Toxic algae red alert at Waikanae River site
Dangerous levels of toxic algae have been found in the Waikanae River prompting Greater Wellington to strongly advise the public not to swim in near Jim Cooke Park.
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Reconnect with the land at upcoming Battle Hill Farm Day
Anniversary weekend activity seekers are invited to attend Greater Wellington’s biggest summer event of the year, Battle Hill Farm Day this Sunday 22 January.
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Toxic algae amber alert for Ōtaki and Waikanae Rivers
An amber alert for toxic algae has been issued on the Kāpiti Coast after algal blooms were found in Ōtaki River at State Highway 1 and Waikanae River at Jim…
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Toxic algae red alert in Te Awa Kairangi/Hutt River
Dangerous levels of toxic algae have been found in Te Awa Kairangi/Hutt River prompting Greater Wellington to strongly advise the public not to swim between Maoribank Corner and Taita Rock.
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Strong foundations laid in first year of Greater Wellington’s 2021-31 LTP
Greater Wellington’s first annual report under its 2021-31 Long Term Plan reflects its progress towards building the firm foundations required to meet the plan’s 10-year horizon.
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Get parks prepared ahead of Greater Wellington’s summer events programme
Greater Wellington is calling on the region to get ‘parks prepared’ ahead of its annual Summer Events programme which spans the region’s network of parks.
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Toxic algae found in Te Awa Kairangi/Hutt River near Manor Park golf course
Swimmers are advised to be cautious while dog owners should keep their pets leashed or avoid Te Awa Kairangi/Hutt River by the Manor Park Golf Sanctuary where large amounts of…
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Greater Wellington welcomes easier route to residency for overseas bus drivers
Greater Wellington welcomed news today of a new temporary residence pathway and sector agreement programme that aims to attract more workers into rewarding public transport careers.
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Greater Wellington and Wellington Airport unlock land for sustainable public transport
Greater Wellington has signed a long term lease with Wellington Airport to secure nearly two hectares of land in Rongotai to enable Metlink to explore a range of public transport infrastructure options…
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Greater Wellington introduces Te Tiriti o Waitangi Komiti as part of new committee structure line-up
Greater Wellington introduced a new Te Tiriti o Waitangi Komiti as part of its committee structure and chair announcements at a Council meeting today.
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