Waingawa River toxic algae alert: Effect of heat wave ripples through region's rivers
Toxic algal concentrations in the Waingawa River now exceed guideline levels. This is the first time this summer that the Waingawa River has exceeded guidelines.
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Registrations on the move for Movin'March
This year's Movin'March is building early momentum, with 104 schools already registered for the month-long challenge, four weeks before the end of February deadline for registration.
Greater Wellington put on positive watch by Standard & Poor's
Credit rating agency Standard & Poor's has revised the AA outlook on the long term credit rating of Greater Wellington Regional Council from stable to positive.
Look out for toxic algae, it's here
Hot weather and low rainfall have combined to increase the risk of toxic algae throughout the greater Wellington region, with some rivers now over the limit for safe swimming.
Metlink introducing new timetables on 3 February
Metlink is introducing new timetables on 3 February which will increase frequency and improve on-time performance to key routes across the region.
Farmers invest in dung beetles
Farmers have responded positively to Greater Wellington-subsidised packages of dung beetles with strong uptake resulting in around 200 dung beetle colonies now active, primarily in Wairarapa.
Waiwhetu catchment to benefit from flood warning pilot project
Communication is key when flooding is imminent, and four American students are in Lower Hutt working on the vital task of ensuring timely flood warnings get through to affected communities,…
Chocolate found to be effective for pest control
Greater Wellington Regional Council and Wellington City Council are taking the phrase "Death by chocolate" to a whole new level with an innovative rat control method - using chocolate instead…
Council urges resolution to disappointing outcome for Wellington bus customers
Greater Wellington Regional Council's Sustainable Transport Committee Chair Barbara Donaldson says today's announcement of further industrial action on NZ Bus operated routes is a very disappointing outcome for Wellington bus…
Check before you travel during strike action
Greater Wellington Regional Council is urging Metlink customers to check the Metlink website and commuter app and make alternative travel arrangements on Wednesday 16 January after an unexpected strike action…