Metlink staff prepare for emergencies
Metlink carries out simulation exercise training on how to respond in the case of an emergency. Six train services were replaced by buses on the Johnsonville Line on Thursday between 10am…
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Family fun for the 50th Conservation Week - find out why nature needs you
Community volunteer group Naenae Nature Trust planting trees. Conservation Week is coming up and locals can learn how to get involved in volunteering, while getting a close-up look at native fish…
Section of Waikanae River track closed following erosion
Part of the walking track along the Waikanae River bank opposite Jim Cooke Park has been closed following erosion by the river, which has compromised the safe use of the…
Harbour sediment rates too high for healthy habitats
A recent survey of Te Awarua-o-Porirua Harbour shows sedimentation rates have more than doubled in the last five years, undermining animal and plant habitats and the healthy functioning of this…
Greater Wellington carbon neutrality underway with new native forest planting system
A new native forest planting system is helping Greater Wellington Regional Council achieve its biodiversity and climate change goals. Native Forest Systems, designed by Paekākāriki consultancy Groundtruth Ltd, is a leading-edge…
Environment fund helps support community groups
Applications for Greater Wellington Regional Council's Community Environment Fund are open with the aim of supporting community groups to restore, maintain and protect our native ecosystems. Greater Wellington Senior Biodiversity Advisor…
Women empowered with cycle workshops
Cycling workshops for migrant, former refugee and low income women are coming to local communities with an aim to empower people with a safe, low cost form of transport. Greater Wellington…
Greater Wellington announces package to tackle climate change
Greater Wellington Regional Council agreed unanimously on an ambitious package to tackle climate change, combatting the impacts already being felt across the region, at its Council meeting on August 21. Greater…
Metlink welcomes purchase of Mana Coach Services
Metlink welcomes news today that Transdev Australasia have agreed terms to acquire Mana Coach Services. The agreement, subject to regulatory approvals, means Transdev will be responsible for the 66 buses and…
5000 new trees thanks to Spade Aid
Hundreds of planters of all ages flooded into Queen Elizabeth Park on Sunday, putting 5000 trees in the ground for this years Spade Aid event. Greater Wellington Regional Council hosted the…