Variable speed limit coming to Upper Hutt schools from 1 July

Drivers in Upper Hutt will soon see variable speed limits of 30km/h introduced outside 19 schools as part of a mandatory national road safety.

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Water services - Important information

Our water services are changing. Tiaki Wai is the new organisation that will deliver water services across Upper Hutt, Lower Hutt, Porirua and Wellington from 1 July 2026.

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Community

Supporting a connected Upper Hutt

With a population of 45,759 (as of 2023 Census), Upper Hutt is home to people of all ages and backgrounds who contribute to a strong, caring community.

We work alongside local groups, organisations, and residents to:

Strengthen wellbeing and participation
Support safe and inclusive neighbourhoods
Build connections across our city

Find information about our parks and recreation areas, support services, community programmes, funding opportunities, and ways to get involved. Together, we're building a resilient Upper Hutt.

If you'd like to connect with our Community Partnerships team about community initiatives, email us and we'll get back to you.

U-PLAY holiday events

Explore our line-up of free and low-cost events for local tamariki (kids) and families taking place during the school holidays.

Emergency preparedness

Make sure you and your whānau are prepared to deal with an emergency.

Sport and recreation

Find information on Upper Hutt walks, parks and reserves. Get active in parks in Upper Hutt with sport programmes, clubs, and facilities available.

Community Gardens

Find out how to get involved in the community gardens in Upper Hutt

Grants and funding

Find out about available grants and funding in Upper Hutt.

Awards and ceremonies in Upper Hutt

Explore Upper Hutt awards and ceremonies, including citizenship events and community awards, celebrating local people, achievements, and milestones.

People and programmes

Learn about our vibrant and diverse community and the programmes you can take part in.

Residents' opinion survey

See what our community had to say. Read the latest survey results and how your feedback helps shape Upper Hutt’s future.

H2O Xtream Aquatic Centre

Looking for a day out with the kids, an opportunity to relax, or to improve your fitness? We have the facilities and programmes available for you.

Upper Hutt Libraries

We have three community library services - Central Library on Fergusson Drive, Pinehaven Library on Pinehaven Road and our Mobile Library.

Mahara Upper Hutt Community Archive

Explore the hidden history of our past through our community-based archives.

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