Councillors vote to support Shelly Bay
Mayor Andy Foster has described the decision to support Shelly Bay as a "sad" day for the city.
Wellington City councillors have agreed to sell and lease land for the $500 million Shelly Bay development on the Miramar Peninsiula.
Wellington City councillors have given the green light to the controversial Shelly Bay redevelopment, voting 9-6 after an eight-hour-long marathon session in favour of allowing the project to proceed.
The decision is a major blow for Wellington mayor Andy Foster, who centred his election campaign last year on stopping the $500 million development on the Miramar Peninsula, and to the film mogul and local Sir Peter Jackson, who supported him.
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Poll: Is it rude to talk on the phone on a bus?
Buses can be a relaxing way to get home if you have a seat and enough space. However, it can be off-putting when someone is taking a phone call next to you.
Do you think it's inconsiderate for people to have lengthy phone calls on a bus? Vote in the poll, and add your comments below.
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64.6% Yes
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32.9% No
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2.5% Other - I'll share below
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Casual summer work available
We have a few opportunities for casual Catering Assistants to join our Interislander Production Kitchen in Kaiwharawhara over the summer months. No experience required – chance for young people to develop their skills and gain work experience. We can fit in with College or University dates.
Send your CV to sarah.knowles@kiwirail.co.nz by COB, Wednesday 13 November.
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