New name proposed for inner-city area in Wellington, honouring return of kākā to the city
The new name, Paekāka, honouring the area's Māori history and revival of the native kākā parrot in the capital in recent years.
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The new name, Paekāka, honouring the area's Māori history and revival of the native kākā parrot in the capital in recent years.
Councillors make late decision to spend extra $106 million on cycleways as part of record 10-year capital investment that includes $2.7 billion to fix water pipes.
Good evening, Wellington. I’m Mandy Te, the evening reporter covering breaking news. Here’s the latest you need to know. We’ll back Tuesday morning with all the latest. 8.55pm: Late night road reminders State Highway 58 Paremata roundabout to Postgate Dr will be closed for four nights starting from 9pm tonight. Works will take place from 9pm to 4.30am. Motorists have been asked to detour via Whitby. State Highway 1 Mt Victoria Tunnel will be closed tonight from 9pm to 4.30am for maintenance. Drivers should make detours via Newtown or Oriental Parade. 7.20pm: State Highway 1 Urban Mot...
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