Death of Newlands as a 'progressive' suburb
The Wellington City Council have plans to 'kill' Newlands and effectively prevent any new business development around the central Newlands area. The large block where Northpac timber was (to as far as where the new gym is if not further) has already been earmarked for apartments (approx 25?)but the Council has not informed any of the Newlands residents. There will be no off street parking and plans are also to open Atkinson Street right onto Newlands Road. This will happen in approx 2 years time unless we can collectively do something to block it! Newlands still does not have a 'park and ride', the council is responsible for allowing the Indian temple development at the back of the mall, they have allowed 16 2 bdrm units to be built in Batchelor Street to the side of the 'Business' area and there are plans to develop units or apartments in Oswald Crescent thereby creating yet more congestion in the heart of Newlands. Sounds a lot like what they are doing to ruin Johnsonville as well. 2019 is Council election year so some honest answers should be sought from the candidates in regards to bringing business and retail into Newlands instead of choking Newlands with intensive housing.
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Poll: Are you still heading to your local for your caffeine fix, or has the $$ changed your habits? ☕
Wellington’s identity is built on its cafe culture, but with costs climbing, that culture is under pressure. We’ve seen the headlines about recent closures, and it’s a tough pill to swallow along with a $6+ coffee.
We all want our favourite spots to stay open, but we also have to balance our own budgets ⚖️
We want to know: How are you handling the "coffee math" in 2026? Are you still heading to your local for a chat and a caffeine fix, or has the cost of living changed your habits?
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44.7% I avoid spending money on coffee
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46.6% I still indulge at my local cafe
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8.7% Irrelevant - coffee is not for me
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