Wellington ANZAC Day Concert
Relive the ’40s at our tribute concert to the servicemen and women of the First and Second World Wars – taking place on Anzac Day (Monday 25 April) at the Town Hall in Wellington.
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Wellington Press Releases, New Zealand
Wellington Festival of Carnivale
The streets and venues of Wellington will be alive with a rich array of arts and entertainment during Rugby World Cup 2011 thanks to the Festival of Carnivale, launched this evening (Wednesday 13 April) by Wellington City Council.
The Best Self Storage Units In Wellington
You can now have the ideal self storage units when you are moving house, want to create more space, or are moving overseas.
Wellington Recycling Collection Changes
From Wednesday 30 March, the new 140-litre wheelie bins for recycling paper, metals and plastics will start to be delivered to households in Wellington.
Wellington Airport Road Needs to Remain Accessible
Wellington Mayor Celia Wade-Brown says she wants Stewart Duff Drive – which runs through Wellington Airport – to remain open to ‘through’ traffic.
Police Requesting Public Assistance with Murder Investigation
Police are requesting information from the public to assist the investigation of the murder of Matthew Hall. Any sighting of Matthew Hall, or his car, a blue 2002 Toyota Corolla hatchback with the registration ASG960 should be reported.
See European Masters at Te Papa for Free
Wellingtonians have the opportunity to see Te Papa’s latest temporary exhibition – The European Masters – on Thursday 3 February for free, thanks to Wellington City Council’s sponsorship of the museum.
Missing Tararua Tramper Found
A Levin man missing in the Tararua Ranges since yesterday has been found safe and well.
Pedestrian and Bus Safety in Manners Mall
Wellington City Council and local bus companies are to keep a close watch on pedestrian safety along the new two-way section of the Golden Mile – mainly in Manners Street – via a joint ‘taskforce’ of representatives from the organisations.
Equinox Announce CCBA Preparation Programme
IT consultancy Equinox Limited will launch a CCBA preparation programme in early 2011 to assist business analysts in passing the new IIBA® intermediate certification for business analysts – the Certification of Competency in Business Analysis (CCBA).
Wellington Terrace Tunnel Closure
From Monday (6 December) until September next year, the Terrace Tunnel will be closed most nights between 8.00pm and 6.00am. The New Zealand Transport Agency is upgrading the tunnel’s operating systems to the latest standards, and will work overnight to minimise disruption to traffic.
Redvespa Best Small Workplace Winner
Not only is Wellington claiming the title ‘Coolest Little Capital in the World’ having recently been named the world’s fourth best city to visit in 2011 by Lonely Planet, but it’s also claiming the Best Small Workplace winner, according to this year’s JRA Best Workplaces Awards.
Wellington Santa Parade 2010
He’s travelling half the world to be here – Santa Claus himself is coming to town to kick off this year’s Christmas countdown with the Santa Parade on Sunday 14 November in Wellington. Wellington City Council Events Manager Lauren Fantham says about 60,000 people are expected to head along to the parade this year.
Woman critcially injured in drink drive crash
A woman is in a critical condition and another is in a serious condition after a drunk driver lost control and crashed into them as they prepared to have a coffee by the side of the road.
Hobbit Movies in New Zealand
Prime Minister John Key has announced an agreement has been reached between the New Zealand Government and Warner Bros that will enable the two Hobbit movies to be directed by Sir Peter Jackson to be made in New Zealand.
Wellington Mayor Wants The Hobbit to Stay in New Zealand
Mayor-elect Celia Wade-Brown today sent a strong message that ‘The Hobbit’ should stay where it belongs – in Wellington and New Zealand.
Keep Away from Seals at Beaches Message from DOC
Seals don’t need our help unless they are severely injured, under threat from people or dogs, or entangled in marine debris, the Department of Conservation is reminding people.
Wellington Tests Tsunami Sirens
Wellington’s tsunami warning sirens will be blaring in the central city and coastal suburbs on Wednesday 20 October as part of a national tsunami readiness exercise.
Celia Wade-Brown as Wellington Mayor
Prime Minister John Key congratulates new Wellington Mayor Celia Wade-Brown following today’s announcement that she has been elected to lead the city.
Wellington City Mayoral Result Waiting Special Vote Count
Mayor Kerry Prendergast has an election night lead of 40 votes over Celia Wade-Brown, but it won’t be known who’s won the race until special votes have been processed. Some 960 special votes were issued. The result may not be known until Wednesday.