New numbers from Treasury show a bleak outlook for New Zealand’s economy because of the coronavirus pandemic. Wellington City Council submitted a $1.3 billion-plus wish-list to the Government on Tuesday, including money for safety improvements at Island Bay cycleway and a new convention centre. STUFF Island Bay cycleway safety improvements are part of a $650 million wish-list to help reboot Wellington's economy following the coronavirus lockdown. The council would aim to ensure the projects provided as much work as possible for small and medium-sized contractors and subcontractors. (File photo)AUCKLAND COUNCIL PITCHES 73 PROJECTSAuckland Council has submitted 73 projects, with the prioritised top 30 alone worth more than $2b.

Source: Stuff April 15, 2020 01:02 UTC