It has very few open areas in which to expand, and this has brought about the development of the suburban towns. $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. [188], Wellington is twinned with the following cities:[189], It also has historical ties with Chania, Greece; Harrogate, England; and anakkale, Turkey.[190]. Wellington offers a variety of college and university programs for tertiary students: Victoria University of Wellington has four campuses and works with a three-trimester system (beginning March, July, and November). Much of this land was subsequently reclaimed and is now part of the central business district. St. James Theatre on Courtenay Place, the main street of Wellington's entertainment district, Te Auaha, venue and performing arts school, Wellington, Te Whaea, venue and home to the New Zealand School of Dance and Toi Whakaari: NZ Drama School. Strong 6.6 earthquake hits Wellington, aftershocks "6.2 earthquake cuts power, phones, stops trains", "Quake: 'Hobbit' sculpture crashes down at N.Z. The public service rapidly expanded beyond the capacity of the building, with the first department leaving shortly after it was opened; by 1975 only the Education Department remained, and by 1990 the building was empty. 1,064 Sq. The Wellington area has numerous primary and secondary schools. [38], Legends recount that Kupe discovered and explored the region in about the 10th century. Wellington is a market town in rural Somerset, a county in the west of England, situated 7 miles (11 km) south west of Taunton in the Somerset West and Taunton district, near the border with Devon, which runs along the Blackdown Hills to the south of the town. There were 98,823 males and 103,911 females, giving a sex ratio of 0.95 males per female. [103] Wellington, FL | Official Website Apply, Pay, Register Meetings & Agendas Parks & Recreation Planning, Zoning & Building Utility Payments Wellington TV How can I? Wellington was originally the world's largest strawberry patch, the Flying Cow Ranch. If included as part of Wellington metro, Waikanae-Paraparaumu-Paekkriki would add 45,930 to the population (as of June 2022). The Waitangi Tribunal has found that at the time of the signing of the Treaty of Waitangi in 1840, Te Atiawa, Taranaki, Ngti Ruanui, Ngti Tama, and Ngti Toa held mana whenua interests in the area, through conquest and occupation. The median income was $41,800, compared with $31,800 nationally. All electorates are held by the governing Labour Party. Te Ngkau Civic Square is surrounded by the Town Hall and council offices, the Michael Fowler Centre, the Wellington Central Library, the City-to-Sea Bridge, and the City Gallery. 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. 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, FL | Official Website Apply, Pay, Register Meetings & Agendas Parks & Recreation Planning, Zoning & Building Utility Payments Wellington TV How can I? 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. Of the total population, 74,892 people (18.6%) were aged up to 15 years, 93,966 (23.4%) were 15 to 29, 185,052 (46.1%) were 30 to 64, and 47,952 (11.9%) were 65 or older. 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. More expensive properties declined more steeply, sometimes by as much as 20%. Wellington's median income is well above the average in New Zealand,[115] and the highest of all New Zealand cities. 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 a village just west of West Palm Beach in Palm Beach County and 66 mi (106 km) north of Miami. [129] The long-term domestic marketing strategy was a finalist in the 2011 CAANZ Media Awards. In the east is the Miramar Peninsula, connected to the rest of the city by a low-lying isthmus at Rongotai, the site of Wellington International Airport. [143], Filmmakers Sir Peter Jackson, Sir Richard Taylor and a growing team of creative professionals have turned the eastern suburb of Miramar into a film-making, post-production and special effects infrastructure centre, giving rise to the moniker 'Wellywood'. ", "M7 slow release earthquake under Wellington", "New Zealand's capital shaken by a magnitude 6.5 earthquake". 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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. Combined, these five services carry 11.64million passengers per year. In 2012 the group disbanded when some of its members moved to Australia. Te Whanganui-a-Tara refers to Wellington Harbour and means "the great harbour of Tara". [144][145] Jackson's companies include Weta Workshop, Weta Digital, Camperdown Studios, post-production house Park Road Post, and Stone Street Studios near Wellington Airport. Wellington suffered serious damage in a series of earthquakes in 1848[54] and from another earthquake in 1855. These counts are from the 2013 census for the Wellington region (which includes the surrounding area in addition to the four cities).[111]. SOLD JUN 24, 2022. Nearby homes similar to 1669 Wellington Rd have recently sold between $955K to $1,043K at an average of $645 per square foot. 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. [164] It enrolled 21,380 students in 2008; of these, 16,609 were full-time students. Wellington is a market town in Telford and Wrekin, Shropshire, England. [116] It has a much higher proportion of people with tertiary qualifications than the national average. Wellington is the third-largest city in New Zealand by metro area,[11] and is the administrative centre of the Wellington Region. The New Zealand Parliament relocated to the new capital city, having spent the first ten years of its existence in Auckland. Wellington's economy is primarily service-based, with an emphasis on finance, business services, government, and the film industry. [94] Futuna Chapel in Karori is an iconic building designed by Mori architect John Scott and is architecturally considered one of the most significant New Zealand buildings of the 20th century.[95]. [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. In a video posted to Twitter, OPP Const. People may identify with more than one ethnicity. Sacred Heart Cathedral is a Palladian Revival Basilica with the Portico of a Roman or Greek temple. Wellington is home to the New Zealand Academy of Fine Arts and the Arts Foundation of New Zealand. The University of Otago has a Wellington branch with its Wellington School of Medicine and Health. The site housed the original government departments in New Zealand. Wellington has many different architectural styles, such as classic Painted Ladies in Mount Victoria, Newtown and Oriental Bay, Wooden Art Deco houses spread throughout (especially further north in the Hutt Valley), the classic masonry buildings in Cuba Street, state houses particularly in the Hutt and Wellington's southern suburbs, railway houses in Ngaio and other railway-side suburbs, large modern buildings in the city centre (such as the distinctive skyscraper called the Majestic Centre) and grand Victorian buildings common in the inner city as well. There were 196,911 males and 204,936 females, giving a sex ratio of 0.961 males per female. It is the fifth largest municipality in Palm Beach County by population. There were 80 vessels booked for visits in the 2011/12 season estimated to inject more than NZ$31million into the economy and representing a 74% increase in the space of two years. WNTV1's main studios were in Waring Taylor Street in central Wellington and broadcast from a transmitter atop Mount Victoria. 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. 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. As of 2006, the village had a population of 55,584 according to the U.S. Census Bureau. [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. 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. Emerging Kiwi filmmakers, like Robert Sarkies, Taika Waititi, Costa Botes and Jennifer Bush-Daumec,[149] are extending the Wellington-based lineage and cinematic scope. [44], European settlement began with the arrival of an advance party of the New Zealand Company on the ship Tory on 20 September 1839, followed by 150 settlers on the Aurora on 22 January 1840. Between 1924 and 1968, the city's supply was supplemented by a coal-fired power station at Evans Bay.[177]. [69] The docks were closed for several weeks after the earthquake.[70]. The World of Wearable Arts (WOW) is an annual event that brings lots of visitors to Wellington every year.[142]. 48,633 people (28.6%) earned over $70,000 compared to 17.2% nationally. It was first measured in 2003, and reappeared in 2008 and 2013. VIDEO TOUR. [93] The tallest building is the Majestic Centre on Willis Street at 116 metres high, the second tallest being the structural expressionist Aon Centre (Wellington) at 103 metres. [146][147] Films shot partly or wholly in Wellington include the Lord of The Rings trilogy, King Kong and Avatar. Wellington is a market town in rural Somerset, a county in the west of England, situated 7 miles (11 km) south west of Taunton in the Somerset West and Taunton district, near the border with Devon, which runs along the Blackdown Hills to the south of the town. This section contains information about Wellington in reference to demographics, education, public safety, equestrian aspects and a number of attractions to visit in neighboring areas. 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. More than most cities, life is dominated by its central business district (CBD). Wellington is a village in Palm Beach County, Florida, United States. Early Childhood & Lower School [62], During July and August 2013 there were many earthquakes, mostly in Cook Strait near Seddon. It is also covered by two Mori electorates: Te Tai Hauuru, and Te Tai Tonga. 2 Beds. 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. [170], Bus transport in Wellington is supplied by several different operators under the banner of Metlink. Wellington was originally the world's largest strawberry patch, the Flying Cow Ranch. The Learning Connexion provides art classes. Wellington contains many iconic sculptures and structures, such as the Bucket Fountain in Cuba Street and Invisible City by Anton Parsons on Lambton Quay. In 1980, Televisions One and Two merged under a single company, Television New Zealand (TVNZ). Wellington is famous for his adaptive defensive style of warfare, resulting in several victories against numerically superior forces while minimising his own losses. [124], It has been argued that the construction of the Te Papa museum helped transform Wellington into a tourist destination. It lies on the shores and hills surrounding Wellington Harbour (Port Nicholson), an almost landlocked bay that is ranked among the worlds finest harbours. One of these is the Deluxe Expresso Bar that opened in 1988. Venues include St James' Theatre on Courtenay Place,[154] The Opera House on Manners Street and the Hannah Playhouse. Wellington is famous for his adaptive defensive style of warfare, resulting in several victories against numerically superior forces while minimising his own losses. Although some people objected to giving their religion, 53.2% had no religion, 31.4% were Christian, 3.7% were Hindu, 1.6% were Muslim, 1.7% were Buddhist and 3.3% had other religions. There were 74,841 households. [14], Wellington's current form was originally designed by Captain William Mein Smith, the first Surveyor General for Edward Wakefield's New Zealand Company, in 1840. At the same time, the Wellington studios moved to the new purpose-built Avalon Television Centre in Lower Hutt. Thus the Wellington settlement preceded the signing of the Treaty of Waitangi (on 6 February 1840). Wellington, FL | Official Website Apply, Pay, Register Meetings & Agendas Parks & Recreation Planning, Zoning & Building Utility Payments Wellington TV How can I? One long-distance service leaves from Wellington: the Capital Connection, for commuters from Palmerston North. [104] Housing costs have been identified making it difficult for some professions, like nurses, to afford to live in Wellington. Today, digital terrestrial television (Freeview) is available in the city, transmitting from Mount Kaukau plus three infill transmitters at Baxters Knob, Fitzherbert, and Haywards. Other notable buildings include Wellington Town Hall, Wellington railway station, Dominion Museum (now Massey University), Aon Centre (Wellington), Wellington Regional Stadium, and Wellington Airport at Rongotai. Inhabitants, particularly in high-rise buildings, typically notice several earthquakes every year. Across the road is the largest wooden building in the Southern Hemisphere,[96] part of the old Government Buildings which now houses part of Victoria University of Wellington's Law Faculty. The majority of television production moved to Auckland over the 1980s, culminating in the opening of TVNZ's new Auckland television centre in 1989. 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. [184][185], In May 2021, the Wellington City Council approved a 10 year plan that included expenditure of $2.7billion on water pipe maintenance and upgrades in Wellington city, and an additional $147 to $208 million for plant upgrades at the Moa Point wastewater treatment plant.[186]. 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. The total town population of Wellington was 25,554 in 2011, making it by far the largest of the borough towns and the third largest town in Shropshire if counting it [12] Wellington features a temperate maritime climate, and is the world's windiest city by average wind speed. [15] The Wellington urban area, which only includes urbanised areas within Wellington City, has a population of 212,000 as of June 2022. 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. In addition, there are a number of Wellington-based list MPs, who are elected via party lists. Wellington Electricity owns and operates the local distribution network. Wellington is part of the South Florida Metropolitan Statistical Area. The Waikanae-Paraparaumu-Paekkriki combined urban area in the Kapiti Coast district is sometimes included in the Wellington metro area[by whom?] 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%). [42] Before the 1820s, most of the inhabitants of the Wellington region were Whatonga's descendants. Wellington experienced a real estate boom in the early 2000s and the effects of the international property bust at the start of 2007. The summit of The Wrekin lies 3 miles southwest of the town. The city is home to experimental arts publication White Fungus. Mount Victoria rises 643 feet (196 metres) near the centre of the city. [187] In November 1969, WNTV1 was networked with its counterpart stations in Auckland, Christchurch and Dunedin to form NZBC TV. These include Otari-Wilton's Bush, dedicated to the protection and propagation of native plants. [36] However, the primary settlement of Wellington is said to have been executed by Tara, the son of Whatonga, a chief from the Mhia Peninsula, who told his son to travel south, to find more fertile lands to settle. Wellington International (formerly Palm Beach International Equestrian Center) is committed to revolutionizing equestrian sport and capturing the hearts of horse lovers. 1,064 Sq. It is the world's southernmost capital of a sovereign state. Wellington Management is one of the worlds leading independent asset managers. 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There are agencies to assist film-makers with tasks such as securing permits and scouting locations. 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. 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 largest international visitor market is Australia, with over 210,000 visitors spending approximately NZ$334million annually. Wellington is a village in Palm Beach County, Florida, United States. A Wellington City Council survey conducted in March 2009 found the typical central city apartment dweller was a New Zealand native aged 24 to 35 with a professional job in the downtown area, with household income higher than surrounding areas. It is situated 4 miles northwest of central Telford and 12 miles east of Shrewsbury. SOLD JUN 10, 2022. Until October 2017 there were nine trolleybus routes, all other buses running on diesel. [78], On 29 January 2019, the suburb of Kelburn (instruments near the Metservice building in the Wellington Botanic Garden) reached 30.3C (87F), the highest temperature since records began in 1927. 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. [14], Steps towards Pkeh (European) settlement in the area began in 1839, when Colonel William Wakefield arrived to purchase land for the New Zealand Company to sell to prospective British settlers. 1,064 Sq. The central business district (CBD) is close to Lambton Harbour, an arm of Wellington Harbour, which lies along an active geological fault, clearly evident on its straight western shore. [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. The drop-off will be available from Nov. 24 through Nov. 27. It has been used as a quarantine station for people and animals, and was an internment camp during World War I and World War II. We invite you to join us as we set new standards for all of our participants and guests in the coming years. [82], Wellington ranks 12th in the world for quality of living,[22] according to a 2014 study by consulting company Mercer; of cities in the AsiaPacific region, Wellington ranked third behind Auckland and Sydney (as of 2014[update]). 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. SOLD JUN 24, 2022. In the year to March 2018, Wellington Electricity disclosed the average customer spent just 55 minutes without power due to unplanned outages. Several hundred minor faults lines have been identified within the urban area. The land to the west of this rises abruptly, meaning that many suburbs sit high above the centre of the city. Learn more about our company USD 1 T+ Client assets under management (USD) [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. 18.4% of houses in Wellington City are sometimes or always mouldy and 24% are sometimes or always damp. The university has 1,930 full-time employees. [178], Wellington was one of the original nine towns and cities in New Zealand to be supplied with natural gas when the Kapuni gas field entered production in 1970, and a 260-kilometre-long (160mi) high-pressure pipeline from the field in Taranaki to the city was completed. As it is the capital city, there are many notable government buildings. The drop-off will be available from Nov. 24 through Nov. 27. VIDEO TOUR. Due to Wellington being the capital city of New Zealand, its residents are more likely to participate in politics compared to other cities in New Zealand.[16]. [168][169] Road access into the capital is constrained by the mountainous terrain between Wellington and the Kapiti Coast, SH 1 passes through the steep and narrow Wainui Saddle, nearby SH 59 travels along the Centennial Highway, a narrow section of road between the Paekkriki Escarpment and the Tasman Sea, and between Wellington and Wairarapa SH 2 transverses the Rimutaka Ranges on a similar narrow winding road. 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. [59][60], Every five years a year-long slow quake occurs beneath Wellington, stretching from Kapiti to the Marlborough Sounds. [46] Wellington's status as capital is a result of constitutional convention rather than statute. Wellington hosts shows in the annual New Zealand International Comedy Festival.[157]. Other visual art galleries include the City Gallery. Because of its location in the Roaring Forties and its exposure to the winds blowing through Cook Strait, Wellington is the world's windiest city, with an average wind speed of 27km/h (17mph). It is a conservation island, providing refuge for endangered species, much like Kapiti Island farther up the coast. $955,000 Last Sold Price. [14] Prior to this time, the Mori inhabitants had had contact with Pkeh whalers and traders. [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. Snow is very rare at low altitudes, although snow fell on the city and many other parts of the Wellington region during separate events on 25 July 2011 and 15 August 2011. While masonry and structural steel have subsequently been used in building construction, especially for office buildings, timber framing remains the primary structural component of almost all residential construction. [35] Here, it is said he had a notable impact on the area, with local mythology stating he named the two islands in the harbour after his daughters, Matiu (Somes Island), and Mkaro (Ward Island). Flights to other international destinations require a transfer at another airport, as aircraft range is limited by Wellington's short (2,081-metre or 6,827-foot) runway, which has become an issue in recent years in regards to the Wellington region's economic performance. 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Wellington Situated at the southern end of the North Island and nestled between green hills and a sparkling harbour, Wellington, New Zealand, is a little city with a big heart. It is the centre of New Zealand's film and special effects industries, and increasingly a hub for information technology and innovation,[17] with two public research universities. There is a network of bush walks and reserves maintained by the Wellington City Council and local volunteers. [16], Wellington became the capital city in place of Auckland, which William Hobson had made the capital in 1841. 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. For many years after the 1855 earthquake, the majority of buildings were made entirely from wood. 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. It has been traditionally acclaimed as New Zealand's "cultural and creative capital". 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 The drop-off will be available from Nov. 24 through Nov. 27. 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. The Executive Wing of New Zealand Parliament Buildings, on the corner of Lambton Quay and Molesworth Street, was constructed between 1969 and 1981 and is commonly referred to as the Beehive. 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. [122] New Zealanders make up the largest visitor market, with 3.6million visits each year; New Zealand visitors spend on average NZ$2.4million a day. In a video posted to Twitter, OPP Const. Wellington is served by 26 full-power radio stations: 17 on FM, four on AM, and five on both FM and AM. Wellington, one of the most successfully crafted communities in Palm Beach County, is the premier South Florida community known for its abundant parks, quality schools, attractive neighborhoods and equestrian interests. [47] A session of parliament officially met in the capital for the first time on 26 July 1865. [174], Wellington International Airport is 6 kilometres (3.7mi) south-east of the city centre. The 1942 Wairarapa earthquakes caused considerable damage in Wellington. [158][159] There are a few iconic cafes that started the obsession with coffee that Wellington has. Wellington has one of the country's highest turn-outs for the annual New Zealand International Film Festival. Wellington attracted more than 2.5 million visitors at a time when New Zealand's population was 1.6 million.[49]. On the east the Remutaka Range divides Wellington from the broad plains of the Wairarapa, a wine region of national notability. [138] Nascent influence is derived from Ethiopian migrants. It is the world's southernmost capital of a sovereign state. [28], In the Mori language, Wellington has three names. The New Zealand Parliament had first met in Wellington on 7 July 1862, on a temporary basis; in November 1863, the Prime Minister of New Zealand, Alfred Domett, placed a resolution before Parliament in Auckland that " it has become necessary that the seat of government should be transferred to some suitable locality in Cook Strait [region]." Mount Victoria rises 643 feet (196 metres) near the centre of the city. It is generally very windy all year round with high rainfall; average annual rainfall is 1,250mm (49in), June and July being the wettest months. Wellington, one of the most successfully crafted communities in Palm Beach County, is the premier South Florida community known for its abundant parks, quality schools, attractive neighborhoods and equestrian interests. [102], Since 2009, house prices in Wellington have increased significantly. 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. There are two other state highways in the wider region: State Highway 58 which provides a direct connection between the Hutt Valley and Porirua, and State Highway 59 which follows a coastal route between Linden and Mackays Crossing and was previously part of SH 1. [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. [193], This article is about the city in New Zealand. Wellington's capabilities are recognized by many of the largest and most reputable names in the insurance and reinsurance industry as offering the highest level of service solutions. Arts Programmes and Services Manager Eric Vaughn Holowacz and a small team based in the Abel Smith Street facility have produced ambitious initiatives such as Opening Notes, Drive by Art, and public art projects. We encourage you to take your time to learn more about Wellington. Traditionally, its central location meant it was the location of many head offices of various sectors particularly finance, technology and heavy industry many of which have since relocated to Auckland following economic deregulation and privatisation.[113][114]. The "three waters" drinking water, stormwater, and wastewater services for the Wellington metropolitan area are provided by five councils: Wellington City, Hutt, Upper Hutt and Porirua city councils, and the Greater Wellington Regional Council. 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. The annual children's Artsplash Festival brings together hundreds of students from across the region. [119], Tourism is a major contributor to the city's economy, injecting approximately NZ$1.3billion into the region annually and accounting for 9% of total FTE employment. [18][19][20] One of the world's most liveable cities, the 2021 Global Livability Ranking tied Wellington with Tokyo as fourth in the world. The metro area combines the urban areas of Wellington, Porirua, Lower Hutt and Upper Hutt. Wellington is a family oriented community with a variety of places to visit and enjoy. [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]. With a latitude of 41 17' South, Wellington is the southernmost capital city in the world. [128] In the decade to 2010, the city saw growth of over 60% in commercial guest nights. 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. The summit of The Wrekin lies 3 miles southwest of the town. Wellington, capital city, port, and major commercial centre of New Zealand, located in the extreme south of North Island. [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]. It has been promoted through a variety of campaigns and taglines, starting with the iconic Absolutely Positively Wellington advertisements. The trolleybus network was the last public system of its kind in the southern hemisphere. The Museum of Wellington City & Sea in the Bond Store is in the Second French Empire style, and the Wellington Harbour Board Wharf Office Building is in a late English Classical style. Wellington is at the south-western tip of the North Island on Cook Strait, separating the North and South Islands. Local ferries connect Wellington city centre with Eastbourne and Seatoun. It is situated 4 miles northwest of central Telford and 12 miles east of Shrewsbury. It is the world's southernmost capital of a sovereign state. In May 2021, the Real Estate Institute of New Zealand (REINZ) reported the median house price was $1,057,000 in Wellington City, $930,000 in Porirua, $873,500 in Lower Hutt and $828,000 in Upper Hutt, compared to a national median house price of $820,000. One of the founders of the settlement, Edward Jerningham Wakefield, reported that the settlers "took up the views of the directors with great cordiality and the new name was at once adopted". Wellington International (formerly Palm Beach International Equestrian Center) is committed to revolutionizing equestrian sport and capturing the hearts of horse lovers. [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. Wellington's cultural vibrance and diversity is well-known across the world. Jackson described Wellington: "Well, it's windy. In particular, Wellington is noted for is contributions to art, cuisine[141] and international filmmaking (with Avatar and The Lord of the Rings being largely produced in the city) among many other factors listed below. [173], Wellington is the North Island port for Cook Strait ferries to Picton in the South Island, provided by state-owned Interislander and private Bluebridge. Wellington is a family oriented community with a variety of places to visit and enjoy. The Government sector has long been a mainstay of the economy, which has typically risen and fallen with it. We invite you to join us as we set new standards for all of our participants and guests in the coming years. [127] The organisation's council funding comes through the Downtown Levy commercial rate. [180] Greater Wellington Regional Council now supplies Lower Hutt, Porirua, Upper Hutt and Wellington with up to 220 million litres a day. Wellington has two motorways: the JohnsonvillePorirua Motorway (largely part of SH 1, with the northernmost section part of SH 59) and the Wellington Urban Motorway (entirely part of SH 1), which in combination with a small non-motorway section in the Ngauranga Gorge connect Porirua with Wellington city. Nearby homes similar to 1669 Wellington Rd have recently sold between $955K to $1,043K at an average of $645 per square foot. VIDEO TOUR. Wellington is the third-largest city in New Zealand by metro area, and is the administrative centre of the Wellington Region. Wellington was originally the world's largest strawberry patch, the Flying Cow Ranch. He is regarded as one of the greatest defensive commanders of all time, and many of his tactics and battle plans are still studied in military academies around the world. The next most-common countries of origin were India (3.1%), mainland China (2.6%), Australia (2.0%), the Philippines (1.7%), the United States (1.5%) South Africa (1.2%).[90][91]. [165], Massey University has a Wellington campus known as the "creative campus" and offers courses in communication and business, engineering and technology, health and well-being, and creative arts. Cruise tourism is experiencing a major boom in line with nationwide development. Wellington Harbour ranks as one of New Zealand's chief seaports and serves both domestic and international shipping. Learn more about our company USD 1 T+ Client assets under management (USD) 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).
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