the Youth Council.

• Support and grants