Should Wellington City merge with other councils?
Wellington City Council is asking whether it should join a regional proposal to replace existing councils with one or more unitary authorities.
- Closing date
- 19 July 2026
- Added to Civics
- 11 July 2026
- Source category
- Local government
- Source body
- Wellington City Council
- Last checked
- 11 July 2026
Closes in 8 days
Plain-English summary
Wellington City Council is working with other councils on a possible "Head Start" proposal for local-government reorganisation in the region. The Government's process could replace regional, city and district councils with one or more unitary authorities that combine local and regional functions.
The survey asks for residents' views before the Mayor and councillors decide whether Wellington City should join a regional proposal. Detailed design and further consultation would follow if the Government accepts a proposal in principle.
Why it matters
A unitary authority would combine city or district council functions with regional council responsibilities.
Feedback will inform whether Wellington City Council joins a fast-tracked regional reorganisation proposal.
Who may care
- Wellington residents, ratepayers, businesses and community organisations
- People who use council and regional services across greater Wellington
How to make a submission
- Read the background information and complete the online survey.
- Submit the survey by 11:59pm on 19 July 2026.
Disclaimer
Civics.nz is an independent plain-English guide and is not an official government website. Always check the official source before making a submission.