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    • RMA Amendment and Draft Spatial Plan Submissions
      • The included links take you to Wellington Civic Trust’s submissions for Resource Management (Enabling Housing Supply And Other Matters) Amendment Bill (November 2021): RMA Amendment Bill Wellington City Council Planning For Growth – Our City Tomorrow Draft Spatial Plan (October 2020): Draft Spatial Plan The Trust remains concerned about the complexity of the submissions process. […]

    • Te Ngākau-Wellington Civic Centre Seminar: May 2021
      • Summary Notes – Mayor’s Presentation and Sessions 1 – 5 Te Ngākau A.M. Slides Compilation Te Ngākau P.M. Slides Compilation SEMINAR SUMMARY The seminar held in the Public Trust Building’s Main Hall provided a broad forum for both civic leaders and professionals from various disciplines to explain the past and current context of Te Ngākau-Wellington Civic Precinct, and closed with a workshop by the participants that worked to develop ideas responding to specific questions related to the planning process for a redeveloped centre. Moderated by Dame Kerry Prendergast, Wellington’s Mayor between 2001 and 2010, opened with a karakia by Peter Jackson, followed by an address from the Mayor Andy Foster recapping the development of the Centre since the land’s initial reclamation, the seminar touched on a broad range of subjects: The original Maori settlement and movementsEarly European settlementThe development of the Precinct from the first buildings until todayClimate and earthquake resilience programmesSocial and business activities, and civic use of the PrecinctCommunity development and inner city residentsWhere to from here

    • Te Ngakau – Wellington Civic Centre – Seminar details and registration link
      • Te Ngakau – Seminar details and registration link The Wellington Civic Trust is organising a seminar on future possibilities and what the citizens of Wellington would like to see for their civic center. – Explore the history, role and importance of the Civic Precinct – Understand current proposals for the Precinct and its open spaces – Develop ideas around needs and opportunities to make the Precinct work for everyone Date:  15 May 2021, from 09:15 a.m. to 04.00 p.m. Venue:  PUBLIC TRUST HALL – corner Lambton Quay and Stout St. Attendance is free with morning tea provided but koha welcome. REGISTRATION: Please follow the Eventfinda link above

    • Wellington Civic Trust Awards 2019
      • The 2019 Wellington Civic Trust Awards celebration was held on the 10th December, with the results as follows: WELLINGTON CIVIC TRUST EXCELLENCE AWARD  Winner: Press Hall Development  Awarded to Cheops Holdings and McKee-Fehl Constructors Ltd  Judges’ Citation “This is an exciting project by a private developer which has carved out a laneway creating a new lively public space, used and enjoyed by all sectors of the community. In the words of the nominator “Press hall is a gamechanger that redefines how our cool little capital gathers, eats and laughs…”. It is an excellent example of a design solution that enhances the life of the street, and those who enjoy the redeveloped building.”  Runner up: G. McCarthy Trust Building Awarded to 60 Cuba Ltd and mc architecture studio ltd Judges’ Citation “We received several excellent nominations for earthquake strengthening of character buildings in Wellington city. We decided to especially acknowledge the redevelopment of the T. G. McCarthy Trust Building at 60 Cuba street, as an example of an almost derelict building being given a new lease of life and new uses which relate well to the shared public space of lower Cuba Street. May many others follow this example.” Highly Commended: Egmont, Eva and Leeds street Laneways   Awarded to Wellington City Council Judges’ Citation “We would like to acknowledge the commitment and interest of WCC to enhance these small public spaces and laneways in giving the pair of Egmont and Eva/Leeds streets a highly Commended award. This award particularly recognises the design, placement and quality of the street furniture in Egmont street. More quality investment in these lanes will add vibrancy, safety and street inhabitation to these inner-city passageways.” Highly Commended: Te Mara Apartments  Awarded to Wellington City Council and Novak + Middleton Architects  Judges’ Citation  “Te Mara also receives a Highly Commended Award. It is a fantastic example of a joint venture between a Territorial Authority and Government to produce a robust, flexible and high-quality innercity housing development – a modern example of Centennial Flats. As Te Mara means “the garden” we’d love to see the central area as a more living and productive garden for the inhabitants.” GRANT TILLY MEMORIAL AWARD  Winner: Public Trust Hall  Awarded to Cheops Holdings and McKee-Fehl Constructors Ltd  Judges’ Citation “This incredibly important heritage Building – Heritage NZ category 1 – was recently deemed impossible to strengthen and faced demolition. It has been beautifully and carefully restored and is a significant building both in its street context and the cultural memory of Wellingtonians. The creation of ground floor public space has increased the success of the restoration and is an asset to the city.”  Highly Commended: Centennial Flats Awarded to Kāinga Ora Homes and Communities and Architecture Cubed Ltd  Judges’ Citation “The complete restoration of this housing complex, including retention of the central community spaces, has embraced the people living there. The project, originally designed by the Ministry of Works under Gordon Wilson, and with a Heritage NZ category 1 listing, is an excellent example of 1940’s public housing, done well.” PEOPLES’ CHOICE AWARD 2019 Winner: The Pavilion, Bridging and Decking on the Wellington Waterfront  Awarded to Wellington Waterfront and the Isthmus Group Our congratulations to the winners, and thanks to all who participated. What we stand for Since the Wellington Civic Trust’s establishment in 1981 our aim has been to help make Wellington the best of all possible places to live and work. We work to: encourage public participation in decisions that affect our city ensure good planning and design to address the challenges of the future preserve the best of the old, but encourage new development which will enhance our city protect and enhance the unique character and the many natural features of the city, including the skyline, the town belt and the harbour encourage green space and environmentally conscious development develop a pedestrian- and cycle-friendly environment safeguard the waterfront as a public amenity support transport options that enhance the city and health What we do The Trust exists to give Wellingtonians the opportunity to have a say in their city’s future. Every two years the Trust organizes a full-day seminar, inviting members and the public to hear broad-ranging and expert views on issues critical to the city’s development. It then provides planners and decision-makers with guidance on what the people of Wellington want. The Trust’s Bienniel Awards recognize outstanding urban projects. The Trust looks at proposed developments for the city and where there are concerns it makes submissions to Council. How we do it Over many years the Trust has earned the respect of the Wellington City Council and government groups.  It has the ability to get things done by bringing together those who seek action and those who have the authority to act. The Wellington Civic Trust is made up of both individual and business members — planners, architects, engineers and citizens. It has achieved much over the years by seeking answers, making submissions and making appeals on decisions. Become a member If you are interested in protecting and enhancing the quality of life our city offers we would welcome your membership and support. As a member, you will receive regular newsletters and seminar invitations have an effective forum for discussing the city’s future have the benefit of the Trust’s commitment to listening to the public’s concerns and taking action to address these.

    • Wellington After Paris: Zero Carbon Capital City
      • The Wellington Civic Trust is organising a “Wellington after Paris” seminar that will provide a unique insight into the benefits to our city’s wellbeing, resiliency, and natural and cultural heritage as we transition to carbon neutrality. Download the flyer here.

    • Wellington After Paris: Zero Carbon Capital City
      • The Wellington Civic Trust is organising a “Wellington after Paris” seminar that will provide a unique insight into the benefits to our city’s wellbeing, resiliency, and natural and cultural heritage as we transition to carbon neutrality. Download the flyer here.

    • 2016 AGM: 28 April
      • Wellington Civic Trust members, friends, supporters and all others interested are warmly invited to our 35th AGM, which will be held on Thursday 28th April 2016, 5.30pm for 6pm, at the newly-restored Old Public Trust Building (entrance at the corner of Lambton Quay and Stout St, Wellington). Our guest speaker will be Dave Armstrong, the well-known Wellington playwright and columnist for the Dominion Post newspaper. Dave will talk about the state of Wellington and some of the issues likely to feature in this year’s local body elections. … and join us for a guided tour through this wonderful building by owner (and Civic Trust Trustee) Maurice Clark. Please join fellow members and Trustees for drinks from 5.30pm. Agenda 1. Welcome – by Toni Izzard, Chair. 2. Apologies – please send any to Dorothy Thompson at 384-2127 or to Alan Smith at alanesmith@xtra.co.nz. 3. Minutes of the Previous AGM – April 29th 2015 (copies available at the meeting). Matters arising from these minutes. 4. Chair’s Annual Report (copies to be tabled at the meeting) 5. Financial Report (copies to be tabled at the meeting) 6. Matters arising from the Annual Report and Accounts 7. Election of 2016/17 Trustees (nominations welcomed in advance, and from the floor) 8. Hon. Auditor 9. General Business The AGM will be followed by the talk from, and discussion with, our guest speaker Dave Armstrong; and the opportunity for a tour through this award-winning restoration building. The evening will finish by 7.30pm at the latest.

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