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Image of Te Awe library with feature wall and couches

5 May 2025

Fines-free Wellington libraries see 30 percent boom in new users

Wellington City Libraries are seeing a 30 percent surge in new customers since introducing their fines-free policy.
Render of the Golden Mile intersection along Cambridge and Kent Terrace.

28 April 2025

Groundbreaking work starts on Golden Mile

Kotuku Apartments

17 April 2025

Council upgrades social housing to meet Pōneke’s changing needs

Recent stories

Op-ed: Let’s shape Cuba Street’s future together - by Mayor Tory Whanau

CubaDupa will be on the road again this weekend

Mayors office - Cycleways a family affair

Sandy Calkin: Coroner's findings accepted

New plan for safer streets

Paint the town rainbow to celebrate Pride in Pōneke

Be inspired by Disney: The Magic Of Animation | Ngā Tāoreore Tūmatarau
Colourful performer at CubaDupa 2025.

4 April 2025

Op-ed: Let’s shape Cuba Street’s future together - by Mayor Tory Whanau

Walking down Cuba Street, through a sea of smiling faces, eclectic music, and more creativity than one can imagine, was easily the highlight of my yea...
Umbrellas hanging over the top of a group of performers.

27 March 2025

CubaDupa will be on the road again this weekend

CubaDupa transforms streets into stages and spaces for two days of food, music and entertainment.

Alice ready to ride with sons Rory and Hugh.

21 March 2025

Mayors office - Cycleways a family affair

Wellington wheels are turning, and families are feeling the difference.
Lunchtime activity on the waterfront.

11 March 2025

Sandy Calkin: Coroner's findings accepted

Wellington City Council has responded to today's publication of the Coroner's findings and recommendations following her investigation into the death ...
Night-time activity in Courtenay Place.

7 March 2025

New plan for safer streets

Wellington City Council is launching a dynamic, multi-pronged City Safety and Wellbeing Plan that introduces measures to combat crime, anti-social beh...
Pride Parade float with group of young men waving to crowds.

4 March 2025

Paint the town rainbow to celebrate Pride in Pōneke

Celebrate our queer community with the Pride Festival and Parade this month.

Family pose with Mickey and Minnie Mouse at entrance to Disney exhibition.

20 February 2025

Be inspired by Disney: The Magic Of Animation | Ngā Tāoreore Tūmatarau

Whether you’re an animation fan or a lover of timeless storytelling, Disney: The Magic of Animation | Ngā Tāoreore Tūmatarau has something for everyon...
Flags in the lagoon.

18 February 2025

Mayor Tory Whanau prioritises safety at upcoming Pride events

Mayoral Statement - Council taking concrete steps to ensure safety of community at Pride events.

A 'render' of the upgraded Courtenay Place.

14 February 2025

"Game changer" - Mayor Whanau

Mayor Tory Whanau has unveiled the design for the Golden Mile project, marking a key step in Wellington's transformation into a more modern, walkable ...