Toxic algae in Waipoua River
Toxic algae has been found parts of the Waipoua River, near Masterton, prompting authorities to warn dog owners to keep their dogs on the lead and people to take care.
Archive: December, 2015
Courts taking environmental protection seriously
Two recent convictions for environment-related offences in the greater Wellington region have provided a warning to would-be rule breakers that they can expect significant punishment when they are caught.
Preferred operator selected for Wellington's rail service
Greater Wellington Regional Council has selected Transdev Australasia in association with Hyundai Rotem as its preferred future operator for Wellington's metro rail service.
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.
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).
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.