Chlorination of Lower Hutt's water supply to continue
The recent chlorination of Lower Hutts water supply is to continue while investigations into the source of recent positive E. coli test results are underway.
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Regional deluge from ex-cyclone Debbie
Rain gauges operated by Greater Wellington detail the extent that rainfall brought by the ex-cyclone Debbie had over the region.
Wairarapa people to get stronger voice on regional council issues
Greater Wellington Regional Councillors voted to establish a pilot Wairarapa Committee at their council meeting today (5 April).
Regional council takes first steps on living wage - important questions remain
Greater Wellington Regional Council has voted to introduce the Living Wage for council staff, making it one of the first Living Wage Councils in New Zealand.
Lights go up on reflective design competition
As the lights go down on daylight savings, the headlights go up on Project Glow Wear - the reflective design competition all about illuminating people on foot and bike.
OECD environment report reinforces opportunities
An OECD report on New Zealand's environmental performance reinforces the need for regional councils to work with communities on managing freshwater says Chris Laidlaw, Greater Wellington Regional Council chair.
Post-earthquake Wellington needs public input
There is no such thing as business as usual in Wellington following the November earthquake, says Greater Wellington Regional Council Chair Chris Laidlaw.
Wellington region is far better with Wairarapa in it, plain and simple
Greater Wellington Regional Council welcomes the decision by the Local Government Commission to propose a new sub-regional committee for the Wairarapa.
Green Flag flying over Kaitoke Regional Park
Greater Wellington Regional Councils Kaitoke Regional Park has, for the second time, been awarded the prestigious Green Flag Award.
GWRC focuses on building a more resilient region
Strengthening the Wellington region's ability to cope with natural hazards, while providing a quality natural environment and an improved public transport system, were top of mind when councillors met today…