Wellington City Council’s services and facilities will return to normal operations with contact tracing where necessary
as the country moves to Alert Level 1.
Following the Government announcement today, Alert Level 1 means most restrictions are lifted so everyone can return to
the new normal work, school and play – and Council is ready for it says Mayor Andy Foster.
“Our collective efforts mean we are now in the lucky position where we can resume an essentially normal life – getting
out and about, visiting friends and whānau, supporting local businesses, enjoying sports and recreation, going back to
the office, and travelling domestically.
“But we have to remember we remain in a global pandemic, and we are still required to maintain good hygiene processes
and keep track of our actions for contact tracing, so use QR codes and paper based systems where required, and stay home
if you’re not feeling well.
“We know Wellingtonians care a lot about recycling, repurposing and preloved items so will be very happy to hear the Tip
Shop will be back up and running in Level 1 this week – one person’s trash is another person’s treasure, but just
stagger your visits where possible so the team isn’t overwhelmed with donated items.
“Meanwhile the Harbourside Market is set to return to the waterfront this Sunday. This must-do on the Capital calendar
is as much a place to get the groceries each week, as it is a social activity and community hub in the city.
“To celebrate Level 1 tomorrow, some churches in the Capital will ring their bells at 12.30pm for 10 minutes – and we’ll
also be lighting up the Michael Fowler Centre green to mark this momentous occasion.”
Below is information about some key services and facilities under Level 1, but please visit wellington.govt.nz/covid-19 for more details – this will be updated as information is finalised.Key facilities and services information at Level 1:Waste operationsThe bulk Recycling Centre will return to normal operations at Level 1The Tip Shop will reopen on Thursday 11 June with contact tracing and some restrictions on donated items in placeNo textiles accepted at both the Tip Shop and Recycling Centre as they are hard to clean – this will be reviewed at a
later datePool, gyms and recreation centreFor information about swimming pools, recreation centres and ClubActive gyms, please visit the website for more details about Level 1 hours, programmes and facilitiesSingle lane swimming will resumeSwimWell classes will be returning to normal from ThursdaySaunas, steam rooms and toddler pools will resume operations in a staggered orderClubActive Gyms and fitness programmes will resume normal operationsASB Sports Centre will resume normal operations from tomorrowCash will be accepted at all facilities from WednesdayToddler and senior specific classes will recommence over the next weekLibrariesNormal hours resume at all libraries on Monday 15 JuneProgrammes to be rolled out over the upcoming fortnightHarbourside MarketHarbourside Market will reopen on Sunday 14 June with most vendors on site
All services and facilities will be updated with Alert Level 1 status as details are finalised on the Wellington City
Council website section dedicated to Covid-19 information.