Melling Line temporary closure endorsed by Greater Wellington
All TagsGreater Wellington councillors have endorsed the closure of the Melling Line for up to 18 months from July 2024 to make way for the construction of vital infrastructure for Te…
Communities to have their say on bringing bus infrastructure back into public ownership
All TagsGreater Wellington agreed at a Council meeting today to consult with communities on bringing bus infrastructure back into public ownership as part of its upcoming Long Term Plan process in…
Golden Mile transformation will bring more life into the city says Greater Wellington
All TagsGreater Wellington says Golden Mile rejuvenation plans from Let’s Get Wellington Moving (LGWM) will make Wellington City and public transport more attractive and bring more life into the CBD.
Greater Wellington temporarily extends half price fares
All TagsUniversal half price fares will be temporarily extended on the Metlink public transport network from 1 July until the government’s age-based discounts can be applied.
Metlink bike rack practice point encourages cycle savviness
All TagsCouncillor Yadana Saw in front of the Metlink bus decal at the Bikespace workshop.
Greater Wellington welcomes Budget 2023’s free fares for under 13-year-olds and half price fares for all people aged 13-25
All TagsGreater Wellington Regional Council welcomed news today that free fares for under 13-year-olds and half-price fares for anyone 25 and under, will be funded as part of the Government’s Budget 2023…
Greater Wellington seeks further assurances from KiwiRail on critical risks for Metlink rail network
All TagsA set of assurances has been requested from KiwiRail by Greater Wellington after the equipment failure that led to speed restrictions on the Metlink rail network.
FIFA World Cup deal, driver recruitment to be discussed by Greater Wellington
All TagsRegional councillors will hear from Metlink on a new initiative for the FIFA Women’s World Cup at a Transport Committee meeting on Thursday 4 May.
Funding for new passenger trains celebrated by Greater Wellington and Horizons
All TagsThe pre-budget announcement of funding for a fleet hybrid-electric passenger trains in the lower North Island has delighted Greater Wellington and Horizons regional councils.
Bus driver wages increased by Greater Wellington
All TagsMetlink bus driver wages will increase to an average of $30/hour in urban areas and $28/hour in the regions, following a decision today by Greater Wellington.