Transforming our city? Absolutely
Major infrastructure upgrades are needed to make our city a better place to live, work, and play. These essential investments will enable our city to grow and thrive.
We are reshaping Pōneke as a leader in climate action, seismic resilience, creativity and biodiversity.
Ngā Kaupapa i Pōneke
Projects in Pōneke
The below map of Wellington City shows major projects that are currently completed, in progress or in planning.
Ngā Kaupapa
Projects
Te Matapihi Ki te Ao Nui | Central Library
Te Matapihi is being reimagined as a library of the future - a place where everyone can find knowledge, connection, unique experiences, and sense of belonging.
Tākina Convention and Exhibition Centre
Tākina was created to attract international and domestic conferences and exhibitions to Wellington, and to provide a place from which to share the stories of the nation.
Te Aro Mahana playspace at Frank Kitts Park
The new Te Aro Mahana playspace and Whetuu Maarama waka are open for play and discovery at Frank Kitts Park on the waterfront.
Ngā Mahinga Huarahi me ngā Aukati
Road Works and Closures
Search for road works, projects and street events that may impact the streets of Wellington.
Ngā Karere Pai o Pōneke
Positively Pōneke News
An update on Wellington Water’s city projects
The team at Wellington Water is making significant progress in upgrading our capital's water infrastructure to ensure resilience and support future growth. Check out the latest updates on the city’s biggest water projects.
Civic Administration Building demolishment going smashingly
The team at LT McGuinness have been hard at work demolishing the Civic Administration Building (CAB), which was irreparably damaged in the 2016 Kaikoura earthquake.
Te Matapihi ki te Ao Nui construction: One year to go
The strengthening and modernising of the central library Te Matapihi ki te Ao Nui started in December 2022. Construction is planned for completion by the end of August 2025, followed by the fit-out phase, ahead of the public opening in early 2026. Find out more about where we are at with construction, with one year to go.
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