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Well_ngton sign on waterfront with person demonstrating how to be the I in Wellington

17 January 2025

Some big events to take a shine to this summer

The capital’s 2025 summer season has kicked-off with a full calendar of exciting and entertaining events.
Mayor Tory Whanau speaking at an event.

14 January 2025

"I am focused on continuing the momentum" – Mayor Tory Whanau
Flags in protest of Treaty Bill at Hikoi in Wellington in November.

7 January 2025

Wellington City Council joins 42,000+ vs divisive Treaty Principles Bill

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"We've worked hard to deliver for Wellington" – Mayor Tory Whanau

Get two amazing events for one New Year’s Eve in Pōneke

Wellington City Council slams divisive Treaty Principles Bill

New developer confirmed for Band Rotunda project

Get hands-on with climate disruption data

City safety plan revamp

Council agrees proposed project reductions for public consultation next year
Mayor Whanau checks the progress at the new Taranaki Street rising main

23 December 2024

"We've worked hard to deliver for Wellington" – Mayor Tory Whanau

Mayor says she's proud of the major milestones achieved this year in three priority areas.
A crowd of people enjoy a concert at a waterfront lagoon, while fireworks explode above a boat shed in the background.

18 December 2024

Get two amazing events for one New Year’s Eve in Pōneke

Start 2025 in style with two major events in the city.
Mayor Tory Whanau at event

17 December 2024

Wellington City Council slams divisive Treaty Principles Bill

Council votes to put forward a submission strongly opposing the Treaty Principles Bill.
Concept of Band Rotunda development from aerial view

12 December 2024

New developer confirmed for Band Rotunda project

Council approves negotiations for development for Band Rotunda.
Interactive displays in foyer of Akau Tangi with public using it

6 December 2024

Get hands-on with climate disruption data

An interactive digital installation Our Changing City helps raise awareness of the impacts of climate change and how we can work together to find solu...
Looking down Courtenay Place from Taranaki Street.

5 December 2024

City safety plan revamp

Inner-city 'safety spots’ and a new outreach plan to work with homeless people and rough sleepers are part of a revamped draft City Safety Plan.

The Wellington harbour surrounded by city buildings on a sunny day.

29 November 2024

Council agrees proposed project reductions for public consultation next year

Councillors and Pouiwi have decided on proposals to reduce spending as part of an amendment to the 2024-34 Long-term Plan.