News releases
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.
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.
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.
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.
Consultation begins on proposed Wellington City bus changes
People in the Wellington region are being encouraged to give their feedback on major changes proposed for Wellington bus services from Island Bay to Grenada.[wellington-city-bus-review/]
Go gather gravel at the Great Gravel Grab
Greater Wellington is holding the annual Kapiti Great Gravel Grab[kapiti-great-gravel-grab/] on the banks of the Otaki River on Sunday 19 February and its Flood Protection team is expecting another big turn out this year.
Whitireia past, present and future - with Ngāti Toa Rangatira
Delve into the rich heritage of Porirua’s Whitireia Park with members of Ngāti Toa Rangatira at Hikoi Ki Whitireia – Whitireia History Walk[hikoi-ki-whitireia-whitireia-history-walk/] this Thursday.
Join Wellington walk-off and be in to win
Shoe Clinic vouchers, a year’s frequent flyer membership to Zealandia wildlife sanctuary and goody hampers are just some of the prizes to be won in Greater Wellington’s Streets Alive walking challenge[http://www.streetsalive.org.nz].
Changes to Johnsonville train services
As a result of extensive mechanical issues with the English Electric trains that operate on the Johnsonville line and customer calls for more service consistency, a decision has been made by Greater Wellington Regional Council and Tranz Metro to use a combination of trains and express bus services in the morning peak to assist with reduced capacity on trains until Matangi are introduced on the line on Monday 19 March.
Increased risk from blue-green algae in Hutt River
Greater Wellington and Regional Public Health want people to take care around the Hutt River due to the risk from potentially toxic blue-green algae (also known as cyanobacteria).