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Wild weather, bridge damage underscore need for flood protection co-funding

09 Jul 2026

Greater Wellington reviewing flood protection and resilience in South Wairarapa

02 Jul 2026

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Belmont Regional Park Community Planting Day 2026

  • Date 18 Jul 2026
  • Location Stratton Street, Belmont Regional Park
  • Duration 2 hours

Queen Elizabeth Park Community Planting Day

  • Date 19 Jul 2026
  • Location Queen Elizabeth Park
  • Duration 10am - 3pm

Battle Hill Community Planting Day

  • Date 26 Jul 2026
  • Location Battle Hill Farm Forest Park
  • Duration approx. 2 - 3 hours