Environmental warning - high risk of toxic algae
There is currently a high risk of toxic algae in the Hutt River. See our warnings page for more information.
Environmental warning: High risk of toxic algae. More information here
Proposed changes to Wellington bus services
Major changes are being proposed for Wellington City bus services. Find out more and let us know what you think.
Great prizes to be won in Wellington walk-off
Greater Wellington and Streets Alive's summer walking challenge is on. Get active, get healthy and you could even get lucky with some great prizes on offer.
Whatever the weather, it's going to be a dry summer
One of our region's water storage lakes will be empty this summer for earthquake stregthening and upsizing, so we'll have less water in reserve. But if everybody uses a little bit less water, it should see us through.
Escape with us this summer...
Bookings are open for the Great Outdoors summer events programme. With more than 60 events on offer, the Great Outdoors is a fantastic opportunity to explore our beautiful reigonal parks and forests.
Our Region out now
Out now - December's Our Region, with the latest news on Baring Head/Ōrua-Pouanui, our "dry" summer, the Wairarapa Water Use Project, the Great Outdoors summer events programme and much more.
High risk from toxic algae in Hutt River
Greater Wellington and Regional Public Health are warning that the risk from toxic cyanobacteria in the Hutt River remains high, following the death of a dog in Upper Hutt over the weekend.A one year old cocker spaniel died shortly after coming into contact with cyanobacteria mats on...
The story behind Otaki’s “hidden gem”
See how a major flood protection project has resulted in stunning environmental enhancement by joining the Explore Chrystalls Bend guided walk along the banks of Otaki River, Sunday 26 February. The once derelict Chrystalls Bend became the site of Greater Wellington flood...
Join our convoy!
Take your 4WD for a tagalong trip through Greater Wellington’s Akatarawa Forest on Sunday 26 February with the Cross Country Vehicle Club – with the option of starting in either Upper Hutt or Kapiti.“The 4WD Back Country Akatarawa event is a great opportunity for...
Increased risk from toxic algae in Hutt River
River users should avoid parts of the Hutt River due to widespread growth of potentially toxic cyanobacteria, Greater Wellington and Regional Public Health say.Monitoring by Greater Wellington shows that the amount of cyanobacteria is now high in the Hutt River from Birchville...
Slideshow
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Feb
Beginners Guide to Flyfishing 1
Learn the intricacies of flyfishing for trout. Members of the Hutt...
25
Feb
Places for Penguins - Weeding Day and Volunteer BBQ
It's time to get your hands dirty at Tarakena Bay...
- Wellington City Bus Review (13 Feb 2012 - 16 Mar 2012)
Monitoring
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- Rivers and streams
- Rainfall
- Groundwater
- Wetlands
- Lakes
- Air quality
- Meteorology
- Coasts and estuaries
- Land and soil
Environmental warnings
There are currently no environmental warnings in place.