Wellington

Urban development - city to waterfront study (Wellington)

This page introduces the City to Waterfront study, commissioned in In February 2004 and carried out by Gehl Architects.
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Wellington - our sense of place

Building a future on what we treasure
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The Council is working to identify and enhance the qualities and characteristics that make Wellington special, including conservation of the city's built heritage.
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Urban design strategy (Wellington)

The Council's Draft Strategic Plan (April 1993) identifies Urban Design as one of the most pressing issues facing Wellington.
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Urban development - urban design (Wellington)

In accordance with the Council's Urban Design Strategy, Wellington urban design upgrades must address a number of key objectives, such as walkability and sense of place.
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Urban development - overview (Wellington)

In recent years Wellington has had relatively high population growth - an increase of 3,500 people each year since 2001.
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Heritage trails (Wellington)

The Council publishes several heritage trail brochures to increase awareness of the heritage issues in Wellington city.
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Walkways (Wellington)

Wellington city’s compactness makes walking an attractive alternative to seeing the city by car. There are five major walkways that cover the capital, from the inner city to the coast, and many parks in between.
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Parks and playgrounds - locations (Wellington)

There are 103 parks and playgrounds throughout Wellington city, ranging in size and play equipment. Some are classic swings-and-slides parks, while others have elaborate climbing frames.
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Parks and playgrounds - popular parks (Wellington)

Wellington is proud to have 109 parks and play areas. Of these, a handful stand out for their enduring popularity with Wellingtonians. They are enjoyed as much for their suitability as picnic spots as for their play equipment and open space.
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Pruning public trees (Wellington)

Council arborists plant and prune trees on road reserve and footpaths.
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About Us

Living Streets Aotearoa is the New Zealand organisation for people on foot, promoting walking-friendly communities. We are a nationwide organisation with local branches and affiliates throughout New Zealand.

We want more people walking and enjoying public spaces be they young or old, fast or slow, whether walking, sitting, commuting, shopping, between appointments, or out on the streets for exercise, for leisure or for pleasure.

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