SOLD JUN 24, 2022. Television broadcasts began in Wellington on 1 July 1961 with the launch of channel WNTV1, becoming the third New Zealand city (after Auckland and Christchurch) to receive regular television broadcasts. The Wellington area has numerous primary and secondary schools. There are a number of other film festivals hosted in Wellington such as Doc Edge (documentary),[151] the Japanese Film Festival[152] and Show Me Shorts (short films).[153]. [118] In addition, Wellington is an important centre of the New Zealand film and theatre industry, and second to Auckland in terms of numbers of screen industry businesses. Of those at least 15 years old, 74,922 (44.1%) people had a bachelor or higher degree, and 12,690 (7.5%) people had no formal qualifications. Wellington is home to the New Zealand Academy of Fine Arts and the Arts Foundation of New Zealand. While Wellington experiences regular strong winds, and only 63% of Wellington Electricity's network is underground, the city has a very reliable power supply. Wellington hosts shows in the annual New Zealand International Comedy Festival.[157]. The majority of television production moved to Auckland over the 1980s, culminating in the opening of TVNZ's new Auckland television centre in 1989. There are agencies to assist film-makers with tasks such as securing permits and scouting locations. Steep landforms shape and constrain much of Wellington city. Wellington is famous for his adaptive defensive style of warfare, resulting in several victories against numerically superior forces while minimising his own losses. Wellington Regional Medical Center is owned and operated by a subsidiary of Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS), a King of Prussia, PA-based company, that is one of the largest healthcare management companies in the nation. But it's actually a lovely place, where you're pretty much surrounded by water and the bay. The narrow entrance to the harbour is to the east of the Miramar Peninsula, and contains the dangerous shallows of Barrett Reef, where many ships have been wrecked (notably the inter-island ferry TEVWahine in 1968). Before European colonisation, the area in which the city of Wellington would eventually be founded was seasonally inhabited by indigenous Mori. There had been some concerns that the more populous South Island (where the goldfields were located) would choose to form a separate colony in the British Empire. Discover Wellington Surrounded by nature and fuelled by creative energy, Wellington is a compact city with a powerful mix of culture, history, nature and cuisine. [172], Four electrified suburban lines radiate from Wellington railway station to the outer suburbs to the north of Wellington the Johnsonville Line through the hillside suburbs north of central Wellington; the Kapiti Line along the NIMT to Waikanae on the Kapiti Coast via Porirua and Paraparaumu; the Melling Line to Lower Hutt via Petone; and the Hutt Valley Line along the Wairarapa Line via Waterloo and Tait to Upper Hutt. Within months that area proved swampy and flood-prone, and most of the newcomers transplanted their settlement across Wellington Harbour to Thorndon in the present-day site of Wellington city. In 1967, the Mount Victoria transmitter was replaced with a more powerful transmitter at Mount Kaukau. The four cities comprising the Wellington metropolitan area have a total population of 434,900 (June 2022),[9] with the urban area containing 98.5% of that population. It is the world's southernmost capital of a sovereign state. The site housed the original government departments in New Zealand. Wellington City had a population of 202,737 at the 2018 New Zealand census, an increase of 11,781 people (6.2%) since the 2013 census, and an increase of 23,271 people (13.0%) since the 2006 census. Wellington features a temperate maritime climate, and is the world's windiest city by average wind speed. Wellington International (formerly Palm Beach International Equestrian Center) is committed to revolutionizing equestrian sport and capturing the hearts of horse lovers. Jackson described Wellington: "Well, it's windy. The New Zealand Parliament relocated to the new capital city, having spent the first ten years of its existence in Auckland. [160] Wellington Restaurants offer cuisines including from Europe, Asia and Polynesia; for dishes that have a distinctly New Zealand style, there are lamb, pork and cervena (venison), salmon, crayfish (lobster), Bluff oysters, pua (abalone), mussels, scallops, pipis and tuatua (both New Zealand shellfish); kumara (sweet potato); kiwifruit and tamarillo; and pavlova, the national dessert.[161]. 1,064 Sq. due to its exurban nature and strong transport links with Wellington. At Wellington, preschoolers to seniors are given the freedom to delve into interests that spark their curiosity, all while building a solid academic foundation to power their next steps. A serious crash involving a tractor-trailer hauling a load of logs has closed an intersection in Wellington County just southwest of Arthur. To the north stretch the golden beaches of the Kapiti Coast. The legendary Polynesian explorer Kupe, a chief from Hawaiki (the homeland of Polynesian explorers, of unconfirmed geographical location, not to be confused with Hawaii), was said to have stayed in the harbour from c. Kinetic sculptures have been commissioned, such as the Zephyrometer. Percentages add up to more than 100% as people may select more than one language. From 1936 to 1992 Wellington was home to the National Art Gallery of New Zealand, when it was amalgamated into Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa. These counts are from the 2013 census for the Wellington region (which includes the surrounding area in addition to the four cities).[111]. The city is home to two large wind farms, West Wind and Mill Creek, which combined contribute up to 213MW of electricity to the city and the national grid. VIDEO TOUR. Welcome to Wellington Wellington in summer is full of incredible events and festivals, thirst-quenching craft beer, delicious kai, and unforgettable days by the beach Wellington Advent Calendar 2022 In a recent interview with Institutional Investor, Wellingtons Mark Sullivan shares his take on how alternatives could be an important investment strategy for investors dealing with inflation and geopolitical The hottest recorded temperature in the city is 31.1C (88F) recorded on 20 February 1896[citation needed], while 1.9C (29F) is the coldest. SOLD JUN 24, 2022. Wellington suffered serious damage in a series of earthquakes in 1848[54] and from another earthquake in 1855. Residents place their confidence in good building regulations, which became more stringent in the 20th century. The Learning Connexion provides art classes. It lies on the shores and hills surrounding Wellington Harbour (Port Nicholson), an almost landlocked bay that is ranked among the worlds finest harbours. Industry has developed mainly in the Hutt Valley, where there are food-processing plants, engineering industries, vehicle assembly and oil refineries.[52]. 925. Wellington is at the south-western tip of the North Island on Cook Strait, separating the North and South Islands. English is the most spoken language (96.0%) followed by French (3.2%), Te Reo Mori (2.2%), Mandarin (2.0%) and German (2.0%). The New Zealand School of Music was established in 2005 through a merger of the conservatory and theory programmes at Massey University and Victoria University of Wellington. Wellington is a village in Palm Beach County, Florida, United States. The port handles approximately 10.5 million tonnes of cargo on an annual basis,[112] importing petroleum products, motor vehicles, minerals and exporting meats, wood products, dairy products, wool, and fruit. We invite you to join us as we set new standards for all of our participants and guests in the coming years. Since our foundation in 1928, we have expanded from our headquarters in Boston to the main international and Asian financial centres, providing clients with local knowledge and global expertise. 1 Bath. As of 2006, the village had a population of 55,584 according to the U.S. Census Bureau. Early Childhood & Lower School In 2005, the market was described as "robust". [116] It has a much higher proportion of people with tertiary qualifications than the national average. Today, Wellington city is supplied from four Transpower substations: Takapu Road, Kaiwharawhara, Wilton, and Central Park (Mount Cook). The Government Buildings were constructed at Lambton Quay in 1876. Cruise tourism is experiencing a major boom in line with nationwide development. Thus the Wellington settlement preceded the signing of the Treaty of Waitangi (on 6 February 1840). [170], Bus transport in Wellington is supplied by several different operators under the banner of Metlink. Ft. 1170 S Lucerne Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90019. The remaining areas are largely mountainous and sparsely farmed or parkland and are outside the urban area boundary. As of 2019, the city had a population of 65,398 according to U.S. Census Bureau [12] estimates, making it the most populous village in the state. [164] It enrolled 21,380 students in 2008; of these, 16,609 were full-time students. Welcome to Wellington Wellington in summer is full of incredible events and festivals, thirst-quenching craft beer, delicious kai, and unforgettable days by the beach Wellington Advent Calendar 2022 If included as part of Wellington metro, Waikanae-Paraparaumu-Paekkriki would add 45,930 to the population (as of June 2022). [125] Wellington is marketed as the 'coolest little capital in the world' by Positively Wellington Tourism, an award-winning regional tourism organisation[126] set up as a council controlled organisation by Wellington City Council in 1997. [28], In the Mori language, Wellington has three names. [109] Three-quarters (73%) walked to work or university, 13% travelled by car, 6% by bus, 2% bicycled (although 31% own bicycles), and did not travel very far since 73% worked or studied in the central city. Notable hills in and around Wellington include: Averaging 2,055 hours of sunshine per year, the climate of Wellington is temperate marine, (Kppen: Cfb), generally moderate all year round with warm summers and mild winters, and rarely sees temperatures above 30C (86F) or below 4C (39F). [34] Te Upoko-o-te-Ika-a-Mui is another, meaning 'The Head of the Fish of Mui' (often shortened to Te Upoko-o-te-Ika), a traditional name for the southernmost part of the North Island, deriving from the legend of the fishing up of the island by the demi-god Mui. Wellington Insurance Group is a Texas-based risk distribution and financial services organization specializing in the delivery and administration of residential property insurance. Wellington is part of the South Florida Metropolitan Statistical Area. It is a conservation island, providing refuge for endangered species, much like Kapiti Island farther up the coast. Its school of design was established in 1886 and has research centres for studying public health, sleep, Mori health, small & medium enterprises, disasters, and tertiary teaching excellence. 18.4% of houses in Wellington City are sometimes or always mouldy and 24% are sometimes or always damp. The 1942 Wairarapa earthquakes caused considerable damage in Wellington. Wellington is home to many cultural institutions, including Te Papa (the Museum of New Zealand), the National Library of New Zealand, Archives New Zealand, Wellington Museum (formerly the Wellington Museum of City and Sea), the Katherine Mansfield House and Garden (formerly Katherine Mansfield Birthplace), Colonial Cottage, the Wellington Cable Car Museum, the Reserve Bank Museum, Old St Paul's, the National War Memorial[16] Ng Taonga Sound and Vision, Capital E children's playspace and the Wellington City Gallery. Wellington Electricity owns and operates the local distribution network. The summit of The Wrekin lies 3 miles southwest of the town. [98] This 26-metre orange spike built for movement by artist Phil Price has been described as "tall, soaring and elegantly simple", which "reflects the swaying of the yacht masts in the Evans Bay Marina behind it" and "moves like the needle on the dial of a nautical instrument, measuring the speed of the sea or wind or vessel."[99]. Wellington attracted more than 2.5 million visitors at a time when New Zealand's population was 1.6 million.[49]. The Town of Wellington is helping inform residents and businesses about the Colorado Carryout Bag Fee, effective January 1, 2023 Read on Holiday Cooking Fat, Oil, and Grease Drop Off The Town of Wellington will offer a FREE cooking oil drop-off at 4021 Grant Ave, Wellington, CO 80549. [84], In addition to governmental institutions, Wellington accommodates several of the nation's largest and oldest cultural institutions, such as the National Archives, the National Library, New Zealand's national museum, Te Papa and numerous theatres. It has been promoted through a variety of campaigns and taglines, starting with the iconic Absolutely Positively Wellington advertisements. Wellington, FL | Official Website Apply, Pay, Register Meetings & Agendas Parks & Recreation Planning, Zoning & Building Utility Payments Wellington TV How can I? As of 2019, the city had a population of 65,398 according to U.S. Census Bureau [12] estimates, making it the most populous village in the state. 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[171], Wellington lies at the southern end of the North Island Main Trunk railway (NIMT) and the Wairarapa Line, converging on Wellington railway station at the northern end of central Wellington. Wellington, capital city, port, and major commercial centre of New Zealand, located in the extreme south of North Island. [146][147] Films shot partly or wholly in Wellington include the Lord of The Rings trilogy, King Kong and Avatar. $955,000 Last Sold Price. [65][66], At two minutes after midnight on Monday 14 November 2016, the 7.8 magnitude Kaikoura earthquake, which was centred between Culverden and Kaikoura in the South Island, caused the Wellington CBD, Victoria University of Wellington, and the Wellington suburban rail network to be largely closed for the day to allow inspections. One of these is the Deluxe Expresso Bar that opened in 1988. [14] However, these groups were eventually forced out of Te Whanganui-a-Tara by a series of migrations other iwi (Mori tribes) from the north. Wellington Management is one of the worlds leading independent asset managers. [192], The four urban areas combined had a usual resident population of 401,850 at the 2018 New Zealand census, an increase of 26,307 people (7.0%) since the 2013 census, and an increase of 42,726 people (11.9%) since the 2006 census. The Town of Wellington is helping inform residents and businesses about the Colorado Carryout Bag Fee, effective January 1, 2023 Read on Holiday Cooking Fat, Oil, and Grease Drop Off The Town of Wellington will offer a FREE cooking oil drop-off at 4021 Grant Ave, Wellington, CO 80549. Subsequently, a number of recent buildings were demolished rather than being rebuilt, often a decision made by the insurer. Several commissioners (delegates) invited from Australia, chosen for their neutral status, declared that the city was a suitable location because of its central location in New Zealand and its good harbour; it was believed that the whole Royal Navy fleet could fit into the harbour. [175][176], Wellington's first public electricity supply was established in 1904, alongside the introduction of electric trams, and was originally supplied at 105volts 80hertz. Local ferries connect Wellington city centre with Eastbourne and Seatoun. [123] There are approximately 540,000 international visitors each year, who spend 3.7million nights and NZ$436million. [9], Featherston and Greytown in the Wairarapa are rarely considered part of the Wellington metropolitan area, being physically separated from the rest of the metropolitan area by the Remutaka Range. 2 Beds. It is the world's southernmost capital of a sovereign state. There is a network of bush walks and reserves maintained by the Wellington City Council and local volunteers. The area has high seismic activity even by New Zealand standards, with a major fault, the Wellington Fault, running through the centre of the city and several others nearby. [82] The most common overseas birthplace is England, place of origin of 6.2% of the urban area's population. Approximately 62,000 people work in the CBD, only 4,000 fewer than work in Auckland's CBD, despite that city having four times the population. Explore. [102] In the middle of 2009 house prices had dropped, interest rates were low, and buy-to-let property investment was again looking attractive, particularly in the Lambton precinct, according to these two reporters. The conversion to the now-standard 230/400volts 50hertz began in 1925, the same year the city was connected to the Mangahao hydroelectric scheme. [109] The large majority (88%) did not have children in their apartments; 39% were couples without children; 32% were single-person households; 15% were groups of people flatting together. In 1975, the NZBC was broken up with Wellington and Dunedin studios taking over NZBC TV as Television One while Auckland and Christchurch studios launched Television Two. [124], It has been argued that the construction of the Te Papa museum helped transform Wellington into a tourist destination. [132], Wellington's culture has been befamed across the world since the 1990s for being notably "cool", incongruous and influential given the city's relatively small size (near half a million). Wellington, capital city, port, and major commercial centre of New Zealand, located in the extreme south of North Island. 1 Bath. It caused vertical movements of two to three metres over a large area, including raising land out of the harbour and turning it into a tidal swamp. Many of New Zealand's prominent comedians have either come from Wellington or got their start there, such as Ginette McDonald ("Lyn of Tawa"), Raybon Kan, Dai Henwood, Ben Hurley, Steve Wrigley, Guy Williams, the Flight of the Conchords and the satirist John Clarke ("Fred Dagg"). Explore. In 1951, following the recommendations of Arthur William Glisson (known to all in Wellington as "Bink" Glisson), Charles Oliver Wellington assembled Wellington is the third-largest city in New Zealand by metro area, and is the administrative centre of the Wellington Region. Ft. 1170 S Lucerne Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90019. [133][134][135] The city is known for its coffee scene, with now-globally common foods and drinks such as the flat white perfected here. [35], In New Zealand Sign Language, the name is signed by raising the index, middle and ring fingers of one hand, palm forward, to form a "W", and shaking it slightly from side to side twice. [15] The Wellington urban area, which only includes urbanised areas within Wellington City, has a population of 212,000 as of June 2022. More expensive properties declined more steeply, sometimes by as much as 20%. We invite you to join us as we set new standards for all of our participants and guests in the coming years. The largest international visitor market is Australia, with over 210,000 visitors spending approximately NZ$334million annually. [39], Wellington and its environs have been occupied by various Mori groups from the 12th century. In a video posted to Twitter, OPP Const. Choose an option below: Pay Apply Find Report a Problem Garbage Collection Business Licenses Code Violations Parking Tickets Permit Fees Water Bills Opportunities for Public Engagement New Zealand Symphony Orchestra, Nevine String Quartet and Chamber music New Zealand are based in Wellington. People may identify with more than one ethnicity. [85] Wellington also has many events such as CubaDupa, the Newtown Festival, Diwali Festival of Lights and Gardens Magic at the Botanical Gardens.[86][87][88]. The 2010/11 season saw 125,000 passengers and crew visit on 60 liners. Premier House (built in 1843 for Wellington's first mayor, George Hunter), the official residence of the prime minister, is in Thorndon on Tinakori Road. Wellington International (formerly Palm Beach International Equestrian Center) is committed to revolutionizing equestrian sport and capturing the hearts of horse lovers. It is situated 4 miles northwest of central Telford and 12 miles east of Shrewsbury. The oldest building is the 1858 Nairn Street Cottage in Mount Cook. The median age was 34.1 years (compared with 37.4 years nationally), with 32,856 people (16.2%) aged under 15 years, 54,999 (27.1%) aged 15 to 29, 93,669 (46.2%) aged 30 to 64, and 21,213 (10.5%) aged 65 or older. Since our foundation in 1928, we have expanded from our headquarters in Boston to the main international and Asian financial centres, providing clients with local knowledge and global expertise. [188], Wellington is twinned with the following cities:[189], It also has historical ties with Chania, Greece; Harrogate, England; and anakkale, Turkey.[190]. For the British statesman, see, 5016, 5028, 6011, 6012, 6021, 6022, 6023, 6035, 6037, 6972. Despite the high cost of housing in the capital, the quality of housing in Wellington has been criticised as being poor. [105][106] The median rent in Wellington has also increased significantly in recent years to $600 per week, higher even than Auckland.[107]. Other visual art galleries include the City Gallery. These include Otari-Wilton's Bush, dedicated to the protection and propagation of native plants. Wellington features a temperate maritime climate, and is the world's windiest city by average wind speed. 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