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Upper Hutt City Council credit rating upgraded to A+

Published on 09 October 2026

Upper Hutt City Council welcomes the latest assessment from S&P Global Ratings, which has upgraded Council’s long-term issuer credit rating from A to A+. The assessment also affirms Council’s A-1 short-term rating and maintains a positive outlook.

Upper Hutt sets new direction for how people and places will connect

Published on 09 October 2026

Adopted on 19 August 2026, the strategy sets the long-term direction for transport in Upper Hutt and will guide future planning, investment and decision-making across all forms of transport.

Four easy ways to see what you've borrowed before

Published on 02 October 2026

Find out how you can keep track of your loan history with the Upper Hutt Libraries app, the online catalogue, and other options.

Upcoming events

Name the Penguin Competition

14 October 2026

Come in for a swim, some colouring-in fun, and a chance to name our lifeguard penguin toy. For kids and teens, up to 15 years old.

100 Years of Winnie the Pooh

14 October 2026

Everyone's favourite honey fan reaches a milestone birthday! Join us for a day of celebrations with storytime, themed crafts, and an extra special scavenger hunt.

StoryTots at Central

15 October 2026

An introduction to books and learning through stories, songs and rhymes.

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