Greater Wellington welcomes $137.2m investment in rail substations for future reliability and growth
All TagsGreater Wellington has welcomed news from the Minister of Transport Hon. Simeon Brown this morning, who announced a further $137.
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Greater Wellington balances affordability and core services amid challenging economic and political climate
Greater Wellington’s 2023/24 annual report underscores key achievements in public transport and environmental restoration during a challenging year shaped by shifting government policies, funding changes, and affordability pressures.
Councillors thank hīkoi organisers and supporting agencies for peaceful and powerful assembly
Greater Wellington councillors say ngā mihi to public transport passengers, Metlink frontline staff, supporting agencies, Māori wardens and hīkoi organisers for their co-operation as Hīkoi mō te Tiriti travelled peacefully…
Early bird bonuses for Movin’March schools
All TagsEarly bird registrations are now open for the 16th year of Māehe Manawa Ora Movin’March, Greater Wellington’s annual initiative encouraging tamariki and their whānau to walk or wheel their way…
Greater Wellington ‘strongly supports’ joint water services plan
All TagsGreater Wellington councillors have unanimously confirmed their commitment to proceeding with a combined regional approach to developing a water services delivery plan with mana whenua and participating city and district…
Dotterel nest safety a priority during breeding season
All TagsExtra care should be taken on beaches and riverbanks to protect threatened dotterels and their nests during breeding season, says Greater Wellington Environment chair Penny Gaylor.
Electric articulated buses for Karori; hail and ride bus service for Tawa
All TagsThe first tranche of electric articulated buses is expected to join the Metlink fleet in 2026, and a hail and ride, fixed route bus service will replace the Metlink On…
Derailment report highlights underfunding and climate change risks
All TagsA report out this morning about the derailment of a passenger train in 2021 has highlighted the ongoing risks of under investment in early warning systems and responsiveness to severe…
Looking for grazing opportunities? Battle Hill wants you!
All TagsGreater Wellington is calling for Expressions of Interest for a range of new farming activities and uses of the facilities at Battle Hill Farm Forest Park.
Greater Wellington stands with Islamic Circle against hate speech
All TagsStanding as one against Islamophobia - Greater Wellington and the Islamic Circle of Aotearoa have come together, following a reported incident of hate speech by a passenger on a Metlink…
