We all knew Petone was part of Wellington
The Harbour Ward comprising Petone, Korokoro, Seaview, Gracefield and Eastbourne are launching a petition campaign over the next 2 weeks to gauge public support for the transfer of the HARBOUR WARD from Hutt City to Wellington City.
They allege that the Hutt Council has failed in its responsibilities to protect buildings, the parks, and the ageing citizens.
There are public meetings planned;
19th September 8pm Muritai School Hall, Eastbourne
26th September Senior Citizens Hall Silberry Place, off Kensington Street, Petone
From my perspective, I think Hutt Council has allowed some beautiful buildings to be annihilated and replaced with such fabulous structures as Rebel Sports.
I also think that the very witty billboard campaign they have at the moment has got up the noses of many Eastbourne residents (imagine implying Eastbourne residents are snooty - the cheek!), and they are behind this move.
I'd be happy to change to Wellington Council. They have cheaper rates. Plus, we all know that Petone is the Riviera of Wellington.
It doesn't really compare with Thorndon because we have SUN. More like the new Mt Victoria.
Hey Martha, what happened at the public meetings? looking forward to an update
I assume Hutt City Council are worried about losing the rates, and Wellington City are rubbing their hands with glee
Petone is the new Thorndon, I'm sure of it. Some would say it's more like the new Newtown, but Newtown isn't full of little chi-chi gift and homewares stores.
If Petone officially becomes part of Wellington, does that mean that it'll cost less than $8 return to get there?