This week, Kings Wharf was mooted as one of two possible sites for a new ferry terminal. It’s also been proposed as the best site for a new indoor concert arena. LINDSAY SHELTON of Wellington.Scoop looks at the options. Only six days after the Regional Council announced that Kings Wharf had been chosen as one of …
All Cook Strait ferries could share one multi-user terminal if a new plan is adopted. Now-retired Cook Strait ferry Arahura loading at the Kaiwharawhara terminal. Photo by John Markos O’Neill A joint programme has been established by Greater Wellington Regional Council to examine the best options for a new ferry terminal in Wellington. As well as …
This daily feature lists a selection of Wellington events today that are free or cost less than $20.00 (usually). You may want to check previous entries for recurring events. And there are many more options in the What’s On, Active/To Do, and Community sections of The Wellington App. Joy is… Christmas at Capital E (4 …
This weekly feature lists a selection of Wellington events accessible this weekend for $20.00 or less (and ideally free). You may want to check previous high five posts for recurring events. And there are many more options in the What’s On, Active/To Do, and Community sections of The Wellington App. Lambton Quay is closed to …
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Much-loved historic wharfs are in need of urgent repairs, say council officers. RNZ story by reporter Laura Dooney @ljdooney [email protected] The East by West ferry still uses the Seatoun wharf which needs repairs. Photo: RNZ / Alexander Robertson Officers are asking the council to sign off on $4 million over 10 years to fix the wharfs. They would …
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A famous explorer who’s been dead for 240 years was resurrected yesterday, leading a walking tour down Taranaki Street and across the waterfront. Story and photos by Mark Cubey Next year marks the 250th anniversary of the arrival in New Zealand of Captain James Cook on HMS Endeavour. To commemorate the anniversary, Tom Clarke and …
Metlink advise that adverse weather conditions have forced a restricted timetable for ferry harbour sailings this afternoon. Ferries will depart Queens Wharf at 4:30pm, 5:30pm and 6:30pm, and from Days Bay Wharf at 4:55pm, 6:00pm and 6:55pm. There will be no sailings in or out of Seatoun this afternoon. Metlink apologises for any inconvenience caused.
Metlink advise that the weather conditions this morning (Wednesday 5th September) have restricted Harbour Ferry sailings to the following timetable: Departing Queens Wharf: 7.15am, 8.20am Departing Days Bay Wharf: 7.45am, 8.45am This means there will be no sailings in or out of Seatoun this morning. Metlink apologise for any inconvenience.