Wellington Council

Politics

Fauono Ken Laban: First Pacific candidate for Lower Hutt city race

The Sāmoan community leader, running for mayor, vows to bring people together and focus on key issues.

Mary Afemata, Local Democracy ReporterTue, 01 Jul

Politics

Super-council plan for Porirua: Pacific leaders weigh in on referendum

While the mayor stresses a need for modernisation, Pasifika call for equitable engagement to ensure all voices are heard in the decision-making process.

Mary Afemata, Local Democracy ReporterSat, 31 May

Language & Culture •

Cook Islands

‘Hard mahi ahead’: The fight to keep Fale Malae's dream alive

The Government’s unexpected funding cut to Wellington’s Fale Malae has put pressure on the future of the Pacific project.

'Alakihihifo VailalaTue, 27 May

Opinion •

Aotearoa New Zealand

Will’s Word: Tory Whanau showed leadership to the end

Backing out of the Wellington mayoral race to avoid a Greens-Labour war isn’t quitting, it’s putting Wellington first.

William TeriteTue, 29 Apr

Politics

Andrew Little: Rate hikes signal council disconnect, vows grounded leadership

As he campaigns for mayor, the former Labour leader focuses on practical solutions to restore community engagement and support local businesses.

Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uTue, 22 Apr

Opinion •

Aotearoa New Zealand

Will’s Word: Wellington’s mayoral race is pure political theatre

Three visions, one big October decision, from Little’s fix-it-later pitch, Whanau’s Golden Mile push to Chung’s bold rates freeze.

William TeriteThu, 17 Apr

Politics

Wellington City Council faces criticism over rate increases and parking fees

Councillor Ray Chung has voiced concerns about the pressing issues in New Zealand’s capital city council.

'Alakihihifo VailalaTue, 17 Dec

Politics

Wellington’s Pacific-inspired Fale Malae overcomes setbacks

The landmark project has received a vote of support and funding milestones as it moves towards obtaining resource consent.

Aui'a Vaimaila Leatinu'uTue, 03 Dec

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