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• • Greater Wellington welcomes Budget 2023’s free fares for under 13-year-olds and half price fares for all people aged 13-25

    • 18 May 2023
    • Greater Wellington Regional Council
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• • CSW Stakeholder Update, 2 March – Changes to CPF Rules (un-vaccinated students), Upcoming Regional Tournaments and Athletics Dates Confirmed

    • 2 Mar 2022
    • College Sport Wellington
    • Dear students, staff, family members, partners and supporters of College Sport Wellington, Please find below an update on three items.
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• • New-ish at the movies: Jobs, The Weight of Elephants, Red 2, White House Down, Salinger & In the House

    • 27 Sep 2013
    • The Wellingtonista
    • The best way I can think of to sum up Jobs, the hastily-prepared not-quite adaptation of Walter Isaacson’s hastily-published biography of the Apple co-founder, is that its subject would have hated it.
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• • Metlink to boost electric buses from 2 to 22 per cent of its fleet to meet climate change goals and passenger growth

    • 26 Jun 2020
    • Metlink
    • From left to right: Cr Daran Ponter – Chair, Greater Wellington Keven Snelgrove – Tranzit Brendan Prince  – NZBus James Howard – Tranzit Cr David Lee – Greater Wellington Cr Roger Blakeley – Greater Wellington The ink has dried on contracts for 98 new electric buses, which will take Metlink’s fleet of electric buses to 108, significantly reducing its carbon footprint and taking Greater Wellington a step closer on its target of carbon neutrality by 2030. Metlink currently has 450 buses in its active fleet in the Wellington region 10 of which are EVs, making up two percent of the fleet.  Once the 98 buses are added to the fleet the proportion of EVs will rise to 22 per cent which, excluding market leader China, is high by international standards. Seventy-three of the buses will be used on current scheduled services with a further 25 to be progressively added to routes to meet future network growth. The new electric buses will eventually take 61 diesel buses off the roads, leading to a 17 per cent drop in carbon emissions and a similar reduction in harmful emissions. Greater Wellington is delivering on its promise of a building a modern low emission bus network according to Chair Daran Ponter. “I’m sure that people across the region will be pleased to see another 61 diesel buses taken off the road and this will drive real climate benefits by deploying the new electric buses on high use areas of the network. “Just like our plans for rail, this is also about ensuring we have a fleet in place that can cope with rising population trends and demand for public transport over the next few years.  That’s why 25 buses will be used to accommodate forecast passenger growth without an increase in emissions,” added Chair Ponter. Climate Committee chair Cr Thomas Nash said we have to provide attractive alternatives to our current 20th century car culture if we’re serious about responding to climate change. “Over the last two decades transport emissions rose by 14 per cent across the region, mainly from fossil fuel burning cars and trucks.  “We need a real step change here and we know we can move far more people with far fewer vehicles if we provide high quality public transport. A modern, comfortable low emission fleet will play a key role in attracting new passengers, encouraging them to embrace public transport. We’ve got an opportunity to break free from the car-dominated landscape that’s been driving pollution in our cities - let’s take it,” added Cr Nash. Roger Blakeley, chair of Greater Wellington’s Transport Committee, said that the new fleet will also attract more bus drivers to the region. “This new fleet shows our intentions for growing the network and obviously more buses means more drivers.  We want buses that drivers can be proud of and these state of the art buses, many fitted out right here in New Zealand, will help us attract drivers that want to be at the forefront of the public transport industry in New Zealand and internationally.” As part of the deal, NZ Bus will source 67 ready-to-go large single decker EVs from China and Tranzurban will build 31 double decker EVs at Kiwi Bus Builders in Tauranga, with parts sourced from world leading Chinese bus manufacturers. NZ Bus CEO Barry Hinkley said he was delighted that NZ Bus was making a significant contribution to NZ’s environmental performance, commenting that growing the number of EVs in its fleet is the right way forward as NZ Bus looks to a future of reduced fossil fuel usage. "With these 67 new electric buses, NZ Bus is proud to be having the largest EV bus fleet in New Zealand. With these new orders, we will see our EV fleet grow to at least 85 buses in the short term. "Obviously, we all should try and do as much as we can to look after our environment; taking public transport is a great way of reducing emissions, and electric public transport is an even better way. “We’re committed to doing our bit to help reduce emissions in New Zealand and at the same time provide people with a safe and easy way to get around,” said Mr Hinkley. Tranzurban Director Keven Snelgrove said today’s announcement is a clear demonstration of the company’s commitment to partnering with Greater Wellington and pioneering and investing in electric bus technology and infrastructure in New Zealand. He says the 31 new double deck EVs add to the company’s fleet of 10 New Zealand-built double deck EVs successfully in operation in Wellington already. “This new fleet will deliver multiple benefits of being New Zealand built, adding to our modern and reliable electric bus fleet and help reduce carbon emissions and air pollution for Wellingtonians.” The buses will be delivered between mid-2021 and early 2023. 
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• • Metlink to boost electric buses from 2 to 22 per cent of its fleet to meet climate change goals and passenger growth

    • 26 Jun 2020
    • Greater Wellington Regional Council
    • From left to right: Cr Daran Ponter – Chair, Greater Wellington Keven Snelgrove – Tranzit Brendan Prince  – NZBus James Howard – Tranzit Cr David Lee – Greater Wellington Cr Roger Blakeley – Greater Wellington The ink has dried on contracts for 98 new electric buses, which will take Metlink’s fleet of electric buses to 108, significantly reducing its carbon footprint and taking Greater Wellington a step closer on its target of carbon neutrality by 2030. Metlink currently has 450 buses in its active fleet in the Wellington region 10 of which are EVs, making up two percent of the fleet.  Once the 98 buses are added to the fleet the proportion of EVs will rise to 22 per cent which, excluding market leader China, is high by international standards. Seventy-three of the buses will be used on current scheduled services with a further 25 to be progressively added to routes to meet future network growth. The new electric buses will eventually take 61 diesel buses off the roads, leading to a 17 per cent drop in carbon emissions and a similar reduction in harmful emissions. Greater Wellington is delivering on its promise of a building a modern low emission bus network according to Chair Daran Ponter. “I’m sure that people across the region will be pleased to see another 61 diesel buses taken off the road and this will drive real climate benefits by deploying the new electric buses on high use areas of the network. “Just like our plans for rail, this is also about ensuring we have a fleet in place that can cope with rising population trends and demand for public transport over the next few years.  That’s why 25 buses will be used to accommodate forecast passenger growth without an increase in emissions,” added Chair Ponter. Climate Committee chair Cr Thomas Nash said we have to provide attractive alternatives to our current 20th century car culture if we’re serious about responding to climate change. “Over the last two decades transport emissions rose by 14 per cent across the region, mainly from fossil fuel burning cars and trucks. “We need a real step change here and we know we can move far more people with far fewer vehicles if we provide high quality public transport. A modern, comfortable low emission fleet will play a key role in attracting new passengers, encouraging them to embrace public transport. We’ve got an opportunity to break free from the car-dominated landscape that’s been driving pollution in our cities - let’s take it,” added Cr Nash. Roger Blakeley, chair of Greater Wellington’s Transport Committee, said that the new fleet will also attract more bus drivers to the region. “This new fleet shows our intentions for growing the network and obviously more buses means more drivers.  We want buses that drivers can be proud of and these state of the art buses, many fitted out right here in New Zealand, will help us attract drivers that want to be at the forefront of the public transport industry in New Zealand and internationally.” As part of the deal, NZ Bus will source 67 ready-to-go large single decker EVs from China and Tranzurban will build 31 double decker EVs at Kiwi Bus Builders in Tauranga, with parts sourced from world leading Chinese bus manufacturers. NZ Bus CEO Barry Hinkley said he was delighted that NZ Bus was making a significant contribution to NZ’s environmental performance, commenting that growing the number of EVs in its fleet is the right way forward as NZ Bus looks to a future of reduced fossil fuel usage. "With these 67 new electric buses, NZ Bus is proud to be having the largest EV bus fleet in New Zealand. With these new orders, we will see our EV fleet grow to at least 85 buses in the short term. "Obviously, we all should try and do as much as we can to look after our environment; taking public transport is a great way of reducing emissions, and electric public transport is an even better way. “We’re committed to doing our bit to help reduce emissions in New Zealand and at the same time provide people with a safe and easy way to get around,” said Mr Hinkley. Tranzurban Director Keven Snelgrove said today’s announcement is a clear demonstration of the company’s commitment to partnering with Greater Wellington and pioneering and investing in electric bus technology and infrastructure in New Zealand. He says the 31 new double deck EVs add to the company’s fleet of 10 New Zealand-built double deck EVs successfully in operation in Wellington already. “This new fleet will deliver multiple benefits of being New Zealand built, adding to our modern and reliable electric bus fleet and help reduce carbon emissions and air pollution for Wellingtonians.” The buses will be delivered between mid-2021 and early 2023. 
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• • Submit by Wednesday 2 May: Let the Government know you support the new draft Government Policy Statement (GPS) on Land Transport

    • 21 Apr 2018
    • Save the Basin Reserve!
    • The draft Government Policy Statement is a very significant change from the previous Government’s motorway-dominated policies – the policies that led to the now-defeated Basin Reserve flyover proposal.
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    • 18 Jan 2014
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• • Using artificial intelligence to diagnose cancer

    • 12 Apr 2022
    • Victoria University of Wellington
    • Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington PhD graduate Dr Qurrat Ul Ain has developed an artificial intelligence programme that could help diagnose skin cancer, using just a photograph.
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    Experts making an impact

    • 3 Feb 2025
    • Predator Free Wellington
    • This story was taken from our 2023/24 impact report . Predator Free Wellington volunteers* dedicate more than 55,000 hours a year to achieve our predator free mission. This huge contribution is equivalent to having an entirely new Predator Free Wellington field team, valued at approximately $2 million a year…
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• • eBooks and eReaders

    • 21 Feb 2011
    • Victoria University Library
    • The Library has over 250,000 eBooks which you can read whenever you like, from where ever you are. And now you can browse our newest eBook titles on dedicated eReaders at Central and WJ Scott Libraries. For information on how to find and use eBooks please visit the Finding and using eBooks guide on the Library website. If you need help use the Ask a Librarian service.
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• • Lee makes it three at National Age Groups

    • 8 Mar 2007
    • Swimming Wellington
    • Samantha Lee (Capital) grabbed her third Gold medal in as many nights when she won the 14yrs 200m Freestyle and the National Age Group Championships in Hamilton tonight, having already claimed the 100m & 400m freestyle titles. The complete list of Wellington swimmers to collect medals on Day three was: Samantha Lee (CAP) 1st 14yrs 200m Free 2:10.50 Samantha Lucie-Smith (KAR) 3rd 14yrs 200m Free 2:10.94 Ryan [...]
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    Blue Lake

    • 19 Nov 2021
    • Wellington Tramping and Mountainneering Club
    • The trip started with the ferry crew handing out free boxes of chips to everyone on board – their way of compensation for the 2-hour delay to our departure. I bought some fish to go with my chips and the crew gave me even more free chips. Feeling fully carb-loaded, we set off for Lake Rotoroa and ... Read more
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    Mondo Bizarro

    • 2 Jul 2024
    • Vogelmorn Community Group
    • ENTER the world of MONDO BIZARRO - Wellington's premier evening of vinyl music and madness, and it's FREE, FREE, FREE!
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    Vogelmorn Bowling Club, Mornington Road, Brooklyn, Wellington, Wellington City, Wellington, 6021, New Zealand (OpenStreetMap)
  
  

• • Overturned racing dinghy, Onepoto

    • 8 Dec 2015
    • Coastguard Mana
    • Operation Details Date/Time:  Sun, 06/12/2015 - 13:00 - 14:55 Operation Type:  SAROP Cat 1 People Assisted:  2 Total Volunteer Hours:  5 A 4 metre racing dinghy with 4 POB overturned in the Onepoto arm of Porirua harbour, 2 of the crew made it to shore whilst 2 stayed on board.  Police responded Westpac helicopter, Wellington Free Ambulance and Coastguard Mana to assist. Coastguard shore crew of 2 were liaising wih police on scene and 1 radiocoms person in our base at the mana cruising club Vessel Details Length:  4.00m Resources Attendees:  Ben Ryan Weedoogie Steve_Rolston read more
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    Tohoku photo exhibition opening – 3 June 2015

    • 20 Aug 2015
    • Wellington Sakai Association
    • The Embassy of Japan, in cooperation with the Wellington City Council hosted the “Tohoku – through the eyes of Japanese photographers” Photo Exhibition which was on display on the mezzanine floor of the Wellington Central Library from 3 June to 2 July 2015 with free admission. 
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    Wellington Central Library, Civic Square, Te Aro, Wellington, Wellington City, Wellington, 6011, New Zealand (OpenStreetMap)
  
  

• • Transportation 2040: Vancouver’s Blueprint for Sustainable Transport, with lessons for Wellington: Wednesday 4 July, 6:30-7:30pm

    • 25 Jun 2018
    • Save the Basin Reserve!
    • Date, Time and Venue Wednesday 4 July, 6:30-7:30pm Sustainability Trust, 2 Forresters Lane, Te Aro (off Tory St) Who: Hosted by Congestion-Free Wellington What’s This About? Wellington is facing major transport and land-use choices as we decide on the Let’s Get Wellington Moving process.
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• • Quiz Night @ The Office

    • 12 Nov 2019
    • Newtown Festival
    • Wednesdays 7pm – Free Entry
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• • Juniors 1108/07 - 12/08/07

    • 15 Aug 2007
    • Upper Hutt Hockey Club
    • 6 Asides Vs Hutt 2 Drew  2 – 2.
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    Hundreds Of Young People March To Call For Climate Action

    • 14 Apr 2024
    • Salient
    • Photo: Henry Broadbent ETHAN ROGACION (HE/HIM) Chants of “Toitū Te Tiriti”, “Free, free, Palestine”, and “Climate change has got to go”...
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    Chartwell Reserve Bioblitz

    • 1 Jan 2025
    • Ngaio Progressive Association
    • Entry is free, but you must register so the organisers know the numbers coming. Links to free tickets for the two events are below:
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    New Zealand's biggest urban eradication begins today

    • 8 Jul 2019
    • Predator Free Wellington
    • The country’s biggest urban predator eradication operation begins today as the Predator Free Wellington team begin installing 6,000 traps and bait stations in backyards across the Miramar Peninsula. Predator Free Wellington is a 10 year project aiming to make Wellington free of rats, possums and mustelids…
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    Miramar, Wellington, New Zealand (OpenStreetMap)
  
  

• • Umar Zakaria Trio – new date

    • 29 Sep 2021
    • Wellington Jazz Cooperative
    • COVID 2 Level 2 restriction apply.
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• • Reverse Consumerism: creating a circular economy through community resourcefulness

    • 11 Apr 2022
    • Local Making
    • Thursday 14 April 2022 5:30pm – 7pm Led by Waste Free Welly How would you imagine a Wellington that invests in a community resource recovery network? Hear Waste Free Welly's vision for a waste free city, and join us in the co-design for a community resource recovery network.
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• • Football Graded Finals Results

    • 29 Aug 2022
    • College Sport Wellington
    • Youth: Division 1 – Wellington College 2 Won 4-2 Penalties Division 2 – Silverstream 2 4-3 Division 3 – Tawa 2 2-1 Division 4 – Scots Y13 10-2 Division 5 – Silverstream 5 5-1 Division 6 – Kapiti 3 3-1 Division 7 – Upper Hutt Blue 4-2 Penalties Junior: Prem – HIBS 4-1 Division 1 […] The post Football Graded Finals Results appeared first on College Sport Wellington.
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    Silverstream, Upper Hutt, Upper Hutt City, Wellington, 5019, New Zealand (OpenStreetMap)
  
  
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    Stop Out vs BNU Pretenders 29th April 2012

    • 29 Apr 2012
    • Brooklyn Northern United AFC
    • Stop Out 2 - 2 BNU PretendersI'll be honest.
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    School Notices - 22 June 2020

    • 21 Jun 2020
    • Amesbury Drive School Blog
    • 2 weeks of school left in Term 2 .
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    Road Safety Expo

    • 11 Aug 2021
    • Onslow Residents Community Association
    • How to stay safe in Onslow The ORCA Road Safety Expo was postponed due to Covid and has been re-arranged to 7th November at 2:00pm in the Khandallah Town Hall, in Ganges Road, subject to Covid restrictions. This free event is an afternoon where you and your family can explore how to stay safe on … Continue reading Road Safety Expo
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    Hataitai Fundraising Quiz Night

    • 10 Apr 2019
    • Hataitai Community Website
    • HATAITAI SUNDAY QUIZ AT THE REALMSunday 5th May Quiz starts at 7pmCome from 6pm for a dinner special, $20 for a two course meal - pick from either 2 roasts or a vegetarian main; plus a dessertTickets $15 Teams 4-6 (max 8/team)Book early for the best tablesBring cash on the night for raffles and blue dots (free answer each round).
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• • Avenues and oases in the capital: wellington civic trust seminar saturday 18 october 2014

    • 2 Oct 2014
    • Newtown Residents' Association
    • Free Public Seminar On Saturday morning, 18 October, 9.
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• • Interclub Round 4

    • 30 Oct 2021
    • Victoria Bowling Club
    • 2 wins for every team today, the men’s quad were the MVPs, winning 2 out of 2. The Division 3…
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    Victoria Bowling Club, Rixon Grove, Mount Victoria, Wellington, Wellington City, Wellington, 6011, New Zealand (OpenStreetMap)