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25 years of Summer Events!

The full programme is now available for Greater Wellington’s summer events in your regional parks.

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Kristine Zipfel 2022 Snorkel v2

Community Snorkel with Mountains to Sea Wellington

  • Date 21 Feb 2026
  • Location Whitireia Park, Porirua

Queen Elizabeth Park Open Day

  • Date 21 Feb 2026
  • Location Queen Elizabeth Park
  • Duration 4 hours

Finance, Risk and Audit Committee meeting

  • Date 24 Feb 2026
  • Location Taumata Kōrero - Council Chamber, Greater Wellington Regional Council, 100 Cuba St, Te Aro, Wellington