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Mayors Explore Amalgamation After Strong Voter Support

12/30/2025

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Following government reforms that would abolish regional councillors, mayors from Wellington, Hutt City, and Porirua discuss potential amalgamation.
The non-binding referendum shows Lower Hutt voters support amalgamation, with 17,429 in favor and 14,283 against.
In Porirua, 9,581 support and 7,399 oppose amalgamation.
Andrew Little, the Mayor of Wellington, emphasizes shared services and exploring future options, noting amalgamation is not guaranteed and smaller collaborations may occur.

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Story summary

Following government reforms that would abolish regional councillors, mayors from Wellington, Hutt City, and Porirua discuss potential amalgamation.
The non-binding referendum shows Lower Hutt voters support amalgamation, with 17,429 in favor and 14,283 against.
In Porirua, 9,581 support and 7,399 oppose amalgamation.
Andrew Little, the Mayor of Wellington, emphasizes shared services and exploring future options, noting amalgamation is not guaranteed and smaller collaborations may occur.