Greater Wellington has entered into a Transfer Agreement with Tiaki Wai, marking the final legal step toward establishing the multi-council-owned water services organisation. From 1 July, all water services responsibilities currently…
Creating stronger communities is a key part of our flood resilience programme in South Wairarapa and Ōtaki. Alongside delivering critical flood protection, we’re focused on achieving broader social outcomes through…
Greater Wellington has welcomed Budget 2026 funding for rail renewals in the Wellington Region; while warning that sustained, long-term investment in the Crown’s rail assets will be needed to restore…
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Greater Wellington strongly supports the Minister for Rail’s call for increased use of rail to move freight during the current fuel supply crisis, particularly for heavy bulk goods such as…
Greater Wellington is proud to announce a major investment in Wairarapa’s rail future with the construction of a new train maintenance depot in Masterton, as part of its Lower North…
Greater Wellington is strongly advising people to stay away from all regional parks for the next 36 hours, due to the regional state of emergency and weather warnings currently in…
Greater Wellington Regional Council and South Wairarapa District Council are deeply saddened by the sudden passing of Councillor Adrienne Staples, a respected colleague, community leader, former four-term Mayor of South…
Council has reappointed Nigel Corry as Greater Wellington Chief Executive following a formal performance review process led by its Chief Executive Employment Committee. Greater Wellington Chair Daran Ponter said the decision…
Red alert level warnings are in place for the Waikanae River and Te Awa Kairangi (Hutt River) due to toxic algae levels. Greater Wellington advises people not to swim or let…
Greater Wellington is calling on the Government to support Public Transport Authorities facing sharp increases in diesel prices, warning that without intervention passengers could face service cuts or rising fares. Greater…
Greater Wellington is urging jet boaters and other river users to report sightings of exposed rail irons in Wairarapa rivers – hidden hazards that can cause serious injury or death. A…
March was the busiest month on record for Metlink bus passengers, with nearly 2.7 million trips across the Wellington region. Overall, Metlink services recorded 3.6 million trips across bus, rail and…