Feedback helps shape the draft Natural Resource Plan
Thousands of points of interest have been raised by the public in response to the release of a draft Natural Resources Plan for the Wellington region. Views both supporting and opposing…
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Fare increase unlikely this year due to rising rail patronage and lower oil prices
It's unlikely a public transport fare increase will be needed for the Wellington region this year, thanks to increasing numbers of people taking the train and lower than anticipated international…
Real people ride bikes - see the person share the road
Putting a human face to the cyclist under the helmet is the aim of an advertising campaign kicking off around the Wellington region on Monday 2 February. "Often all we see…
Dry January records lowest rainfall since 1879
Record low rainfall across the region during January saw Karori Reservoir record the lowest rainfall since 1879 and Wainuiomata Reservoir lowest since 1890. Karori received only 3.8mm of rain during January…
Security increased at Mana Road Bridge
Concern for swimmers and boaties in the Mana Road Bridge area of the Porirua Harbour has prompted the Wellington Regional Harbour Master to further increase monitoring and security in the…
Toxic algae alerts for Hutt and Ruamāhanga Rivers
Toxic algae warnings have been put in place on parts of the Hutt and Ruamāhanga Rivers. Red alert toxic algae warnings are in place for the Hutt River at Poets Park,…
Changes at the Top - a new farm hub opens at Belmont Regional Park
Changes at the Top - a new farm hub opens at Belmont Regional Park Greater Wellington Regional Council chair Fran Wilde says a new farm hub constructed at Belmont Regional Park…
Capture the beauty of our wetlands and win
Monday 2 February marks World Wetlands Day, recognising the vital role that wetlands play in sustaining the health of our environment. Celebrate these important ecosystems by enjoying some time out at…
Former regional council building assessed by engineers
Former regional council building assessed by engineers Following a request from Wellington City Council, the former Greater Wellington Regional Council headquarters has been assessed by engineers and added to the Ministry…
A plan to move the Wellington region forward - tell us what you think
People in the Wellington region are encouraged to have their say on a plan to help make the region more dynamic, productive and resilient through high quality public transport, new…