High Court allows Wellington rainbow crossing to remain in place

Friday 21 March 2025 · 5 outlets · 4 reports · updated Fri 21 Mar 2025, 8:55pm

In this story High Court, Wellington City Council, Jason McHerron

The High Court has dismissed a legal challenge against the rainbow crossing on Cuba Street. A group connected with Destiny Church argued the markings were a safety hazard and breached road rules. However, Justice Jason McHerron found the crossing complied with laws governing traffic control devices.

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1. NZ HeraldFri 21 Mar 2025, 4:49pm

   Wellington’s rainbow crossing to stay after judical review dimissed (opens in new tab)

2. 1NewsFri 21 Mar 2025, 5:19pm

   High Court dismisses legal challenge to Wellington rainbow crossing (opens in new tab)

3. The Post via StuffFri 21 Mar 2025, 6:08pm

   High Court rules Wellington's Cuba St rainbow crossing can stay (opens in new tab)

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4. RNZFri 21 Mar 2025, 8:55pm

   Wellington's rainbow crossing to stay after court ruling (opens in new tab)