Red alert level warnings are in place for the Ruamāhanga River at Double Bridges and Te Ore Ore due to widespread toxic algae, with detached mats lifting from rocks to accumulate at…
Metlink public transport fares will increase by 3.1 percent from 15 May, with discounts applied to off peak fares being reduced from 30 to 20 percent. The decision to adjust fares…
March is shaping up to be a busy month on footpaths and cycleways, as tamariki across the Wellington region take part in the 17th annual Māehe Manawa Ora Movin’March –…
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More affordable fares are coming for students, blind and disabled customers, and adults travelling during the off-peak periods in the Wellington region. Greater Wellington Regional Council has made further changes to…
Former Porirua Mayor Nick Leggett has been appointed as an external director for WRC Holdings Ltd, a wholly owned subsidiary of Greater Wellington Regional Council (Greater Wellington). Mr Leggett brings significant…
Greater Wellington has today added its signature to the Local Government Leaders' Water Declaration, which reiterates the sector's commitment to water quality and calls for greater action from central government. "We've…
River users, particularly those with dogs, should be extra vigilant when visiting the Hutt and Pakuratahi rivers due to increased growth of toxic algae, says Greater Wellington Regional Council, Regional…
Honshu White Admiral Butterfly versus Japanese HoneysuckleGreater Wellingtons biosecurity guardians are valiantly fighting pest plants in the region, but there are times when we have to enlist nature to help…
An ambitious plan to combine the region's off-road tracks and trails under a single framework and create a uniquely Wellington region experience that enhances regional lifestyle and attract tourists has…
Two new bosses for Wellington Civil DefenceTwo former military men have been chosen to lead Wellingtons Civil Defence organisation, WREMO (Wellington Region Emergency Management Office), replacing Bruce Pepperell who is…
In just a few weeks the last trolley bus will retire, as the era of the Wellington icon comes to an end. Greater Wellington's Chairperson for the Sustainable Transport Committee, Councillor…
The first step in dismantling Wellington's trolley bus wires begins next week Work will start on a disused section in the city centre on 10 October as part of a 12-month…