Regional Council forges path for transition to all-electric bus fleet
The Wellington region now has a clear path to an all-electric bus fleet after the Regional Council made some decisions today on how best to get there. Chris Laidlaw, Chair of…
News
Regional council decides on Hutt CBD flood protection scheme
Greater Wellington Regional Council has decided that Option A is the preferred approach to providing flood protection in the stretch of the Hutt River between Ewen Bridge and Kennedy-Good Bridge,…
Time to celebrate the new Upper Hutt Station
Upper Hutt - it's time to celebrate your wonderful, brand new railway station and gateway to the city!
End of year report for region's transport: making steady progress
It's been a very good year for transport improvements in the Wellington region, according to the latest update on the Regional Land Transport Plan (RLTP). A report that will be presented…
Summer Check for safety in the water during summer
With summer just around the corner, it's important to be prepared before you head for the water. And it's easier than ever to do so through the Summer Check information…
Big win for small stream at the 2015 Most Improved River Awards
Waikanae's Ngarara Stream has taken out the Supreme Award at the 2015 Morgan Foundation Most Improved River Awards following a significant reduction in its water-based nitrogen and a dramatic improvement…
Hutt CBD flood protection scheme takes a step closer
Improved flood protection work in the stretch of the Hutt River between Ewen Bridge and Kennedy-Good Bridge has come a step closer following the Hutt Valley Flood Management Sub-committees decision…
Buses diverted from Lambton Quay
Due to the current disruption on Lambton Quay: South-bound buses are being diverted from Lambton Quay, Left onto Johnson Street, Featherston St, Hunter St, Willis St. North-bound buses are being diverted from…
Report on sea level rise highlights challenges for local government
A major report on sea level rise released today by the Parliamentary Commissioner for the Environment highlights the difficult task councils and communities face in planning for sea level rise,…
Ferry fairies deliver fuel injection for Burt Munro Challenge bikers
In the lead up to the Burt Munro motorcycle challenge at the end of November Councils in the Wellington region are urging riders attending this event to take their time…