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The latest news from Wellington City Council.

27 March 2020

Coordinated support for vulnerable and isolated in the capital

Wellington City Council’s Community Services is working alongside outreach teams and other core support groups in a coordinated approach to look after...

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Official rubbish bag.

7 April 2020

Easter holiday hours for Wellington City Council services

Despite many Council facilities temporarily closed and services on hold during the Covid-19 lockdown, there are still a few operating that will be aff...

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6 April 2020

Mayoral update for 6 April

Here's the latest update from Wellington Mayor Andy Foster.

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There are more than 600 work sites around Wellington that need to be kept safe.

6 April 2020

Making our worksites safe during lockdown

A dedicated team is ensuring more than 600 work sites around Wellington are safe during the lockdown.

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Photo of Te Amo in the DCM foodbank - image credit to John Williams

6 April 2020

Downtown Community Ministry helping to shelter homeless

At a time when Wellingtonians are told to stay home during the Covid-19 lockdown, for some of the city’s homeless home can mean a tent in the bush, a ...

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Image of staff packing food in safety gear at Kaibosh food rescue

4 April 2020

Food for thought in the capital

Organisations across the capital are working tirelessly to ensure the basic necessities are provided to those who need them – and food is one of the m...

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3 April 2020

Mayoral update for 3 April

Here's the latest update from Wellington Mayor Andy Foster.

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Wellington is a city of art and culture.

2 April 2020

Rates deferral leads Covid flightback

Mayor Andy Foster is looking to fast-track a suite of initiatives to help get Wellington back on its feet.

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2 April 2020

Mayoral update for 2 April

Here's a special update from Wellington Mayor Andy Foster on the city's financial status and future.

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Illustration of Mittens for colouring in competition

2 April 2020

You and your furry bubble mates

The Alert Level 4 lockdown has meant we’ve had to make some major changes in our day to day life, and that goes for our furry friends too – even Mitte...

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1 April 2020

Mayoral update for 1 April

The latest update from Wellington Mayor Andy Foster.

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Gardening is a great way to relax.

1 April 2020

Great gardening tips from our experts

Doing some gardening during the lockdown? Here's plenty of great advice from our team of experts.

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31 March 2020

Mayoral update for 31 March

Kia ora Wellington – I’m Mayor Andy Foster, with another daily update.

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Wellington is a city of art and culture.

31 March 2020

Message to all Wellingtonians

The Covid-19 pandemic is having a devastating impact. Here's what we're doing to help, writes Mayor Andy Foster.

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Logo of the Wellington Night Shelter

31 March 2020

Collaboration providing shelter for city’s homeless

Thirty-eight self-contained units have been made available in a private property for the city’s vulnerable community – providing food, shelter, securi...

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30 March 2020

Mayoral update for 30 March

Kia ora Wellington, I’m Mayor Andy Foster.

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Image of team at the Compassion Soup Kitchen preparing food packages

30 March 2020

In times of need the Compassion Soup Kitchen rises to the challenge

It’s been 118 years since the Compassion Soup Kitchen began providing daily meals for Wellington’s disadvantaged – and as they did during the 1918 flu...

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Create a space that you want to be in.

30 March 2020

Make working from home work for you

Working from home during the lockdown? Here are some great tips to make it easier.

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29 March 2020

Mayoral update for 29 March

Wellington Mayor Andy Foster gives an update on the latest Covid-19 information.

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28 March 2020

Mayoral update for 28 March

Wellington Mayor Andy Foster gives an update on the Covid-19 situation.

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Mitre 10 Mega sources fridges and freezers for Wellington Night Shelter

28 March 2020

Mitre 10 MEGA pitches in to help out Wellington Night Shelter

Communal living in the Wellington Night Shelter has just been made safer for its regular residents who need to be in self-isolation – thanks to a mega...

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