Wellington council considers free weekend parking for Christmas period

Thursday 29 October 2026 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Thu 29 Oct, 9:23pm

In this story NZ Transport Agency, Wellington City Council, Andrew Little, Andrea Compton, Matt Prosser

Wellington City Council is considering a proposal to offer free weekend parking in council-owned car parks between 5 December and 10 January. The plan targets specific locations including Frank Kitts and Clyde Quay to support central city retailers during the festive season.

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1. The PostThu 29 Oct, 4:20pm

   Wellington set for free weekend parking until Christmas in council car parks (opens in new tab)

2. RNZThu 29 Oct, 9:23pm

   Wellington councillors mull free weekend parking over festive season (opens in new tab)