We need an overhaul on consultation
During the first months of this year, I haven’t been nearly as present on this blog as I’d like. I’ve … Continue reading We need an overhaul on consultation
Author: Benoit Pette
The CBD is emptying and it is a good thing
Recently, on the days when I come into the CBD, I am acutely aware of how I am dragging my … Continue reading The CBD is emptying and it is a good thing
A discussion with Mayoral candidate Tory Whanau
In October 2022, Wellingtonians will be asked to elect a new City Council and a new Mayor. In this new … Continue reading A discussion with Mayoral candidate Tory Whanau
Wellington in 2021: a look back
Over the past few months, I have extensively covered the airport and its greed-driven expansion plans at any cost, especially … Continue reading Wellington in 2021: a look back
Asbestos as an excuse
This article has been written by Tony Short (Taranaki Whanui, construction and architectural consultant, Miramar Peninsula resident, Shelly Bay occupation … Continue reading Asbestos as an excuse
Is WCC abandoning the community on the airport?
In a post earlier this year, I talked about Wellington Airport’s plan to expand over Miramar’s golf course. This week, … Continue reading Is WCC abandoning the community on the airport?
A story of David and Goliath
Earlier this year, WCC organised a public hearing about Wellington Airport’plans to expand over the Miramar golf course. Whether you … Continue reading A story of David and Goliath
Three interviews to understand a vision
A couple of months ago, I started a journey. In the beginning, there was a painting, a fresco almost. I … Continue reading Three interviews to understand a vision
We need to build a city without noise
COVID sucks. And with COVID comes lockdown. Lockdown sucks too, except for one thing: how it sounds. I love the … Continue reading We need to build a city without noise
A conversation with Sean Rush
Mid-July, I wrote an article called “A mid-term City Council assessment and the Eastern mega developments”. This piece was an opportunity to … Continue reading A conversation with Sean Rush
Inside Wellington 