It’s no secret Wellington faces challenges. Let’s do something about them.
2025 Panel Series
Our goal is to help set a direction for Wellington’s future by collaborating with local experts and engaging with Wellingtonians. We acknowledge that we don’t have all the answers, but we believe that we can help find them.
Wellington’s Infrastructure Reckoning
Wellington faces a once-in-a-generation renewal of its core infrastructure, growth pressures, and big expectations from the community.
Funding the past at the expense of the future
Of the city’s $817 million operating budget, just 0.15% – or $1.2 million – was spent fostering the next generation of job creators. That’s less than the council’s weekly interest bill, or about what it’ll spend on staff in the next two days.
Business panel claims it has found $2.8b in council savings
Speaking to The Post, one of the panelists, Infratil director Louise Tong, outlined where $2.8b could be saved over the coming decade covered by the council’s new long-term plan.
A Capital Challenge: Rethinking the Numbers and Affording Our Future
An honest, solutions-focused conversation about the city’s finances and doing business in the capital — what’s broken, why it matters, and how we can afford the future.
How can Wellington supercharge its startup and innovation sector?
An energising, solutions-focused conversation about how we can unlock Wellington’s startup and innovation potential—and grab the world’s attention in the process.
How can Wellington grab the world’s attention?
Five sharp, TED-style presentations from five thinkers and doers who are passionate about making Wellington world-famous and boosting tourism, liveability, and pride in our city.
Disruptors at the Door: the new faces of Retail & Hospitality in Wellington
From fashion and food to secondhand style and innovative dining, our panellists shared what drew them here, why they’re investing in the city, and what we need to get right if we want to keep them.
A Creative Conversation
Through hard work and determination, each of our panellists has built a career in Wellington. They spoke about the challenges and opportunities they navigate to lead their practice.
For now, it’s up to us
Forget relentless negativity or living in denial, we believe real, positive change will be driven by great Wellingtonians — and backed by a city that believes in itself.
James Cameron calls for more investment in Wellington’s film industry, criticises ‘nightmare’ parking
Acclaimed film director James Cameron says investment and innovation, especially in the film sector, is the key to Wellington’s future.
What makes a world-class city, and how does Wellington become one?
The saying goes that you can’t beat Wellington on a good day. Our city’s challenge is to make the capital unbeatable as a place to live, work and visit for 365 days a year.
What we want to achieve
Vision for Wellington is fighting the idea that Wellington's best days are behind it, says Peter Biggs.
Film maker James Cameron to head up Vision for Wellington event series
Acclaimed film director James Cameron who lives in and runs his global business from Wellington – and who is soon to become a New Zealand citizen, will share his insights on how to ensure the city's flourishing at a Vision for Wellington's inaugural public event scheduled for Wednesday 19 February 2025.
Vision for Wellington unites people passionate about Wellington and committed to seeing our city thrive.
We’re a nonpartisan, collective voice advocating for Wellington and aiming to set a bold direction for the city.