It’s hoped a population of about 25 tītipounamu/rifleman, translocated to Waterfall Road Bush near Paraparaumu, will fill a tītipounamu-sized hole in the ecosystem and spread to other important ecological areas…
Possums are threatening Greytown’s leafy heritage, and Greater Wellington is calling for local homeowners to help protect trees and wildlife by allowing traps to be installed in their gardens. Arbor…
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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Last week marked the successful wrap up of a trial programme which boosts job opportunities that benefit the health of the community and te taiao, an initiative funded by Ministry…
This year marks the 17th year that Greater Wellington Regional Council has monitored kererū in Kaitoke Regional Park to track their health, which is essential to our native bush regeneration and…
Greater Wellington Regional Council has appointed Martin Matthews as independent chair of Greater Wellington's Finance, Risk and Assurance Committee (FRAC). This is a key role on the committee that looks…
Mental Health Awareness Week is a timely reminder of the invaluable role te taiao plays in maintaining a balanced mental health and general wellbeing, advocates Greater Wellington Councillor Prue Lamason. 'Return to…
Greater Wellington Regional Council's Climate Committee has supported two proposals to retire grazing and restore rare wetland and forest ecosystems in its Queen Elizabeth and Kaitoke regional parks, a decision…
Locals are checking their brakes, pumping up tyres and fastening helmets for this October's Kia Eke Paihikara Tātou Greater Welly Bike Fest, a month that celebrates climate friendly forms of transport. Greater…
Bee Aware Month is the buzz word on the region's streets; the perfect time to sweeten up your native planting skills and support bees which are key to our community…
Greater Wellington is investigating rolling out Snapper payments on rail services across the region following decisions made at Council today to help pave the way for national ticketing. Transport committee chair…
Kahutara School is fostering students' connection with te taiao (nature) by developing a wetland to encourage biodiversity back to the local area, following the school's participation in the Whitebait Connection…