Recent rain flushes away toxic algae
Significant rain at the end of last week has flushed toxic algae from the Hutt River. Warning signs which were in place from Birchville downstream have been removed.
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No public transport fare increase proposed for next year
Greater Wellington Regional Council is proposing not to increase public transport fares next financial year.
Wairarapa Moana Kākahi Sampled
Twenty volunteer Citizen Scientists took to the water alongside Greater Wellington Regional Council staff to collect, record and replace kākahi (native freshwater mussel) last weekend.
Talking flood protection at Masterton A&P
Members of the Greater Wellington Regional Council Flood Protection Department will be at the Masterton A&P Show tomorrow discussing floodplain management planning (FMP) for the Wairarapa.
New regional fund supports Wairarapa Moana restoration projects
Four lucky community groups are receiving funding from Greater Wellington Regional Council to restore native plants to areas around Lake Wairarapa.
Increased risk from Toxic Algae in Hutt River
River users, particularly those with dogs, should avoid upper parts of the Hutt River due to increased growth of toxic algae, says Greater Wellington Regional Council, Regional Public Health and…
Take a ride on a double decker bus this Wednesday
A double decker bus is coming to Wellington next Wednesday and Wellingtonians are encouraged to get on board for a free ride and a taste of the new bus future,…
Toxic algae warning at Otaki River mouth
Following the death of a dog this week, Greater Wellington Regional Council are warning river users with dogs to avoid the Otaki river mouth and estuary.
All Wairarapa landowners now eligible for erosion control funding
Last week the Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI) confirmed details of $1. 15 million for erosion control work in the Wellington region.
Paraparaumu rail station new priority parking
People who carpool to catch the train at Paraparaumu can now park right next to the station.