9 December HCC response to threatened proceedings by FSU in respect of Hutt News insert We can confirm the Free Speech Union has indicated it will commence legal proceedings today (Monday 9 December) regarding a matter that occurred in February 2024 which was widely reported.
4 December Hundreds welcome the opening of Te Ngaengae at dawn ceremony The beautiful sound of waiata ā-ringa sung by local tamariki filled the early morning silence in Naenae today as part of the blessing ceremony for the new Te Ngaengae Pool + Fitness.
26 November Hutt City Council looks to harness the power of AI Hutt City Council is taking bold steps to harness the power of artificial intelligence (AI) and position itself as a leader in the responsible use of the technology in New Zealand.
22 November Te Ngaengae Pool + Fitness achieves sustainability first Te Ngaengae Pool + Fitness, a new community facility in Lower Hutt, is New Zealand’s first aquatic facility to be awarded a prestigious sustainability rating.
21 November Hutt City Council adopts new approach to deliver key infrastructure projects Hutt City Council has made a strategic decision to change its approach to delivering key projects within Te Wai Takamori o Te Awa Kairangi (RiverLink) programme, stepping away from the existing Alliance delivery model.
20 November Swim City turns 35 as Lower Hutt dives into a new era for its swimming pools In 1989, Swim City was a new initiative offering swimming lessons in Lower Hutt’s public pools. Fast forward 35 years and it’s still leaving other swim programmes in its wake.
19 November Accessibility for all at Te Ngaengae Pool and Fitness Te Ngaengae Pool + Fitness is designed for universal access, so everyone can access its fun features – regardless of their abilities.
11 November Youngsters give input into the future of Moerā Reserve A group of five Lower Hutt youngsters, with a combined age of 29, were amongst those who provided feedback on what they think should be included in a revamped Moerā Reserve.
8 November Record number of people complete Annual Resident Satisfaction Survey A record number of Lower Hutt residents have told Council what they think of the city in the annual Resident Satisfaction Survey.
31 October Update on Ricoh Sports Centre Update on the procurement process to find a new operator for the Ricoh Sports Centre at Fraser Park.
15 October Sustainability ripples through the design of Te Ngaengae pool Te Ngaengae Pool and Fitness aims to be New Zealand’s most sustainable pool when it opens in early December, through massively reduced carbon emissions and lower energy use.
14 October Scenic walking spots for you and your four-legged friend With the warmer weather welcoming us, it’s the perfect time to explore and appreciate the stunning nature that surrounds Te Awa Kairangi ki Tai Lower Hutt.
