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Central Library closure

From 8.30pm Tuesday 19 March 2019, the Central Library has closed until further notice. Central Library closure

Projects

Earthquake Strengthening Projects

The Council is currently working on a number of earthquake strengthening projects across the city.

Karori Cemetery buildings earthquake strengthening and cremator renewal

Both the Karori Cemetery chapels and crematorium are being earthquake strengthened as part of the initiative to make Wellington stronger and safer.

Michael Fowler Centre stair strengthening

Work was done on the Michael Fowler Centre to strengthen the internal and external stairs. The project ended July 2016.

Northland Tunnel strengthening

From January to November 2017, we are doing earthquake strengthening work on the Northland Tunnel entrances and adjacent retaining (wing) walls.

Seatoun Tunnel strengthening

Wellington City Council plans to undertake earthquake strengthening work on the Seatoun Tunnel in early 2019.

Town Hall Strengthening

Wellington’s Town Hall is undergoing earthquake strengthening work over a three-year period to make it stronger and safer.