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Tākina Cable Street exterior with reflection of buildings along the waterfront.

5 February 2025

Tākina named runner-up in international architecture awards

Tākina Wellington Convention & Exhibition Centre recognised in World-Architects ‘Building of the Year’ awards.

A crowded beach with golden sand on a sunny day, and across the harbour there are city buildings against tall hills.

4 February 2025

Mayoral Statement - Wellington: Still a fabulous place to be (but we’ve got work to do)

4 February 2025

Diversity and culture take centre stage in Wellington’s double celebrations

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Mayor Tory Whanau Op-ed: “Fixing water is the focus of 2025.”

Some big events to take a shine to this summer

"I am focused on continuing the momentum" – Mayor Tory Whanau

Wellington City Council joins 42,000+ vs divisive Treaty Principles Bill

"We've worked hard to deliver for Wellington" – Mayor Tory Whanau

Get two amazing events for one New Year’s Eve in Pōneke

Wellington City Council slams divisive Treaty Principles Bill
Mayor Tory Whanau at a lectern with media microphones in foreground.

24 January 2025

Mayor Tory Whanau Op-ed: “Fixing water is the focus of 2025.”

This time last year Wellington was challenged by some serious summer water restrictions.

Well_ngton sign on waterfront with person demonstrating how to be the I in Wellington

17 January 2025

Some big events to take a shine to this summer

The capital’s 2025 summer season has kicked-off with a full calendar of exciting and entertaining events.
Mayor Tory Whanau speaking at an event.

14 January 2025

"I am focused on continuing the momentum" – Mayor Tory Whanau

Mayor announces top priorities for 2025.
Flags in protest of Treaty Bill at Hikoi in Wellington in November.

7 January 2025

Wellington City Council joins 42,000+ vs divisive Treaty Principles Bill

Council makes submission opposing Treaty Principles Bill.
Mayor Whanau checks the progress at the new Taranaki Street rising main

23 December 2024

"We've worked hard to deliver for Wellington" – Mayor Tory Whanau

Mayor says she's proud of the major milestones achieved this year in three priority areas.
A crowd of people enjoy a concert at a waterfront lagoon, while fireworks explode above a boat shed in the background.

18 December 2024

Get two amazing events for one New Year’s Eve in Pōneke

Start 2025 in style with two major events in the city.
Mayor Tory Whanau at event

17 December 2024

Wellington City Council slams divisive Treaty Principles Bill

Council votes to put forward a submission strongly opposing the Treaty Principles Bill.
Concept of Band Rotunda development from aerial view

12 December 2024

New developer confirmed for Band Rotunda project

Council approves negotiations for development for Band Rotunda.
Interactive displays in foyer of Akau Tangi with public using it

6 December 2024

Get hands-on with climate disruption data

An interactive digital installation Our Changing City helps raise awareness of the impacts of climate change and how we can work together to find solu...