Andrew Little
@andrewlittlenz.bsky.social
Mayor of Wellington | Authorised by Andrew Little, [email protected]
It's a huge weekend in Wellington. Get amongst it! π
November 21, 2025 at 3:57 AM
It's a huge weekend in Wellington. Get amongst it! π
with the town hall and sludge plant. A review will give Wellingtonians a clear set of facts as a serious basis to get on with improving the inner city n/n ππ·πΆ
November 20, 2025 at 4:36 AM
with the town hall and sludge plant. A review will give Wellingtonians a clear set of facts as a serious basis to get on with improving the inner city n/n ππ·πΆ
We must address the issues in town, particularly around Courtenay Place, so people can enjoy the city and get around safely. And Wellingtonians canβt afford the rates rises of recent years, exacerbated by poor capital management by council like the blow outs 2/n
November 20, 2025 at 4:26 AM
We must address the issues in town, particularly around Courtenay Place, so people can enjoy the city and get around safely. And Wellingtonians canβt afford the rates rises of recent years, exacerbated by poor capital management by council like the blow outs 2/n
At its first proper meeting today, the new Council has voted for a limited review to ensure we have a good grip on the costs and risks of the Golden Mile project. I support the objectives of the Golden Mile project, and thatβs why I pledged a review 1/n
November 20, 2025 at 4:26 AM
At its first proper meeting today, the new Council has voted for a limited review to ensure we have a good grip on the costs and risks of the Golden Mile project. I support the objectives of the Golden Mile project, and thatβs why I pledged a review 1/n
I'll be watching progress closely to ensure the changes deliver maximum benefits for Wellington, and that disruption on the waterfront is carefully managed
November 19, 2025 at 2:36 AM
I'll be watching progress closely to ensure the changes deliver maximum benefits for Wellington, and that disruption on the waterfront is carefully managed
π£π£π£ ANNOUNCEMENT: More investment for Wellington! The government's announcement of some upgrades to the Wellington Interislander dock, along with confirming the two new rail-enabled ferries, will cement Wellington's role as the main sea connection to the South Island for decades to come π³οΈ
November 19, 2025 at 2:32 AM
π£π£π£ ANNOUNCEMENT: More investment for Wellington! The government's announcement of some upgrades to the Wellington Interislander dock, along with confirming the two new rail-enabled ferries, will cement Wellington's role as the main sea connection to the South Island for decades to come π³οΈ
Our city has not received our fair share in recent years across all modes. This is a central government proposal related to SH1. I'm committed to better public transport and one of the ways I'll be advocating for that is through getting a Regional Deal for Wellington.
November 17, 2025 at 9:56 AM
Our city has not received our fair share in recent years across all modes. This is a central government proposal related to SH1. I'm committed to better public transport and one of the ways I'll be advocating for that is through getting a Regional Deal for Wellington.
It was such a treat to welcome the Special Olympics flame to Wellington on Saturday and mark the countdown to the 2026 National Summer Games. Go the Wellington team and all our special olympians! π©·
November 17, 2025 at 8:22 AM
It was such a treat to welcome the Special Olympics flame to Wellington on Saturday and mark the countdown to the 2026 National Summer Games. Go the Wellington team and all our special olympians! π©·
Community engagement sessions:
23 Nov, 8am-12pm, Harbourside Markets
26 Nov 3pm-7pm, St Joseph's Mt Vic
29 Nov 9am-1pm, ToitΕ« PΕneke Kilbirnie
1 Dec 1pm-5pm, Thistle Hall Te Aro
3 Dec 3pm-7pm, Anglican-Methodist All Saints, Hataitai
6 Dec 2pm-5pm, Mt Cook School Gym
23 Nov, 8am-12pm, Harbourside Markets
26 Nov 3pm-7pm, St Joseph's Mt Vic
29 Nov 9am-1pm, ToitΕ« PΕneke Kilbirnie
1 Dec 1pm-5pm, Thistle Hall Te Aro
3 Dec 3pm-7pm, Anglican-Methodist All Saints, Hataitai
6 Dec 2pm-5pm, Mt Cook School Gym
November 17, 2025 at 7:41 AM
Community engagement sessions:
23 Nov, 8am-12pm, Harbourside Markets
26 Nov 3pm-7pm, St Joseph's Mt Vic
29 Nov 9am-1pm, ToitΕ« PΕneke Kilbirnie
1 Dec 1pm-5pm, Thistle Hall Te Aro
3 Dec 3pm-7pm, Anglican-Methodist All Saints, Hataitai
6 Dec 2pm-5pm, Mt Cook School Gym
23 Nov, 8am-12pm, Harbourside Markets
26 Nov 3pm-7pm, St Joseph's Mt Vic
29 Nov 9am-1pm, ToitΕ« PΕneke Kilbirnie
1 Dec 1pm-5pm, Thistle Hall Te Aro
3 Dec 3pm-7pm, Anglican-Methodist All Saints, Hataitai
6 Dec 2pm-5pm, Mt Cook School Gym
π Here's more information and links to have your say: nzta.govt.nz/projects/sh1...
SH1 Wellington improvements | NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi
This Road of National Significance project will create efficient and reliable journeys through Wellington City, supporting productivity gains and economic growth across the region.
nzta.govt.nz
November 17, 2025 at 7:36 AM
π Here's more information and links to have your say: nzta.govt.nz/projects/sh1...
π Here's a really good summary of the proposal: nzta.govt.nz/assets/proje...
nzta.govt.nz
November 17, 2025 at 7:34 AM
π Here's a really good summary of the proposal: nzta.govt.nz/assets/proje...
The big news today is Waka Kotahi's announcement about doubling the Mt Vic and Terrace tunnels. Wellington hasn't gotten our fair share in recent years and I welcome the $3.8 billion investment. I also have some concerns, so I'm asking you to engage in the consultation now ππ£οΈ
November 17, 2025 at 7:34 AM
The big news today is Waka Kotahi's announcement about doubling the Mt Vic and Terrace tunnels. Wellington hasn't gotten our fair share in recent years and I welcome the $3.8 billion investment. I also have some concerns, so I'm asking you to engage in the consultation now ππ£οΈ
Iβm committed to Wellington City rebuilding a serious and professional relationship with central government, regardless of who is in power. I appreciated Local Govt Minister Simon Watts prioritising meeting with me, and weβve agreed to ongoing engagement to make things better for Wellingtonians π
November 10, 2025 at 6:44 AM
Iβm committed to Wellington City rebuilding a serious and professional relationship with central government, regardless of who is in power. I appreciated Local Govt Minister Simon Watts prioritising meeting with me, and weβve agreed to ongoing engagement to make things better for Wellingtonians π
It's been a week since the new Wellington City Council was sworn in and I'm getting stuck in π₯
November 9, 2025 at 5:45 AM
It's been a week since the new Wellington City Council was sworn in and I'm getting stuck in π₯
Go the Wellington Phoenix FC! And go the Football For All programme that supports children of refugees to join a club and have the necessary gear β½οΈππ€ - with Nureddin Abdurahman
November 8, 2025 at 6:47 AM
Go the Wellington Phoenix FC! And go the Football For All programme that supports children of refugees to join a club and have the necessary gear β½οΈππ€ - with Nureddin Abdurahman
Nothing like the local school fair to bring the community together. Each year the Island Bay School fair is the βofficial start of summerβ around here. Head down now and you might even catch a delicious whitebait fritter before theyβre gone π
November 7, 2025 at 10:12 PM
Nothing like the local school fair to bring the community together. Each year the Island Bay School fair is the βofficial start of summerβ around here. Head down now and you might even catch a delicious whitebait fritter before theyβre gone π
Everyone ok after the jolt?
November 6, 2025 at 8:30 AM
Everyone ok after the jolt?
π£π£π£ ANNOUNCEMENT π£π£π£ From tomorrow the temporary fencing around the waterfront is coming down
November 2, 2025 at 10:35 PM
π£π£π£ ANNOUNCEMENT π£π£π£ From tomorrow the temporary fencing around the waterfront is coming down
More π wellington.govt.nz/news-and-eve...
Capitalβs incoming Mayor announces Deputy and key committees
Wellingtonβs Mayor-elect Andrew Little has today announced his pick to be Deputy Mayor alongside his structure for Council committees for the new 2025-28 triennium.
wellington.govt.nz
October 28, 2025 at 11:16 PM
More π wellington.govt.nz/news-and-eve...
Iβve appointed @ponekeben.bsky.social as Wellingtonβs Deputy Mayor for the next 18 months. I know Benβs going to do a great job working with other Councillors ποΈπ€
October 28, 2025 at 11:05 PM
Iβve appointed @ponekeben.bsky.social as Wellingtonβs Deputy Mayor for the next 18 months. I know Benβs going to do a great job working with other Councillors ποΈπ€
It seems most of us have gotten through the worst of the weather, but there's still disruptions, and care is still needed. Thanks to everyone who heeded the warnings and checked in on vulnerable people in our community, the emergency workers, and the affected businesses π
October 23, 2025 at 5:57 AM
It seems most of us have gotten through the worst of the weather, but there's still disruptions, and care is still needed. Thanks to everyone who heeded the warnings and checked in on vulnerable people in our community, the emergency workers, and the affected businesses π
π΄ There's a red wind warning for Wellington. Keep safe, take care, and we'll get through this together. For the latest advice visit π wremo.nz
October 22, 2025 at 5:46 AM
π΄ There's a red wind warning for Wellington. Keep safe, take care, and we'll get through this together. For the latest advice visit π wremo.nz
I'm not wasting a minute of the countdown to being sworn in as Mayor. Here's my report card on the first week and what's coming next π₯
October 19, 2025 at 6:26 AM
I'm not wasting a minute of the countdown to being sworn in as Mayor. Here's my report card on the first week and what's coming next π₯
When you do an honest dayβs work the least you should expect is to come home to your family at night. So many Wellingtonians have come out tonight to stand with Anna and Sonya for that principle at the premiere of βPike Riverβ and I really appreciate it β€οΈ
October 18, 2025 at 5:49 AM
When you do an honest dayβs work the least you should expect is to come home to your family at night. So many Wellingtonians have come out tonight to stand with Anna and Sonya for that principle at the premiere of βPike Riverβ and I really appreciate it β€οΈ
I won't be sworn in as Wellington Mayor until the end of the month, but my work to deliver serious leadership and real change at Council is already underway π
October 13, 2025 at 7:36 AM
I won't be sworn in as Wellington Mayor until the end of the month, but my work to deliver serious leadership and real change at Council is already underway π